About Me
Hi! I’m Nura Brimo, a Ph.D. student in Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. My current research interests include cell and nuclear bio/mechanics, nanomedicine, and AI/ML for cancer research.
My academic work has resulted in patents, peer-reviewed publications, and multiple gold medals at international invention expos. Beyond academia, I have led R&D initiatives with nonprofit and industry partners, focusing on health technology innovations and emergency response systems.
Outside of research, I enjoy running, reading, piano, fashion design, tennis, meditation, and travel. I hope you enjoy checking out my website!
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Aug 2024 - Present
- Certificate in Nanoscience, Graduate Certificate Program in Nanoscience (CPN), Duke University, Aug 2018 - Jan 2026
- Professional Certificate, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program, Stanford Graduate School of Business, Stanford University, May 2023 - Sep 2023
- United Nations Young Leaders Training Program, United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), Jul 2023 - Aug 2023
- Master's degree - MPhil, Biomedical Engineering, Baskent University, Aug 2018 - Aug 2020
- Master's degree - MSc, Micro and Nanotechnology, Middle East Technical University, Oct 2018 - Sep 2019
- Master's degree - MSc, Entrepreneurship, Bartın University, Sep 2018 - Jun 2019
- Bachelor’s degree, Bioengineering, Kırıkkale University, Oct 2014 - Aug 2018
News
December 16, 2025 - My Book Highlighted in the Nobel Women’s Initiative Newsletter. Nobel Women’s Initiative, an organization led by Nobel Peace Prize Laureates.
October 21, 2025 - Patent Granted: Intracanal Drug Carrier for Endodontics. TR 2020 02803 B
A method for obtaining an intracanal drug carrier for endodontic applications, designed to improve the delivery of therapeutic agents within root canals while preserving tissue integrity.
September 15, 2025 - Presented “Optimized Mechanical Isolation of Glioblastoma Nuclei for Biomechanical Analysis”
The 2025 Biomedical Sciences Symposium at UNC Charlotte brought together campuses, clinics, and communities from across North Carolina to celebrate collaborative science and innovation, while also marking the kickoff of NC Life Sciences Week.
September 15, 2025 - Presented “Optimized Mechanical Isolation of Glioblastoma Nuclei for Biomechanical Analysis”
The Triangle Cytoskeleton Meeting is a regional scientific forum that brings together researchers in cell mechanics, cytoskeleton dynamics, and biophysics from universities and research centers across the Triangle area of North Carolina.
Published my first book exploring how nanotechnology is transforming glioblastoma diagnosis and treatment, covering molecular mechanisms, advanced diagnostics, nanomedicine-based therapies, and future clinical directions.
June 10, 2025 - First Book Published on Nanomaterials in Glioblastoma Research, Diagnosis, and Therapy!!
Presented at the 17th Annual Triangle Soft Matter Workshop in Durham, a forum fostering collaboration across Duke University, UNC–Chapel Hill, and NC State
May 12, 2025 - Presented “Mechanics of Isolated Nuclei: From Enucleation to Optical Tweezers Microrheology”
Granted by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office, this patent covers a fiber-based system for delivering antibiotics within dental root canals to improve treatment efficacy and localized drug delivery.
May 16, 2025 - Won Turkish Patent and Trademark award
November 30, 2024 - Attended Nobel Women’s Initiative Sister-to-Sister (S2S) Program
Selected with other 15 women to participate in the S2S Program, gaining training in feminist leadership, peacebuilding, and advocacy
July 7, 2023 - Humanitarian Drone Innovation Presented at WFP Innovation Pitch Event, Luxembourg
Presented my project on a drone-based unexploded ordnance (UXO) detection system integrating computer vision, thermal imaging, and magnetometers at the WFP Innovation Accelerator Humanitarian Innovation Pitch Event 2023 in Luxembourg
At the 8th Istanbul International Inventions Fair (ISIF’23), organized by TÜRK PATENT, for “An Intra-Channel Drug Carrier Production Method”.
May 1, 2023 - Awarded a Silver Medal (Best Invention)!!
Jun 1, 2023 - Received the most cited article award!
Current Drug Delivery Journal: “Comparing antibiotic pastes with electrospun nanofibers as modern drug delivery systems for regenerative endodontics.”
September 5, 2022 - Presented “Characterization of Triple Medicaments Loaded Electrospun Polymeric Nanofibers as Endodontics Drug Delivery Systems”
16th Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Conference (NanoTR-16) in Ankara
“Method of obtaining intracanal drug carrier used in endodontics,” at 6th Istanbul International Inventions Fair ISIF’21 “TÜRK PATENT” in Istanbul
September 26, 2021 - Awarded the Gold Medal (Best Invention)!!
October 16, 2021 - Awarded the Gold Medal (Best Invention)!!
“Method of obtaining intracanal drug carrier used in endodontics,” at 19th International Innovation Exhibition – ARCA 2021 in Croatia
Contact
If you’re interested in discussing research ideas, collaborations or just want to chat, feel free to reach out email or through any of the platforms below!