The program in pharmaceutical sciences leading to the Doctor of
Philosophy degree prepares graduates for leadership roles in
meeting the evolving needs in pharmaceutical and biomedical
education, research and industry. The Doctor of Philosophy
degree program is offered with areas of specialization in:
- Industrial Pharmacy
- Pharmacology
- Toxicology
- Medicinal Chemistry
Graduates of the program become important resources in the
preparation of faculty to teach in both graduate and undergraduate
pharmacy and allied health programs and contribute to the
development of biomedical research. Students are trained to respond
to rapidly changing needs in pharmaceutical dosage design, drug
production and drug analytical methods. Students learn fundamental
skills in basic and applied research in toxicology, pharmacology,
medicinal chemistry and industrial.
Department Contact
Dr. Louis Trombetta, Chair
Pharmaceutical Sciences
St. Albert Hall 134
(718) 990-1408
trombetl@stjohns.edu
Dr. Wenchen Wu, Chair
Industrial Pharmacy
St. Albert Hall 163
(718) 990-6640
wuw@stjohns.edu
Graduate Admission Information
Office of Graduate Admission
(718) 990-1601
gradhelp@stjohns.edu
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