The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at Virginia Commonwealth University is a leading research institution dedicated to advancing the understanding of pharmacology and toxicology to improve medical treatments and develop safer drugs. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and interdisciplinary research, the department's faculty, students, and researchers work together to address medical disorders and contribute to the field's knowledge. Ranked thirteenth among National Institutes of Health-funded pharmacology and toxicology programs in the U.S., the department has a track record of producing alumni who have excelled in various sectors, including government, academia, and the private industry.
Through its integrated graduate program, the department offers degree programs in pharmacology and toxicology, providing students with a comprehensive education and opportunities for career advancement. The department's research areas span neuroscience, drugs of abuse, cancer, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal pharmacology, with a particular focus on the Central Virginia Center on Drug Abuse. With a commitment to fostering light bulb moments and sharing knowledge with the next generation of trailblazers, the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at Virginia Commonwealth University is at the forefront of cutting-edge research and innovation in the field.
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