UW NCPA Members Attend National Convention
November 21, 2014 — Quyen Bui, Songlin Cai, and Brian Martisius attended the National
Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) national conference in Austin, Texas, October
18–22, 2014. During the convention, they attended future pharmacist programming workshops
to broaden their knowledge about independent pharmacies and learned how to become
leaders and advocates for the pharmacy profession.
Pharmacy Students Represent UW NCPA Chapter at RxPlus Annual Meeting
November 21, 2014 — Quyen Bui, Songlin Cai, Brian Martisius, and Marinell Schoening
had the opportunity to attend the RxPlus Pharmacies annual meeting located in Westminster,
Colorado, August 14–16, 2014, as representatives of the National Community Pharmacists
Association (NCPA) student chapter from the University of Wyoming.
UW Doctor of Pharmacy/MBA Students Present Overview of Summer Project
October 3, 2014 — Steven Schoeber, Jimmy Curtiss, and Anna Bayert, inaugural students
of the new University of Wyoming Doctor of Pharmacy/MBA dual degree program, presented
an overview of process for their summer 2014 business project to UW School of Pharmacy
faculty. Their advisor is Dr. Larry Staubach, assistant professor of social and administrative
pharmacy.
8th Annual “Fall into Good Health” Health Fair October 25
September 30, 2014 — The 8th Annual "Fall into Good Health" Health Fair invites the
Laramie and UW community members to attend the fair on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 7:30
a.m. – noon on the second floor of the Wyoming Union. Join us for free services, door
prizes, and information to keep you on track to a healthier lifestyle!
UW School of Pharmacy Professor Bruce Culver Retires
September 30, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Professor Bruce Culver,
Ph.D., retired in September following a distinguished 37-year career of teaching,
research, and service. During his career, Culver influenced countless students and
colleagues through his teaching and mentorship, and was respected for his administrative
service to the school and the university.
UW School of Pharmacy Staff Assistant Bobbie Cesko Retires
September 30, 2014 — Bobbie Cesko, staff assistant at the University of Wyoming School
of Pharmacy, retired in September after working for the university for over 35 years.
During her 32-plus years with the school, Cesko worked for six of the seven deans,
including Jack Bone, Robert Nelson, John Baldwin, Paul Ranelli, John Vandel, and Linda
Gore Martin. She managed all functions of the administrative office in the School
of Pharmacy and saw over 1000 students graduate during her career.
UW School of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2018
September 25, 2014 — The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy welcomed members of the class of 2018 into its professional pharmacy program in August. Following the White Coat Ceremony, the incoming students were congratulated by Dean Linda Gore Martin with family and friends in attendance.
Allan Weber Named UW School of Pharmacy 2014 Outstanding Alumnus
September 22, 2014 — Allan E. Weber, Ph.D., (B.S.P. ’63) was recently named the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy 2014 Outstanding Alumnus. Weber’s highly successful pharmaceutical development career includes numerous accomplishments, including participating in over 12 new domestic and international drug approvals and receiving three Presidential Awards at Abbott Laboratories for project leadership and technical advances leading to new product approvals.
UW School of Pharmacy Faculty Published in the Journal of Family Practice
September 22, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy faculty Mary Onsyko,
Pharm.D., BCPS, Jeremy Vandiver, Pharm.D., BCPS, Melissa Hunter, Pharm.D., and Tracy
Mahvan, Pharm.D., had an article published in the September issue of the Journal of Family Practice titled, "Statin Adverse Effects: Sorting out the Evidence."
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UW School of Pharmacy Welcomes New Faculty and Staff
September 15, 2014 — The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy is pleased to welcome
the following new faculty and staff. Allison Mann is a clinical assistant professor
of pharmacy practice at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver, Colorado;
Leena Myran is a clinical assistant professor of pharmacy practice at the Family Medicine
Residency Program in Cheyenne; Jared Bushman is an assistant professor of pharmaceutical
sciences who will be teaching pathophysiology; and Dorie Gallegos is the new staff
assistant.
Jaime Hornecker Nominated for 2014 Wyoming Women of Influence Award
August 25, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy faculty Jaime Hornecker,
Pharm.D., BCPS, was nominated for a 2014 Wyoming Women of Influence Award. The award
honors those women who influence policy, behavior, ethics, and success within their
industry and across Wyoming. Hornecker was nominated in the health care category.
Michelle Hilaire Receives ACCP Academy Scholarship
August 24, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Clinical Associate Professor
of Pharmacy Practice Michelle Hilaire, Pharm.D., CDE, BCPS, was selected to receive
one of ten scholarships to attend the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP)
Leadership and Management Academy, which is an educational program aimed at developing
leadership and management abilities. Hilaire was awarded the scholarship from the
ACCP Ambulatory Care Practice and Research Network.
UW Pharmacy P3 Student Ashley Francis Attends PDC Leadership Development Seminar
August 14, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy P3 student Ashley Francis,
from San Anselmo, California, attended the Phi Delta Chi (PDC) Pharmacy Fraternity
15th Leader-Development Seminar August 6–10 in Tampa, Florida.
UW Pharmacy Student Greg Miller Named 2014 AACP Walmart Scholar
July 30, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy student Greg Miller, from
Winnipeg, Canada, received a 2014 American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
Walmart Scholar Award. The award provided $1,000 scholarships to 85 student-faculty
pairs from across the country to attend the 2014 AACP Annual Meeting and Teachers
Seminar in Grapevine, Texas, July 26–30. Miller and faculty mentor Suzanne Clark attended
the meeting.
UW School of Pharmacy Dean to Advise International Journal
July 28, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Dean Linda Gore Martin has been named to serve a three-year term on the International Advisory Board of the International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy.
UW's Megan Saunders Named Finalist for National Pharmacy Award
July 17, 2014 — Recent University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy graduate Megan Saunders
of Chinook, Washington, has been selected as a finalist for the Next-Generation Pharmacist
award.
Ardis Meier Receives 2014 Bowl of Hygeia Award
July 15, 2014 — The Wyoming Pharmacy Association has presented alumna Ardis Meier,
R.Ph., (B.S.P. ’77) with the 2014 Bowl of Hygeia Award in recognition of her outstanding
service to the community and to the profession of pharmacy.
Jaime Hornecker Named 2014 Wyoming Pharmacist of the Year
July 15, 2014 — Jaime Hornecker (Pharm.D. ’03), from Casper, Wyoming, has been named
the 2014 Pharmacist of the Year by the Wyoming Pharmacy Association (WPhA). Hornecker
is not only making a difference as a leader in pharmacy, she is on the ground level
of educating future pharmacists, contributing to the care of patients, and educating
other health care professionals.
Lanae Fox Receives 2014 Distinguished Young Pharmacist Award
July 15, 2014 — The Wyoming Pharmacy Association has recognized Lanae Fox (Pharm.D.
’10), from Casper, Wyoming, as the 2014 Distinguished Young Pharmacist. The award
was created in 1987 by Pharmacist Mutual Companies to encourage newer pharmacists
to become involved in association activities and civic projects, and to recognize
one pharmacist in each state for individual excellence and outstanding contributions.
Stevi Sy Elected President of WPhA
July 15, 2014 — Stephanie ‘Stevi’ Sy (Pharm.D. ’10), from Casper, Wyoming, has been
elected president of the Wyoming Pharmacy Association (WPhA). Sy is also the recipient
of the 2014 McKesson Leadership Award. She has been involved in many aspects of pharmacy
in her career, is an outstanding advocate for her profession, and is an excellent
role model for all pharmacists.
Guanglong He Invited to Serve on AHA Research Committee
July 14, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Assistant Professor of Medicinal
Chemistry Guanglong (Larry) He, Ph.D., has been invited to be a member of the American
Heart Association 2014–2015 SouthWest Affiliate Research Committee.
Pharmacy Association Chooses UW Faculty Member for Leadership Program
July 14, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Associate Dean Tonja Woods
is among 30 faculty members nationwide selected for the American Association of College
of Pharmacy’s (AACP) 2014 Academic Leadership Program.
Bobbie Cesko Receives UW College of Health Sciences Dean’s Award
June 24, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Staff Assistant Bobbie Cesko
has received the College of Health Sciences Dean’s Award. The Dean’s Award is the
highest award in the college and is given to someone who has an outstanding career
devoted to their division and the college.
Bruce Culver Receives UW College of Health Sciences Career Achievement Award
June 24, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Professor Bruce Culver, Ph.D.,
has received the 2014 College of Health Sciences Career Achievement Award. Culver
was recognized by the college for the impact he has had throughout his 37-year career
of teaching, research, and service.
Admissions Committee Spotlight
June 20, 2014 — Committees at the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy are a very
important part of the administrative structure of the school. Faculty, staff, and
student members of these committees work very hard behind the scenes throughout the
year. The Admissions Committee is in the spotlight this month showing how the committee is positively impacting
our program and our students. The Curriculum and Instruction Committee and the Assessment Committee were featured previously.
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Jaime Hornecker and Michelle Hilaire Present at STFM Conference
June 10, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy faculty Jaime Hornecker,
Pharm.D., BCPS, and Michelle Hilaire, Pharm.D., BCPS, CDE, recently presented at the
48th Annual Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Annual Spring Conference
in San Antonio, Texas, May 3–7, 2014. Their lecture-discussion was titled, "Coming
Full Circle with Pain Management: Involving Residents, Integrating Disciplines, and
Improving Patient Care.”
Cowboys and Cowgirls Set Program Records for All-MW Honors
UW Pharmacy Student Taylor Gardner Earns All-MW Honors in Track and Field
May 19, 2014 — The University of Wyoming men's and women's track and field teams set
two program records Monday, as 15 Cowboys and Cowgirls collected 22 All-Mountain West
honors when the league office announced the accolades. Sophomore Kereston Thomas and
senior Taylor Gardner highlighted the honorees for the Cowgirls with three apiece.
Sreejayan Nair Promoted to Professor
May 12, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy faculty member Sreejayan Nair,
Ph.D., director of the UW Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. Program and director of the Center
for Cardiovascular Research and Alternative Medicine, was promoted to professor by
the UW Board of Trustees in May. Nair joined the School of Pharmacy in 2002 as an
assistant professor of pharmacology and was promoted to associate professor in 2008.
Congratulations to the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Class of 2014
May 10, 2014 — Members of the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy class of 2014
received their Doctor of Pharmacy degrees during the UW College of Health Sciences
commencement ceremonies May 10. As the class members finalized their plans following
graduation, many shared their future plans, which include residencies, hospital, retail
and community pharmacy, and spending time with family. (see photos of the class of 2014 commencement)
UW Pharmacy Student Misty O’Lexey Selected for Leadership Conference
May 7, 2014 — Pharmacy student Misty O’Lexey (class of 2016) was selected to attend
the 15th Annual Cardinal Health Student Leadership Conference May 15–17, 2014, in
Houston, Texas. The all-expense paid conference joined the top pharmacy students from
across the nation for a special two-day program to better prepare them for assuming
future leadership roles in health-system pharmacy.
UW School of Pharmacy Honors 2014 Preceptors of the Year
May 3, 2014 — Alumni Natasha Gallizzi (Pharm.D. ’01) and Lee Smith (B.S.P. ’75) were
selected as the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy 2014 Preceptors of the Year.
Gallizzi and Smith were recognized at the Annual Honors and Awards Banquet for their
significant contributions to the education of UW pharmacy students.
UW School of Pharmacy Honors 2014 Award Recipients
May 3, 2014 — Each year, the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy confers several
student recognition awards to students based on nominations from the entire faculty
and criteria set by each award donor. Outstanding student award recipients for 2014
were honored at the Annual Honors and Awards Banquet in May. (see photos of the 2014 award recipients)
UW School of Pharmacy 2014 Scholarship Recipients Honored
May 3, 2014 — The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy announced the 2014 scholarship
recipients at the Annual Honors and Awards Banquet in May. Thanks to the generosity
and support from donors and friends of the school, many students received scholarships,
which not only recognize the students’ academic achievements, but will assist them
in their educational goals. (see photos of the 2014 scholarship recipients)
UW School of Pharmacy Student Organizations Honor 2014 Award Recipients
May 3, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy student organizations announced
their 2014 members of the year and achievement awards during the school’s Annual Honors
and Awards Banquet May 3. In addition to honoring the award winners, the organizations
also recognized honor cord and certificate recipients. (see photos of the 2014 student organization award recipients)
Weber Family Scholarship Helps Future Pharmacists
April 29, 2014 — The pharmaceutical industry gave so much to alumnus Allan Weber (BSP
’63) and his wife, Sharon, it was only natural of them to want to give something back.
Using their estate, they will create the Allan E. and Sharon J. Weber Family Memorial
Scholarship at the UW School of Pharmacy to help foster excellence and to provide
financial support to students entering the program.
Antoinette Brown Gives Presentations on Prescription Drug Abuse
April 29, 2014 — In April, Antoinette Brown, R.Ph., UW School of Pharmacy coordinator
of experiential education, gave three presentations on prescription drug abuse to
groups in Casper, Wyoming.
Guanglong He Receives UW and CHS Faculty Grant-in-Aid Awards
April 23, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry Guanglong He, Ph.D., has received two Faculty Grant-in-Aid Awards—one from UW and one from the College of Health Sciences.
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Lanae Fox and Jaime Hornecker Article Published in U.S. Pharmacist
April 22, 2014 — An article by University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy faculty Lanae
Fox, Pharm.D., BCPS, and Jaime Hornecker, Pharm.D., BCPS, was published in U.S. Pharmacist April 18, 2014. The article is titled, “Pneumococcal Vaccination: Optimizing Preventive
Strategies and Reducing Disease Burden.”
Jodi Schilz Presents BMS Ph.D. Dissertation Defense
April 17, 2014 — In April, Jodi Schilz, a graduate student in the University of Wyoming
Biomedical Sciences (BMS) Ph.D. Program, defended her doctoral dissertation titled,
“Investigating the Ability of Cupric Oxide Nanoparticles to Adsorb Metal Contaminants
from Uranium in-Situ Recovery Production Bleed Water and Assessing the Associated Changes in Cytotoxicity.”
2014 Pharmacy Frolic 5K Results
April 15, 2014 — The 2014 Pharmacy Frolic 5K, sponsored by the Wyoming Student Society of Health-Systems Pharmacy (WSSHP), was very successful, with good weather and a high turnout. The race was held April 5, 2014, at Optimist Park/Laramie River Greenbelt in Laramie, Wyoming, with proceeds split between the Laramie Interfaith-Good Samaritan and WSSHP. See the full article for results and times.
Reshmi Singh Selected for 2014 Ellbogen Summer Institute
April 14, 2014 — Reshmi Singh, Ph.D., School of Pharmacy assistant professor of social and administrative pharmacy, was selected to participate in the 2014 John P. Ellbogen Summer Faculty Institute “Designing Your First-Year Seminar” May 19–22, 2014.
2014 College of Health Sciences Grand Rounds/Research Day
April 11, 2014 — The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy (SOP) was well-represented
at the 2014 College of Health Sciences Grand Rounds April 11, 2014. The 20th Annual
Research Day showcased the exciting research and work of faculty, researchers, and
students. A highlight of the event was the Otis L. Hoy Memorial Seminar, which featured
a presentation by keynote speaker David Pollock, Ph.D., from the University of Colorado
School of Medicine, titled, “The Genesis of Our Genomes: Repetitive Elements and the
Origin of Function.” (See photos from the 2014 CHS Grand Rounds/Research Day)
First-Year Pharm. D. Students Present Posters during CHS Research Day
April 11, 2014 — It was great to witness first-year Pharm. D. students present six
posters on drug interactions (DIs) during the CHS Research day on April 11, 2014.
Each poster described a specific interaction of drug with food, disease, or another
drug. These posters were presented as part of the PHCY6102 Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
course taught by Dr. Baskaran “Baski” Thyagarajan, M. Pharm., Ph.D., assistant professor
of pharmaceutics at the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy. (See photos of the student presentations)
Students Attend APhA-ASP National Meeting
April 10, 2014 — University of Wyoming American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) chapter members (L to R) Presley Legerski, Kali Autrey, and Jessica Potthoff attended the APhA-ASP National meeting in Orlando, Florida, March 28–31.
Lisa Ohnstad and Rebecca Pullos Finalists in UW Business Plan Competition
April 4, 2014 — Lisa Ohnstad (class of 2015), Rebecca Pullos (class of 2014), and their fellow team members were awarded “Most Creative Business Plan” in the 2014 University of Wyoming John P. Ellbogen $30K Entrepreneurship Competition.
Phi Delta Chi Gives Medication Safety Presentation to the Boy Scouts of America
March 27, 2014 — The University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy Alpha Mu chapter of
Phi Delta Chi recently gave a medication safety presentation to a Laramie Boy Scout
troop as part of a community outreach service project. Members (pictured L to R) Nathan
Holcomb, Charlie Morrison, Karsten Josie, and Brandon Anderson gave a thirty-minute
presentation to a group of approximately 30 children and adults and provided each
scout member with a handout to take to home to their parents.
UW School of Pharmacy Alumna Sharon Durfee Elected BPS Chair for 2014
March 25, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy alumna Sharon M. Durfee
(B.S.P. '76), R.Ph., BCNSP, was elected by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS)
to serve as the 2014 chair. She succeeds Joseph Saseen, Pharm.D, FASHP, FCCP, BCPS.
UW alumnus John A. Pieper (B.S.P. '77), Pharm.D., FCCP, FAPhA, was voted the chair-elect.
Durfee is the director of Poudre Infusion Therapy, an infusion therapy company that
is part of Columbine Health Systems in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Mary Onysko Published in American Family Physician
March 21, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy faculty Mary Onsyko, Pharm.D.,
BCPS, and former faculty member Katie Thompson, Pharm.D., BCPS, had an article published
in the March issue of American Family Physician titled, "Common Questions About Clostridium difficile Infection."
Assessment Committee Spotlight
March 19, 2014 — Committees at the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy are a very important part of the administrative structure of the school. Faculty, staff, and student members of these committees work very hard behind the scenes throughout the year. The Assessment Committee is in the spotlight this month showing how the committee is positively impacting our program and our students. In December 2013, the Curriculum and Instruction Committee was featured.
Career Pathway Opportunities by UW Pharmacy Alumnus Joseph Bruno
A Letter to the Students at the University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy
March 18, 2014 — In this letter to UW School of Pharmacy students, alumnus Joseph
E. Bruno, Pharm.D., R.Ph., shares experiences and insights from his amazing 29-year
career and how pharmacy career opportunities have opened in many different alternative
paths from the traditional retail or hospital avenues. Bruno (B.S.P. '85) lives in
Savannah, Georgia, where he is the clinical director for AriVan Research and the director
of the Dominion Research Center.
UW Pharmacy Alumna Lori Allen Shares Career Insights about Compounding Pharmacy
March 18, 2014 — UW pharmacy alumna Lori Allen, R.Ph., (B.S.P. '91) shares career
insights about her work in the unique specialty of compounding pharmacy for the benefit
of current students and prospective students. Allen is the owner of Mixtures Pharmacy
& Compounding Center, with two locations near Phoenix, Arizona. Mixtures' compounding
specialties include, but are not limited to, anti-aging, bio-identical hormone replacement
therapy, dental preparations, dosage forms, flavoring, pain management, and veterinary
care.
Witzeling Scholarship Endowment Benefits UW Pharmacy Students
February 21, 2014 — Alumnus Kenneth Witzeling (BSP '51) and his wife, Elizabeth, from
Powell, Wyoming, have donated his extensive coin collection to the University of Wyoming
to create the Kenneth and Elizabeth Witzeling Pharmacy Scholarship endowment. For
more information, read the UW Foundation's article about the Witzelings titled, "More than Money."
Winners of the 2014 ASP Patient Counseling Competition Announced
February 20, 2014 — Winners of the local chapter of the American Pharmacists Association–Academy
of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) 2014 Patient Counseling Competition at the University
of Wyoming pictured at left: first place, Cassandra Hardester (center), from Bakersfield,
California; second, Kali Autrey (left), from Kimball, Nebraska; and third, Brandon
Anderson (right), from Andover, Minnesota. All three students are members of the School
of Pharmacy class of 2015.
Interprofessional Education Workshop Provides Opportunities for Collaboration
February 7, 2014 — On January 9, 2014, 72 faculty, 2 senior students and the Dean of the College of Health Sciences (CHS) at the University of Wyoming gathered for a very successful one-day Interprofessional Education (IPE) Workshop facilitated by Brenda Zierler and Peggy Odegard from the University of Washington Center for Health Science Interprofessional Education, Research and Practice. Twenty-two faculty from the School of Pharmacy (SOP) attended the workshop and four SOP faculty serve on the CHS IPE Committee.
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Mary Onysko and Jeremy Vandiver Published in Journal of Family Practice
January 29, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy faculty Mary Onsyko, Pharm.D.,
BCPS, and Jeremy Vandiver, Pharm.D., BCPS, had an article published in the January
issue of the Journal of Family Practice titled, "Is a novel anticoagulant right for your patient?"
UW Pharmacy P4 Student Omo Oisamoje Presents Poster at ASHP Midyear
January 28, 2014 — Omo Oisamoje, a University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy P4 student
from Laramie, Wyoming, gave a poster presentation titled, "Providers' Perception on
the Correlation between Vitamin D Levels and Pain," at the American Society of Health-System
Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear meeting December 6–10 in Orlando, Florida.
UW Pharmacy P4 Student Tracey Le Presents Poster at ASHP Midyear
January 28, 2014 — University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy P4 student Tracey Le,
from Anaheim, California, attended the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
(ASHP) Midyear meeting December 6–10 in Orlando, Florida, where she gave a poster
presentation titled, "Assessment of the Knowledge and Awareness of Diet and Other
Weight Loss Strategies in Patients Enrolled in an Anticoagulation Clinic."
UW Pharmacy P4 Student Andrew Grothen Presents Poster at ASHP Midyear
January 28, 2014 — Andrew Grothen, a University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy P4 student
from Merrimack, New Hampshire, gave a poster presentation titled, "Community Use of
Metformin in Patients without Diabetes Taking Antipsychotics and Mood Stabilizers,"
at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear meeting December
6–10 in Orlando, Florida.
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Interdisciplinary Collaboration on Student-Led Research Project
January 28, 2014 — Jenna Allais, P4 pharmacy student from Rock Springs, Wyoming, and Drew Mcmillan, ASPIRE-pre-pharmacy student from Cody, Wyoming, collaborated on a poster presentation at the 2013 American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear Meeting in Orlando, Florida, in December.
Xihui (Alex) Xu Receives 2013 C-CRAM Outstanding Researcher Award
January 16, 2014 — Xihui (Alex) Xu, M.D., Ph.D., M.S., is the recipient of the 2013
UW Center for Cardiovascular Research and Alternative Medicine (C-CRAM) outstanding
researcher award. Xu is also the first graduate student from the UW Biomedical Sciences
Graduate Program.
2013 C-CRAM NewsletterJanuary 16, 2014 — The UW Center for Cardiovascular Research and Alternative Medicine (C-CRAM) has released its 2013 newsletter. Read news highlights of publications, manuscripts, meetings and presentations, and other news from C-CRAM.
Cara Harshberger Completes the "Dopey Challenge" at Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
January 14, 2014 — Cara Harshberger, clinical assistant professor of pharmacy practice, completed the Dopey Challenge at the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in January. She ran a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and full Marathon all in four days, for a total of 48.6 miles!
Travis Brown Receives Prestigious 2014 AACP New Investigator Award
January 10, 2014 — Travis Brown, Ph.D., assistant professor of pharmaceutical science,
is one of seventeen recipients of the highly competitive American Association of Colleges
of Pharmacy (AACP) New Investigator Award for 2014. Brown will receive start-up funding
from AACP for his research program, "The Role of Cathepsin K in Mediating Hippocampal
Synaptic Plasticity and Memory."
