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Warren M. Grill is the James B. Duke Distinguished Professor and Bass Fellow at Duke University, holding appointments in Neurobiology, Neurosurgery, and Biomedical Engineering. He serves as Core Faculty in Innovation & Entrepreneurship, a Faculty Network Member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences, and an Associate of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society. His research employs engineering approaches to understand and control neural function, with a focus on electrical stimulation of the nervous system to restore function in neurological disorders.
- Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University (1995)
- M.S., Case Western Reserve University (1992)
- B.S., Boston University (1989)
Dr. Grill's research spans multiple areas of neural engineering and neuromodulation. His work focuses on developing engineering approaches to understand and control neural function, particularly through electrical stimulation of the nervous system. Current projects include deep brain stimulation for movement disorders, peripheral nerve stimulation for bladder function restoration, spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain, transcranial magnetic stimulation, and novel electrode and waveform design. His research integrates computational modeling with experimental approaches to advance bioelectronic medicine.
Dr. Grill's recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on computational modeling of neural stimulation, with particular emphasis on deep brain stimulation, vagus nerve stimulation, and transcranial magnetic stimulation. His work increasingly integrates advanced computational methods with experimental validation across multiple species. There's a clear trend toward developing more selective and efficient stimulation paradigms, understanding cross-species translation of stimulation parameters, and identifying novel therapeutic targets for neurological disorders.
- Fellow, National Academy of Inventors (2022)
- Capers & Marion McDonald Award for Excellence in Teaching and Research, Pratt School of Engineering (2018)
- Javits Neuroscience Investigator Award, NIH-NINDS (2015)
- Scholar / Teacher of the Year Award, Duke University (2014)
- Outstanding Postdoc Mentor, Duke University (2013)
- Fellow, Biomedical Engineering Society (2011)
- Fellow, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (2007)
Dr. Grill has mentored numerous students and postdocs, many of whom have gone on to successful careers in academia and industry. His lab has been consistently supported by major NIH grants, including the Javits Neuroscience Investigator Award from NIH-NINDS. He has also secured funding from various foundations and industry partners to advance his research in neural engineering and bioelectronic medicine. Dr. Grill is known for his collaborative approach, working with clinicians, engineers, and basic scientists across multiple institutions.
Dr. Grill leads a vibrant research laboratory at Duke University that combines expertise in neural engineering, computational neuroscience, and experimental neurophysiology. His team includes graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and research staff working on various aspects of neural stimulation. He is actively involved in the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences and collaborates with members of the Deep Brain Stimulation Think Tank. His lab has developed several innovative computational models and experimental approaches that have significantly advanced the field of neuromodulation.
