KU Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology

KU Pharmacology & Toxicology offers developing scientists a background in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology and physiology.

About KU PharmTox

Degrees

KU PharmTox offers a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Pharmacology & Toxicology, and three options for a Master of Science (M.S.) in Pharmacology & Toxicology including two online master's options.

Online Master's Degrees

Our literature-based and laboratory-based Online Master's Degree programs in Pharmacology & Toxicology allow students to earn their Master of Science degree in a collaborative academic environment from anywhere in the world.

About the Online Master's Degrees

Our Research

Our researchers focus on neuropharmacology, areas such as Alzheimer's disease, mood disorders, stroke, and the effects of diabetes on the nervous system.

About Our Research

KU PharmTox Newsletter

Catch up on the latest KU Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology news and updates with our latest bi-annual departmental newsletter.

View the Fall 2021 Newsletter

Give to PharmTox

Private support allows the department to provide resources for students, establish research seminars, and continue the excellence you have come to expect from us. Your support, regardless of size, can make a profound impact. Even small amounts given over time can accumulate to create substantial resources.

Ways to Give

KU PharmTox Seminars

Student Seminar Series

Wednesdays at 4 p.m. in Malott Hall, Rm. 2048
Jan. 26 - Shuwen Yue
Feb. 2 - Xin Zhang
Feb. 9 - no seminar
Feb. 16 - Wynn Wang
Feb. 23 - Sugandha

Student Series Details

Scientific Seminar Series

KU Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology's Scientific Seminar Series features prominent researchers from KU, the United States and the world.

Scientific Series Details

Beyond the Lab Seminar Series

The Beyond the Lab Seminar Series explores topics outside the typical classroom and lab setting to enrich the academic profiles, and expanding the outlook for career advancement for students, postdocs and research professionals.

Beyond the Lab Series Details

KU PharmTox News

Claire Croutch (left); Kristin Aillon (right)

Thu, 04/28/22

Dr. Claire Croutch and Dr. Kristin Aillon to present Beyond the Lab seminar

Dr. Claire Croutch and Dr. Kristin Aillon, MRIGlobal of Kansas City, Missouri, will present a Beyond the Lab seminar titled "Introduction to a Scientist's Career at MRIGlobal" on Friday, April 29 at 11:00 a.m. in Malott Hall, Room 2049.

Mon, 01/31/22

Eduardo Rosa-Molinar named AAAS fellow

Eduardo Rosa-Molinar, professor of pharmacology and toxicology, has the honor of being named a 2022 fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

Jessica Bates (left) and Adam Smith (right)

Mon, 05/09/22

Two Kansas Pharmacy faculty earn tenure and promotion

KU Chancellor Doug Girod recently approved the University Committee on Promotion and Tenure’s recommendation to award promotion and tenure to two School of Pharmacy faculty members. The academic milestone was earned by Jessica Bates, clinical associate professor of pharmacy practice and Adam Smith, associate professor of pharmacology and toxicology.

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