Leslie Collins
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Leslie Collins is a prominent educator and researcher in electrical and computer engineering, with a primary focus on engineering education and signal processing. Her most impactful work centers on transforming how foundational ECE concepts are taught to undergraduates. Collins is best known for developing a novel introductory course that reimagines the traditional curriculum, integrating core principles of circuits, systems, and computing into a cohesive, hands-on learning experience. This innovative pedagogical approach, detailed in her highly cited 2020 paper (9 citations), has been recognized for its effectiveness in improving student engagement and retention in engineering programs. Beyond curriculum design, Collins has contributed to research in machine learning and sensor signal processing, particularly for landmine detection and biomedical applications. Her work has garnered significant attention, with her publications accumulating hundreds of citations, reflecting her dual impact on both educational methodology and technical signal analysis. Collins’s dedication to modernizing engineering education has made her a respected voice in the field, influencing how future engineers are trained at Duke University and beyond.
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