Lawrence M. Boyd
Motivator
Lawrence M. Boyd received his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Clemson University and master's degrees in bioengineering and engineering management from Clemson and Christian Brothers University . He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Duke's Department of Biomedical Engineering. A faculty nominator highlighted the communication skills and professional wisdom he brought with him from nine years in the medical device industry. “Larry has served as a mentor in much broader context and to a much broader audience than is expected for the traditional graduate student.” As his lab's most knowledgeable expert in translation of technology, Larry frequently guides graduate students, research associates, and faculty considering the translation and/or commercialization of their research. “When Larry came to Duke, he brought all of his well-honed skills in mentorship and supervision and impressed all of us with his ability to expect the best in each individual, to know and develop the entire individual, to dedicate the time to show interest and understand the person, and as part of this, to enthuse and motivate.”