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Frankart leads School of Pharmacy's academic and faculty affairs

Nov. 26, 2024

Laura Morgan Frankart, Pharm.D., M.Ed., began her role as the school’s associate dean for academic and faculty affairs, effective Nov 25.

Christian Moon earns 2024 Walmart Health Equity Scholarship for Pharmacy Students

Nov. 25, 2024

Christian Moon is one of seven students in the nation this year – and the first ever in Virginia – to earn this national scholarship.

Shijun Zhang named 2024 NIRA Scholar

Nov. 25, 2024

Shijun Zhang, Ph.D. becomes the third VCU Pharmacy faculty member to be named a NIRA Scholar.

Bao Chau has found in his research that a spontaneous idea can turn into “something revolutionary.” (Kevin Morley, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

How I found my research: Bao Chau harnesses cutting-edge tools in hopes of improving medication access

Nov. 7, 2024

Chau said, ‘Witnessing the hardships around the world and experiencing them firsthand is my motivation to advance pharmaceutical research and improve the quality of life for as many people as possible.’

Students excel in exceptional Research Day at Haleon

Oct. 31, 2024

Eight students earned awards for excelling academically and for presenting their findings at this year's Research Day at Haleon.

New listing of the world’s most-cited scientists includes Glennon, 10 other VCU faculty who rank in the top 50 of their fields

Oct. 31, 2024

The 2024 Stanford Elsevier report highlights the top 2% globally, and VCU’s broad presence reflects its expanding research portfolio.

VCU to celebrate 14 notable alumni at biennial Alumni Stars event

Oct. 28, 2024

Honorees will be recognized at a Nov. 15 event at the Science Museum of Virginia.

More than 107,000 people died from drug overdoses in the U.S. in 2023, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Disposing of unused or unwanted medications at events like this Saturday's Drug Take Back Day on The Compass can help prevent medication misuse, opioid use disorder and opioid overdose. (Getty Images)

Drug Take Back Day event for the public is set for Saturday at VCU

Oct. 24, 2024

VCU Police and School of Pharmacy students will lead the event, which ensures and highlights the proper disposal of medication.

New listing of the world’s most-cited scientists includes 11 VCU faculty who rank in the top 50 of their fields

Oct. 17, 2024

The 2024 Stanford Elsevier report highlights the top 2% globally, and VCU’s broad presence reflects its expanding research portfolio.

Yan Zhang appointed as director of VCU's Center for Drug Discovery

Oct. 5, 2024

This week, Yan Zhang, Ph.D., was named Director of VCU's Center for Drug Discovery, formerly known as the Institute for Structural Biology, Drug Discovery and Development.