Dr. Roger Barr

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Biography

Roger C. Barr is an esteemed Professor Emeritus of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. He has made significant contributions to the field of bioengineering, particularly in the areas of cardiac electrophysiology and bioelectricity. After completing his B.S. and Ph.D. at Duke University in 1964 and 1968, respectively, he joined the faculty and has since published extensively on topics such as cardiac micro-impedance measurements, bioelectric phenomena, and complex impedance spectroscopy. Barr's research interests also include the mechanisms of cardiac arrhythmias and the electrical properties of cardiac tissue. He has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Klein Family Distinguished Teaching Award in 2013, and was honored as a Fellow of both the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). Barr has authored and edited many influential papers and texts, contributing to the understanding of cardiac function and developing innovative methods in medical engineering. Over his career, he has participated in numerous research projects, receiving acclaim for his work and influence in the biomedical community.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

1968-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Duke University, Department of Biomedical Engineering.

Awards

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Klein Family Distinguished Teaching Award

2013-01-01
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Fellow

1996-01-01
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Fellow

1994-01-01

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)