Dr. Michael Lynch

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Lynch holds M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Colorado and is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. His research is focused on genetically engineering microbes to enhance the production of biofuels, pharmacological molecules, and industrial chemicals. He has authored numerous publications in notable journals, contributing significantly to the field of metabolic engineering and applications involving CRISPR technology and bioprocess optimization. Lynch’s teaching encompasses a wide range of courses involving engineering research projects and advanced topics within the realm of biomedical engineering.

Research Interests

Genetic Engineering Microbial Production Metabolic Engineering Bioprocess Optimization CRISPR Technology

Courses

Engineering Graduate Cooperative Education 2 Engineering Graduate Cooperative Education 1 Research Projects Engineering Graduate Independent Study Advanced Topics Lab for Graduate Students Advanced Topics Graduate Students Internship Biomedical Engineering Projects Biomedical Engineering

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)