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Professor Dr. Melissa Grunlan

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Biography

Melissa Grunlan is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Texas A&M University, where she also holds positions as the Charles H. Bettye Barclay Professor and a Presidential Impact Fellow. Her research focuses on developing new polymeric biomaterials for medical devices, including hydrogels, coatings for self-cleaning membranes, and implanted biosensors. Grunlan has made significant contributions to regenerative engineering and the creation of innovative materials such as shape memory polymers and clot-resistant coatings for blood-contacting devices. She is a Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors and a Fellow of several professional organizations, including the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering and the Biomedical Engineering Society. Grunlan has received multiple awards for her teaching and research contributions, highlighting her impact in the fields of engineering and materials science.

Research Interests

Polymeric Biomaterials Medical Devices Regenerative Engineering Hydrogels Shape Memory Polymers Coatings Implanted Biosensors Clot-Resistant Coatings Bone Repair Synthetic Cartilage

Awards

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Royal Academy Engineering Distinguished Visiting Fellowship

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College of Engineering Faculty Impact Award in Service

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Fellow of ACS Division Polymeric Materials Science & Engineering (PMSE)

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Distinguished Service Award, American Chemical Society PMSE Division

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Engineering Outstanding Contributions Award

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Guest Professor

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Dean Engineering Excellence Award - Assoc. Prof. Level

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Short-term Visiting Scientist Fellowship

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
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application

Specialization Notes

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