Dr. Charles Patrick

Professor

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Biography

Charles Patrick is a Professor of Practice at Texas A&M University's Department of Biomedical Engineering, where he also serves as the Director of Undergraduate Programs. He completed his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at Rice University in 1994. With over 30 years of experience in higher education, Patrick has held significant roles at leading institutions such as M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, where he was a tenured research professor and directed key programs in biomedical engineering. He has also served in various administrative positions at Southwestern Seminary and Scarborough College, focusing on operations and academic leadership. His research interests include innovative teaching practices, student engagement, and curriculum design in engineering education. Patrick has been actively involved in several initiatives aimed at workforce development and has collaborated with major sectors in medical device technology. He serves as a consultant for startups and Fortune 500 companies, and has participated in academic funding review sections for organizations such as the NIH and NSF.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Practice

— Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Director of Undergraduate Programs, Biomedical Engineering.

Research Professor

— Present

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center •

Directed clinical translation program and held various leadership roles.

Professor

— Present

Southwestern Seminary & Scarborough College •

Held various administrative and academic leadership roles.

Awards

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Teaching Award

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Provost Academic Professional Track Teaching Excellence Award

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Biomedical Engineering Excellence Faculty Fellow

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Commitment Students Award

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President’s Thanksgiving Award

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Innovations Health Science Education Award

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Excellence Research Mentorship

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Faculty Scholar Award

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Outstanding Young Scientist Award

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
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  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
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  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.