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Michael Lucas James

Professor of Anesthesiology
Anesthesiology, Neuroanesthesia
Box 3094 Med Ctr, Durham, NC 27710
5619D Hafs Building, Durham, NC 27710

Overview


With a clinical background in neuroanesthesia and neurointensive care, I have a special interest in translational research in intracerebral hemorrhage and traumatic brain injury. I am fortunate to be part of a unique team of highly motivated and productive individuals who allow me to propel ideas from bench to bedside and the ability to reverse translate ideas from the bedside back to the bench.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Professor of Anesthesiology · 2023 - Present Anesthesiology, Neuroanesthesia, Anesthesiology
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Duke-NUS Research · 2021 - Present Anesthesiology, Clinical Science Departments
Professor in Neurology · 2023 - Present Neurology, Clinical Science Departments
Professor in Neurosurgery · 2023 - Present Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery
Member in the Duke Clinical Research Institute · 2018 - Present Duke Clinical Research Institute, Institutes and Centers

Recent Publications


Fostering Global Research Collaborations: An Update on Duke-NUS Medical School, the Duke University and National University of Singapore Partnership.

Journal Article Acad Med · February 26, 2025 PROBLEM: Navigating the complexities of international research collaborations is a challenge. This article provides a detailed examination of the international collaboration between Duke University and the National University of Singapore to establish the ... Full text Link to item Cite

Neurocognitive Dysfunction After Short (<20 Minutes) Duration Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest.

Journal Article Ann Thorac Surg · February 2025 BACKGROUND: It has long been held that the safe duration of hypothermic circulatory arrest (HCA) is at least 25 to 30 minutes. However, this belief is based primarily on clinical outcomes research and has not been systematically investigated using more sen ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


Mid-Atlantic praGmatic NETwork for Inclusive Clinical trials in emergency care (MAGNETIC)

ResearchCo-Principal Investigator · Awarded by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke · 2023 - 2028

CN105 improves surrogate and functional outcomes after intracerebral hemorrhage (Subaward to AegisCN)

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by AegisCN LLC · 2024 - 2026

Brain Oxygen Optimization in Severe Traumatic Brain Injury (BOOST-3)

Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by University of Michigan · 2019 - 2025

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Education, Training & Certifications


Louisiana State University · 1999 M.D.