Dr. Mohamed Noor

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Biography

Mohamed F. Noor is a Professor of Biology at Duke University and currently serves as the Executive Vice Provost. His research focuses on understanding the genetic changes that contribute to the formation of new species, maintaining fitness-related variation in natural populations, and the processes of genetic recombination that affect species formation and molecular evolution. His approaches combine classical genetics, molecular genetics, and genomic/bioinformatic analyses, along with explorations into animal behavior particularly related to speciation. Since 2008, he has held his professorship while also working on several university initiatives, demonstrating a strong commitment to research and mentoring the next generation of scientists. Noor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and a B.S. from the College of William and Mary, underscoring his extensive academic background and expertise in evolutionary biology and genetics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Professor of Biology focusing on evolutionary biology and genetics.

Executive Vice Provost

2024-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Serves as Executive Vice Provost while overseeing academic initiatives.

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)