Dr. Riyi Shi

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Riyi Shi is the Mari Hulman George Endowed Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Purdue University. He holds an MD from Shanghai Medical University, an MS from the University of North Texas, and a PhD from Purdue University. His research focuses on cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying nerve damage recovery and tissue engineering for the mammalian nervous system, particularly polymer-based tissue repair and biomechanics related to spinal cord injury. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding of recovery processes and the development of innovative therapeutic strategies in the field of biomedical engineering.

Research Interests

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.