Dr. Michael Moreno

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Moreno is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University, where he holds the J. Mike Walker ’66 Faculty Fellow position and serves as the Assistant Dean of Innovation Engineering Medicine. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Texas A&M University and two Master's degrees in Biomedical Engineering and Science Education from Florida International University, along with a Bachelor's degree in Physics. His research interests predominantly lie in the field of experimental biomechanics, focusing on biomechanical factors in medical device design and tissue engineering, along with cutting-edge areas such as 3D bioprinting and medical device innovation in resource-limited settings. Additionally, he explores various biomechanics applications, including cardiovascular fluid and solid biomechanics, orthopedic biomechanics, veterinary biomechanics, human performance, and sports biomechanics. Moreno has received numerous accolades, including the Dean Engineering Excellence Award and the TEES Young Faculty Fellow Award, recognizing his contributions to bioengineering and education.

Research Interests

Awards

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Dean Engineering Excellence Award

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TEES Young Faculty Fellow Award

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ASME Bioengineering Division Skalak Award Paper

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ASEE / NSF Post-Doctoral Fellowship

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SLATE Award Teaching Excellence

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Gramm Doctoral Fellowship

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Sloan Doctoral 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
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Specialization Notes

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