Dr. Charles Gersbach

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Biography

Charles Gersbach is the John W. Strohbehn Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. He specializes in gene regulation and engineering of epigenetic systems, with a focus on developing innovative techniques to treat disease. His research encompasses a diverse range of topics including chromatin regulation, gene therapy, and CRISPR technology. Gersbach's work is recognized for its contributions to understanding neurodevelopmental disorders, immune therapies, and various genetic conditions. He has authored numerous publications in leading journals and has strengths in molecular genetics and microbial systems. At Duke, he has been actively involved in undergraduate education and research, serving as a team leader for the Duke Undergraduate International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) team. Gersbach is also associated with multiple research institutes at Duke, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and advancement in biomedical engineering.

Research Interests

Gene Regulation CRISPR Technology Epigenetic Engineering Gene Therapy

Experience

Distinguished Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Leading research and education in Biomedical Engineering.

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Duke University • Durham, NC

Conducting advanced research in genetic engineering and cell therapy.

Courses

PHARM 494: Research Independent Study PHARM 493: Research Independent Study MGM 293: Research Independent Study I EGR 491: Projects Engineering EGR 393: Research Projects Engineering BME 792: Continuation Graduate Independent Study BME 791: Graduate Independent Study BME 564L: Genome Engineering Lab BME 562: Biology Design BME 494: Projects Biomedical Engineering

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)