Dr. Miguel Medina

Professor

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Biography

Miguel Medina is a Professor Emeritus at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering, specializing in Civil and Environmental Engineering. He completed his B.S. and M.S. degrees at the University of Alabama in 1968 and 1972, respectively, and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Florida in 1976. His research has contributed significantly to our understanding of groundwater hydrology, climate impacts on water resources, and urban water management. Over his career, Professor Medina has published numerous articles in respected journals, addressing topics such as stormwater modeling, groundwater contamination, and hydrologic modeling techniques. His work often intersects environmental sustainability and engineering practices, advocating for advanced methodologies to tackle real-world water resource challenges. He has been involved in significant academic committee work and has provided consultancy in his areas of expertise, influencing both academic and professional communities in civil and environmental engineering. Medina’s extensive publication record reflects his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.

Research Interests

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)