Dr. Xiaoyan Li

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Xiaoyan Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at Duke University, specializing in neuromuscular medicine and electromyography. Her educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy from Peking Union Medical College and multiple medical qualifications from Shandong Medical University and Taishan Medical University. Dr. Li completed her Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship at Duke University, following a residency in Neurology at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She has been actively involved in ALS research and has received numerous grants, including studies on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis funded by prominent organizations such as Novartis Pharmaceuticals and the ALS Association. She contributes to the academic community through various professional activities and has spoken at several high-profile neurology events, emphasizing patient perspectives and optimal management approaches for ALS patients. Dr. Li is committed to advancing research and clinical practices in neuromuscular disorders and is a key member of several research committees.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Neurology, focusing on neuromuscular medicine.

Assistant Consulting Professor

— Present

Department of Neurology •

Provided consultancy in neurology and participated in various departmental activities.

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)