Dr. Lawrence David

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lawrence Anthony David is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology and Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. His research focuses on microbiome interactions, computational pipelines for DNA metabarcoding, and the impact of diet on microbial communities in the human gut. Dr. David has received multiple grants from the National Institutes of Health to investigate mechanisms that suppress multi-drug resistant organisms and explore the oral microbiome's role in pulmonary function. He has contributed to various training programs aimed at understanding molecular mycology and innovative approaches in microbiome engineering. His lab is involved in crucial research addressing digestive diseases and human health, utilizing advanced genetic and microbiological methodologies. In addition, Dr. David participates in the Duke Initiative in Science and Society, emphasizing the societal implications of scientific research.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Leading research in microbial genetics and engineering.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Conducted research and taught in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology.

Courses

UPGEN 778E: University Program Genetics Genomics Biological Solutions Module V MGM 593: Research Independent Study

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)