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[Ann Arbor, Michigan] – Researchers at the University of Michigan and the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center have developed a new type of nanoparticle therapy that could make cancer immunotherapy safer and more effective. The study, published May 7 in Science, introduces a platform called CRYSTAL […]

Researchers have had great success in spurring the immune system to battle cancers, but brain tumors have proven frustratingly resistant to immunotherapy. Glioblastomas, one of the most aggressive and lethal brain tumors, are especially good at evading treatment. 
Spencer Watson, Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the newest member of the College of Pharmacy faculty, may have […]

Gordon L. Flynn, PhD., Professor Emeritus of Pharmaceutical Sciences, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. Read Gordon’s full obituary.
Spending nearly three decades at the University of Michigan, Dr. Flynn was a central figure in the College of Pharmacy, shaping the pharmaceutics department, advancing drug delivery and leaving an indelible mark on many pharmacy students […]

College of Pharmacy researchers in the lab of Guizhi (Julian) Zhu have developed a promising new weapon in the war on cancer: small circular mRNA vaccines.

This prestigious distinction is given to an AFPE mentor who exemplifies the characteristics of ongoing learning, a willingness to share expertise and provides guidance with respect.

The study, conducted on mice, found that the inulin gel, specifically formulated with an allergen, normalized the imbalanced intestinal microbiota and metabolites in allergic mice.

[Ann Arbor, August 31st 2023] — In a viral infection, the B lymphocytes in the body immune system can recognize viruses and produce antibodies to fight off viruses, which is an essential body defense mechanism against many natural viral infections.  This process is also the basis for the development of many modern antiviral vaccines, however, […]

The Michigan Pharmacy community came together on Friday, February 9 at the College’s annual Research Forum event.
Karen Farris, PhD’93, associate dean for faculty affairs and graduate and undergraduate education, Charles R. Walgreen III Professor of Pharmacy Administration, welcomed attendees at the morning presentation session at the North Campus Research Complex. Two fellows and four graduate […]

Duxin Sun, PhD’02, associate dean for research, Charles R. Walgreen Jr. Professor of Pharmacy, and professor of pharmaceutical sciences, has been named a 2023 fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
AAAS fellows are chosen by their peers for their “scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications.”  Dr. […]

The University of Michigan Board of Regents have approved the appointment of Duxin Sun, PhD’02, as the College’s associate dean for research, effective September 1, 2022.
Dr. Sun earned his PhD in pharmaceutical sciences from U-M in 2002. He worked in academia and industry before returning to the College in 2008 as an associate professor. He […]