
In this area our teams are elucidating the biochemical and cellular basis of human diseases and the molecular mechanisms underlying drug action and their targets.
Our investigation of disease mechanisms provides insights into identification of novel therapeutic targets for which small molecules or biologics are being developed. Research is directed towards the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying the function of therapeutic targets, correcting the target using gene therapy, and the intracellular signalling pathways they control and the mechanistic study of drug action. Approaches incorporate human studies, patient-derived samples and animal models of disease. Our research teams are interested in several human diseases or conditions including drug addiction, autism, diabetes, cancer, genetic disorders, infectious diseases, and neurological diseases.
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Alum takes on leadership in broad range of pharmacy initiatives
Emerging Leader in Pharmacy Award recipient Molly Yang incorporates passion for advocacy for patients and profession into career
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Congratulations to the 2023 Alumni Awards recipients!
The Alumni Awards program honours and recognizes exceptional alumni who demonstrate a significant commitment to our Faculty's community. Congratulations to our 2023 recipients!
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New research provides much-needed data on in-hospital antibiotic use
Understanding variation in physician prescribing patterns and patient outcomes is key to addressing unnecessary antimicrobial use.
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