Honored among the top 2% of biomedical engineers, Amanda Randles and Mark Palmeri were recognized for innovation in research, design, and mentorship. Read more about their celebrated work. 

Dear Colleagues,

Here in Duke BME we’re continually working to harness the ingenuity of our community, and I’m delighted to share a glimpse of the latest progress from these ongoing efforts. I invite you to explore our recent work, from innovative uses of established imaging tools to track wound healing, to research leveraging wearable device data to uncover subtle health effects of Daylight Saving Time, as well as our expanding outreach initiatives.

We’re also proud to celebrate the election of Amanda Randles and Mark Palmeri to the AIMBE College of Fellows. Both are leading figures in our community, and this well-earned recognition reflects the impact of their contributions. I hope you enjoy catching up on the latest from Duke BME.

Sharon Gerecht, PhD
Chair of Biomedical Engineering, Paul M. Gross Distinguished Professor

Even with new imaging technologies coming online every year, doctors still rely on simple eyeball measurements to track wound healing. Find how traditional eye imaging boosted by AI could change everything by providing insights into how wounds are healing in real-time. 

By focusing on ways to control gene activity rather than permanently altering the genome, Charles Gersbach is opening up exciting new uses for CRISPR technologies. See how they are using this approach to tackle diseases like Hepatitis B. 

Using data collected from Fitbits, Jessilyn Dunn and her BIG IDEAs Lab showed that changing time twice a year does not affect people’s overall step counts, but it does impact when they are getting their steps in. Read why that difference might be an issue of equity for certain groups.

To honor her numerous contributions to the Duke academic community, Tatiana Segura was named the Robert Plonsey Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering. Learn more about her lab's innovative work with biomaterials. 

In addition to her groundbreaking research in wearable technologies, Jessilyn Dunn was recognized for leading numerous Data+ and Bass Connections teams while mentoring dozens of undergraduates in her lab. Read more about Dunn in her latest profile.

Each summer, local high school students are invited to work in Duke BME labs, where they gain practical research experience and receive mentorship from Duke BME students. Learn more about this outreach program, which just received renewed support from the Burroughs Welcome Fund.

By transforming movement into data, Timothy Dunn is reshaping how scientists can explore disorders like Parkinson's and the depth of their impact on behavior. See the incredible results for yourself. 

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