College of Pharmacy News

Explore the Fall 2020 edition of the Pharmaceutics Newsletter from the University of Utah, featuring the latest updates, research highlights, and department news.

Dr. Mingnan Chen's lab at University of Utah awarded a pilot grant by Huntsman Cancer Institute for innovative cancer immunotherapy research.

Dr. Nathorn Chaiyakunapruk's meta-analysis on eczema treatments published in Cochrane Library, offering new insights and direction for future research.

Dr. Mei Koh uncovers unexpected findings in kidney cancer research at the University of Utah, challenging established roles of key proteins.

Alan Abbinanti, University of Utah pharmacy student, places third at the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference for his groundbreaking research.

Dr. Marco Bortolato, associate professor at the University of Utah, named one of four prestigious U Presidential Scholars for his research in neuropsychiatric disorders.

Raziye Mohammadpour, PhD, leads a study on the chronic toxicity of silica nanoparticles, showcasing innovative research at the University of Utah.

Nitish Khurana, graduate student at the University of Utah, awarded the Skaggs Fellowship for his work on drug delivery systems for chronic rhinosinusitis.

Christine Nervig, MedChem student at the University of Utah, wins the prestigious AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship for the 2020-2021 academic year.

The Anticonvulsant Drug Development (ADD) Program at the University of Utah receives the Warriors of Epilepsy Research Award for their impactful research and advancements in the field of epilepsy.

Melanie Hunter and Kelsey Merlo were awarded the APhA Pharmacy Scholarship, recognizing their commitment to community pharmacy and academic excellence.

Despite COVID-19, AphA-ASP at the University of Utah provides exceptional student/patient opportunities, fostering growth in health screenings and leadership.

University of Utah pharmacy students rank as finalists in the ACCP Clinical Research Challenge, showcasing their skill and innovation in clinical research.

University of Utah's College of Pharmacy supports 'White Coats for Black Lives,' emphasizing their commitment to racial equality and healthcare equity.

University of Utah's College of Pharmacy reinforces its commitment to equity and inclusion, addressing racial injustices and promoting diversity.

Mikayla Mills and Gursimran Kaur, pharmacy students at the University of Utah, receive the prestigious AACP Walmart Scholarship for academic excellence.

Dr. Hamid Ghandehari appointed as new Chair of the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the University of Utah.

Dr. Diana Brixner from the University of Utah begins a one-year sabbatical as a Visiting Scholar at the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy to advance pharmacy research.

Nithya Subrahmanyam and Nitish Khurana of the Ghandehari lab tie for the prestigious 2019-2020 Annual Fox Award at the University of Utah.

Dr. David Grainger receives the prestigious International Award from the European Society for Biomaterials, acknowledging his global impact in research.

An upcoming webinar on COVID-19 drug-drug interactions will be hosted by the University of Utah, focusing on emerging treatments and patient safety.

Dr. Paris Jafari, a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Utah, was interviewed on Slovenian TV about human hand regeneration research since 2014.

Dr. Jiyuan 'Jane' Yang receives a 3-year DOD grant for breast cancer research, focusing on new treatment approaches at the University of Utah.

Remembering Distinguished Professor Sung Wan Kim (1940-2020), a pioneering pharmaceutics expert and esteemed member of the University of Utah's College of Pharmacy.