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Stefan M Goetz serves as an Assistant Professor in both Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences and Neurosurgery at Duke University's School of Medicine, and is a Faculty Network Member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. His unique interdisciplinary career bridges engineering and neuroscience, with significant contributions in power electronics and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) technology.
Dr. Goetz's research interests center on two interconnected domains: advanced power electronics systems (including battery management, power converters, and electric vehicle technology) and neural stimulation devices (particularly TMS applications). His work demonstrates how engineering innovations can directly address challenges in neuroscience and medical applications. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from Technical University of Munich, School of Medicine (Germany) completed in 2012.
His extensive publication record shows remarkable productivity across both IEEE power electronics journals and neuroscience/medical journals, with numerous high-impact papers published through 2025. The research trends reveal a consistent focus on improving the efficiency, reliability, and functionality of power conversion systems while simultaneously advancing neural stimulation technology. His work on TMS devices specifically addresses challenges like acoustic noise reduction, improved targeting, and enhanced stimulation capabilities.
Dr. Goetz's research program demonstrates a unique synergy between power electronics engineering and neuroscience applications, particularly in developing advanced neural stimulation devices that require sophisticated power management and conversion techniques. His dual appointment structure at Duke University reflects the institution's recognition of the value in this interdisciplinary approach to medical device innovation.
