Dr. Madan Kwatra

Associate Professor

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Biography

Madan Mohan Kwatra is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and has joint appointments in Cell Biology, Psychiatry Behavioral Sciences, and Pharmacology & Cancer Biology at Duke University. His research primarily focuses on understanding the molecular basis of glioblastoma and inflammatory skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis. He emphasizes the study of diseases that alter the function of G-protein-coupled receptors, aiming to elucidate the underlying mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets. With a Ph.D. from the University of Montreal, Kwatra has received several grants for innovative research projects including the evaluation of novel therapeutic agents and the development of personalized medicine approaches in glioblastoma treatment. He is also affiliated with the Duke Cancer Institute, leading research efforts in molecular pharmacology. Through his work, he contributes significantly to the understanding and management of complex medical conditions, employing a blend of molecular biology and clinical insights.

Research Interests

Courses

PHARM 494: Research Independent Study PHARM 493: 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)