Professor Dr. Michael Murrell
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Biography
Michael Murrell is a Professor at Yale University, specializing in Biomedical Engineering. His research focuses on understanding the mechanical principles that drive major cellular life processes and the design of novel biomimetic systems. He develops simplified experimental models to reproduce complex cellular behaviors such as cell division and migration, using concepts from soft matter physics. His goal is to gain fundamental insights into how mechanical forces influence cell and tissue behavior, and to identify new design principles in biology that can inform technology development. Prior to his current position, he received several prestigious awards including the NIH Biotechnology Training Grant and was a Presidential Fellow at MIT. His work has been published in high-impact journals such as Nature and PNAS, contributing significantly to the field of biophysics and cellular mechanics.
Research Interests
Experience
Associate Professor
— PresentYale University • New Haven, CT
Conducting research and teaching in the field of Biomedical Engineering.
Assistant Professor
— PresentYale University • New Haven, CT
Involved in research and academic duties in Biomedical Engineering.
Awards
Postdoctoral Fellowship
NIH Biotechnology Training Grant
MIT Presidential Fellow
Requirements for Yale University
Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
GRE General
TOEFL
IELTS
Prerequisites
Application Checklist
- Statement of academic purpose
- Unofficial transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Application fee ($105)
- Resume/CV
Specialization Notes
Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.