Dr. Terry Lechler

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Biography

Terry H. Lechler is a professor in the Department of Dermatology and the Department of Cell Biology at Duke University. His research focuses on understanding tissue architecture and physiology, utilizing both in vitro reconstitution and in vivo mouse models to study a variety of organ systems, including skin and gut. Lechler's work specifically examines the roles of cell-cell interactions, adhesion, and the cytoskeleton in controlling stem cell fate and differentiation. He has contributed significantly to the field, particularly in understanding the underlying cell biology that governs tissue development and function.

Research Interests

Tissue Architecture Physiology Cell-Cell Interactions Cytoskeleton Stem Cell Biology

Experience

Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and conducting research in Dermatology and Cell Biology.

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Duke University • Durham, NC

Conducted advanced research and taught in the Department of Dermatology and Cell Biology.

Assistant Professor

2006-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Duke University • Durham, NC

Performed research and taught introductory and advanced courses.

Courses

DSCB 730: Hands Development DSCB 700: Classic Papers Development, Stem Cell Biology Regeneration CMB 710D: Cell & Molecular Biology Module IV CMB 710C: Cell & Molecular Biology Module III CMB 710A: Cell & Molecular Biology Module CELLBIO 830: Developmental Biology Colloquium CELLBIO 493: Research Independent Study

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)