Dr. Staci Bilbo

Professor

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Biography

Staci D. Bilbo is the Haley Family Professor in the departments of Psychology and Neuroscience, and has a significant research focus on the interactions among the brain, endocrine, and immune systems. Her research investigates how immune molecules can impact neuroendocrine functions, behaviors, and overall health. She has a distinguished career contributing to the understanding of neurobiology, particularly as it relates to development and function of neural circuits influenced by immune responses. Throughout her career, she has collaborated on various grants emphasizing neurodevelopmental conditions and Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting her commitment to advancing knowledge in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Haley Family Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Leading research and teaching in Psychology and Neuroscience.

Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and conducting research in various aspects of Psychology and Neuroscience.

Interim Chair

2025-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Leading the Department of Neurobiology.

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)