Dr. Richard Kraig

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Biography

Dr. Richard Kraig is a leading expert in migraine headaches, overseeing the Cerebrovascular Disease Aging Laboratories at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms that allow the brain to protect itself and aims to develop new therapeutic strategies for neurological diseases. He investigates how physical, mental, and social activities can reduce the impact of such diseases. An active researcher, he has published on various topics including the role of insulin-like growth factor-1 in mitigating trigeminal activation and oxidative stress, and the benefits of environmental enrichment for migraine patients. In addition to his research, Dr. Kraig is dedicated to teaching medical students, graduate students, and residents, sharing his extensive knowledge in neurology and patient care.

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Experience

Professor

2010-08-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Leads research in migraine and cerebrovascular diseases, teaches medical and graduate students.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Department of Philosophy