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Current clinical research interests include clinical trials on adaptive closed-loop deep brain stimulation, novel devices, and cellular gene therapy for Parkinson's disease. He has also participated in trials focusing on gene therapy for Alzheimer's disease and the development of sensory restoration and brain-machine interfaces. His clinical treatments often involve deep brain stimulation, a common procedure utilized for treating tremors associated with Parkinson's disease. Furthermore, Dr. Turner has focused on translational research approaches to test new devices and stimulation patterns in the operating room. His pre-clinical research interests include evaluating changes in cerebral blood flow and metabolism in models of Alzheimer's disease and stroke, utilizing both in vivo and in vitro approaches. His basic science interests involve developing innovative methods to understand neurovascular coupling and analyzing the interactions between neurons and astrocytes, particularly concerning blood flow dynamics in the brain. Additionally, his further research entails investigating changes in cerebral blood flow related to enhanced recovery post-stroke.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery, focusing on research and clinical practice in deep brain stimulation and neurovascular coupling.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)