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Shuhang Dai PhD Student.
Tailored Training Opportunities
9/1/21

Our degree programs meet your educational needs, whether you want time to explore or have research underway. 

Rashen Powell PhD Student.
Dynamic Research Community
9/1/21

We foster engagement with the latest research in our field through our seminar series, the Upstate New York Pharmacology Society’s annual meeting (which we host) and frequent interdisciplinary collaborations.

David Dietz.
Innovative, Interdisciplinary Research
9/1/21

Our faculty use powerful, innovative research techniques including optogenetics, computer-aided genomics and proteomics to address health issues from circadian rhythm disorders to multiple sclerosis, drug abuse and pesticide toxicity.

Students and faculty in the Jacobs School.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
9/1/21

Our faculty labs include cutting-edge equipment for genomics and proteomics, cellular and molecular studies, behavioral neuropharmacology and much more.

Dylan Clapp BS/MS Student.
Hands-on Laboratory Experience
9/1/21

We promote independent student research at every level.  

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Department News

  • 1/18/23 Student-Run Research Day Highlights Graduate Students’ Work
  • 12/5/22 Using UB Technology to Develop Opioid Alternatives
  • 11/7/22 VITAL Scholars Visit Jacobs School, Present Research
  • 10/27/22 18 Medical School Awardees Honored for Excellence
  • 9/7/22 Undergrads Enjoy Mentoring, Research in Summer Program
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In the News

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  • 12/15/21 UB grad's success shows value of strong support network [Buffalo News]
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  • 10/27/21 An Opiate-Free, Durable, Non-Addictive Pain Killer For Inflammatory Pain ... in Rats
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Our Alumni

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  • Pharmacology and Toxicology Alumna JingYing Wang, PhD.
    “The P.I.s in the department use every opportunity they have to help your career.”
    10/15/21

    Jingying Wang, PhD ’11
    Postdoctoral researcher

  • Pharmacology and Toxicology alumnus Corie Ellison.
    “UB has such a well-rounded department.”
    10/15/21

    Corie Ellison, BS ’08, PhD ’11
    Toxicologist

  • IGPBS alumnus Rob Foxenberg, PhD '08.
    “Being able to participate on interdisciplinary teams and not having a narrow view is important for advancing within a corporation.”
    10/15/21

    Rob Foxenberg, PhD ‘07
    Toxicologist

  • Kevin Kransler, PhD, '08.
    “When I graduated and was ready to begin my career, I had multiple job offers.”
    4/23/21

    Kevin Kransler, PhD ’08
    Pharmacology and toxicology

  • IGPBS alumnus Chad Vezina, PhD, '03.
    “I was able to land a postdoctoral research position at a premier academic institution largely because of networking with my PhD mentor and faculty in the PhD Program in Biomedical Sciences.”
    4/23/21

    Chad Vezina, PhD ’03
    Pharmacology

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Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology

  • 4/1/21 About Us
  • 11/10/21 Pharmacology and Toxicology Faculty Profiles
  • 6/19/14 Research and Facilities
  • 11/27/17 Department News
  • 11/11/19 Contact Us

Education

  • 4/7/20 Undergraduate Program
  • 6/10/21 BS/MS Dual Degree Program
  • 3/31/20 Master’s Program (MS)
  • 3/31/20 PhD Program
  • 3/31/20 MD-PhD Program
  • 8/22/18 Fellowships and Awards
  • 6/5/18 Graduate Student Activities
  • 6/19/14 How to Apply

Join the Department

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