Pharmacology Research
Translating fundamental discoveries to tomorrow’s cures
Within the Department of Pharmacology, researchers make breakthrough discoveries that advance public health, propelled by the spirit of scientific discovery.
Expanding Personalized Medicine Through Pharmacology Research
As transformative as pharmaceuticals are to healthcare, each person’s unique biological makeup interacts differently with drugs. Our research continues to expand the field of personalized medicine by tailoring treatments to each patient’s unique genetic makeup, leading to safer and more effective therapies.
Our Research Areas
Learn more below about the research being conducted across our focus areas.
Our Spaces and Support
Explore our pharmacology research facilities and department resources.
- Center for Chemical Genomics
- Center for RNA Biomedicine
- Edward F. Domino Research Center (EFDRC)
- Michigan Drug Discovery
- Platelet Physiology and Pharmacology Core
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Featured News & Stories
Krista Goerger awarded the 2026 top graduate student award in cardiovascular research!
‘Molecular glue’ stabilizes protein that inhibits development of non-small cell lung cancer and uterine cancer
$3.9 million NIH grant to fuel U-M effort to develop first targeted therapy for fatal childhood brain disorder
Congratulations to Dr. Adam Courtney on his appointment as the Pfizer Upjohn Early Career Research Professor in Molecular Pharmacology!
Please welcome new postdoc, Dr. Rehana Akter!
