Dr. Nancy Henshaw

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nancy Gail Henshaw is an Assistant Professor Emeritus in the Department of Pathology at Duke University. Her research focuses on the morphology and pathogenesis of Pneumocystis carinii and rapid viral diagnosis, particularly in immunocompromised hosts. Henshaw has worked on adapting new methods for rapid viral diagnosis and testing, significantly improving standard virological procedures. She validated new tests, leading to expanded lab offerings for chargeable tests. For instance, she played a crucial role in implementing monoclonal antibodies for respiratory viruses, enhancing the Respiratory Viral Battery for routine testing. Additionally, her ongoing epidemiological studies involve the typing of adenovirus subtypes in cases of disseminated infections among patients with Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). Henshaw is currently studying the morphology and staining characteristics of Pneumocystis carinii in various patient isolates, demonstrating a commitment to advancing virological and pathological research.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor Emeritus

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Pathology.

Assistant Research Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Contributed to research activities in Pediatrics.

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)