Dr. Warren Grill

Professor

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Biography

Warren Grill is a distinguished professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. His research focuses on neural engineering and bioelectronic medicine, specifically targeting restoration of function in individuals suffering from neurological impairments through innovative electrical stimulation techniques. Grill's work encompasses the design and testing of neural prostheses, striving to improve methods for deep brain stimulation and spinal cord stimulation to treat movement disorders and chronic pain. His team explores the mechanistic basis of nerve stimulation effects, employing computational models and experimental studies to deepen the understanding of neural responses to electrical stimuli. With projects addressing various aspects of neural restoration and functional recovery, he remains at the forefront of developing advanced therapies integrating engineering principles with biological understanding. Grill has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field, including recognition from the National Academy of Inventors and the Biomedical Engineering Society. He is also actively involved in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, sharing his insights into neural prosthetic systems and electrical stimulation fundamentals.

Research Interests

Experience

Bass Fellow Professor

2016-05-05 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Lead research and instruction in the field of neural engineering.

James B. Duke Distinguished Professor

2016-05-05 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Recognized for outstanding contributions to the field of biomedical engineering.

Awards

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Fellow

2022-12-14
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Capers & Marion McDonald Award

2018-01-01
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Javits Neuroscience Investigator Award

2015-01-01

Courses

NEUROSCI 515: Neural Prosthetic Systems NEUROSCI 504: Fundamentals of Electrical Stimulation of the Nervous System NEUROSCI 494: Research Independent Study NEUROSCI 301L: Bioelectricity BME 601L: Introduction to Neural Engineering BME 515: Neural Prosthetic Systems BME 504: Fundamentals of Electrical Stimulation of the Nervous System BME 494: Projects in Biomedical Engineering BME 301L: Bioelectricity

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)