Dr. William Reichert

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Biography

William M. Reichert is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. His research interests include biosensors, protein-mediated cell adhesion, wound healing, and biocompatibility. Dr. Reichert's work has led to considerable recognition, including being elected a Fellow of both the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering and the Biomedical Engineering Society, as well as receiving the 2014 BMES Diversity Award. He has contributed over 30 years of uninterrupted NIH support and has been involved in substantial partnerships aimed at developing biomedical engineering education in Uganda. As a Fulbright Scholar in 2014-2015, he played a pivotal role in educational programs at Makerere University that have enhanced engineering content in the curriculum. Dr. Reichert's initiatives have included developing joint courses with Makerere students and creating a transcontinental design course to tackle healthcare challenges in Uganda. His extensive publication record includes significant contributions to understanding cellular responses to biomaterials and tissue engineering. Reichert's commitment to diversity in academic settings is evident through his efforts to improve recruitment and retention of underrepresented groups in the biomedical engineering field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

1982-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC, USA

Served as a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, focusing on research and education in the biomedical engineering field.

Awards

#2014

BMES Diversity Award

2014-01-01
#2012

Clemson Award for Basic Research

2012-01-01

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)