School of Pharmacy
School of Pharmacy Student, Lyla White, Named a University Scholar
Lyla White (P2) has been named a University Scholar, the highest academic honor granted to an undergraduate student upon graduation.
February 26, 2024 | Taylor Graves
The Kratom Controversy: Nearly 2 Million Americans Are Using a Substance Banned in Multiple States
The FDA says kratom is addictive and warns against its use, while it can be found online and in smoke shops and gas stations
February 23, 2024 | C. Michael White, Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Youssef Bessada named 2024 School of Pharmacy Teacher of the Year
The UConn School of Pharmacy Pharm.D. Class of 2024 has selected Youssef Bessada as its 2024 Teacher of the Year.
February 20, 2024 | Taylor Graves
Known as ‘Gas Station Heroin,’ Tianeptine is Being Sold as a Dietary Supplement – with Deadly Outcomes
The synthetic drug has been linked to addiction, seizures, kidney damage, and death
February 2, 2024 | C. Michael White, Distinguished Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Devra Dang Named Thomas Ehrlich Civically Engaged Faculty Award Winner
Campus Compact recognizes UConn School of Pharmacy professor, Devra Dang.
January 26, 2024 | Taylor Graves
Advancing Pediatric Healthcare: Jennifer Girotto’s Dedication to Antimicrobial Stewardship and Immunization Advocacy
School of Pharmacy Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Jennifer Girotto, takes immunization advocacy beyond Connecticut and promotes antimicrobial stewardship internationally.
January 24, 2024 | Taylor Graves
CRISPR and Other New Technologies Open Doors for Drug Development, but Which Diseases get Prioritized?
It comes down to money and science
January 22, 2024 | Taylor Graves
Why Not Target Double-Stranded DNA for Cancer Therapy?
A team of UConn School of Pharmacy researchers have published their work in the Cell Report Medicine, highlighting groundbreaking advancements in treating cancer.
January 8, 2024 | Taylor Graves
The School of Pharmacy is Pleased to Announce Raman Bahal as the Recipient of the Moderna Award for Biomedical Innovation
The RNA Society recognizes Raman Bahal as the first recipient of the Moderna Award for Biomedical Innovation in RNA
December 21, 2023 | Taylor Graves
Diane Burgess Wins the Edward C. Marth Mentorship Award
Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of Pharmaceutic and Pfizer Distinguished Endowed Chair in Pharmaceutical Technology, Diane Burgess, is honored with the UConn American Association of University Professors (AAUP) Edward C. Marth Mentorship Award.
December 18, 2023 | Taylor Graves