Gregg Trahey

Gregg Trahey is the Robert Plonsey Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University, with additional appointments in Radiology. He leads pioneering research in medical ultrasound imaging and serves as a Bass Fellow, reflecting his significant contributions to both research and education.

• B.S. from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (1975)
• M.S. from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (1979)
• Ph.D. from Duke University (1985)

Dr. Trahey's research focuses on medical ultrasound, image guided surgery, adaptive imaging, imaging of tissue's mechanical properties, and radiation force imaging. His laboratory develops and evaluates novel ultrasonic imaging methods with current projects involving high resolution imaging of the breast and mechanical characterization of both breast and cardiovascular systems. They conduct comprehensive testing through phantom models, animal trials, ex vivo experiments, and human clinical trials, with current clinical applications focusing on vascular plaque imaging and breast lesion characterization.

Analysis of Dr. Trahey's recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on spatial coherence techniques, adaptive ultrasound imaging systems, and quantitative tissue characterization. His work bridges engineering innovation with clinical applications, particularly in cardiac and breast imaging, with key themes including clutter reduction, real-time adaptive systems, and mechanical property assessment of tissues.

• Fellow, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2022
• MERIT Award, National Institutes of Health, 2009
• Fellows, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering, 1999

Dr. Trahey has taught courses including MEDPHY 738: Radiology in Practice, ECE 392: Projects in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and BME 848L: Radiology in Practice. His research is supported by significant funding, particularly from the National Institutes of Health as evidenced by his prestigious MERIT Award, which provides extended grant support to researchers with exceptional performance.

Dr. Trahey leads an active research laboratory that conducts comprehensive studies from phantom development through clinical trials. His team collaborates extensively with clinicians for translational research applications, particularly in cardiology and radiology. Current projects focus on high-resolution imaging techniques, mechanical tissue characterization, and development of novel ultrasound methods for improved diagnostic capabilities while maintaining patient safety.