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»Æ¹Ï¶ÌÊÓÆµâ€™s Pharmacology PhD program equips you to discover and develop novel therapies that improve human health. From cardiovascular and pulmonary disease to addiction and neurological disorders, you'll explore how drugs interact with biological systems at multiple levels. With guidance from nationally recognized faculty and access to advanced models and technologies, you’ll build expertise in experimental design, data analysis, and translational research. Pharmacology graduates move on to dynamic careers in academic research, pharmaceutical companies, regulatory agencies like the FDA, and postdoctoral training programs in top-tier labs.

Imagine creating the next life-saving medicine. Join the Pharmacology PhD program and become a leader in therapeutic development.

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Kirstyn Denney

 

"The Pharmacology Department has provided me with support and opportunities for my personal growth as an independent scientist. Notably, my PI, Dr. Vazdarjanova, has been an exceptional mentor by providing me guidance in understanding Pharmacological and Therapeutic concepts."

- Kirstyn Denney

Aubrey Bennet

"I was drawn to the pharmacology program because of my love for neuroscience and the department’s supportive environment. What really stood out to me was how willing they were to let me explore and try new things – allowing me the space to grow, take initiative, and learn in a hands-on way."

- Aubrey Bennett

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