Pharmacology Research
Pharmacology researchers work in the Isom Lab

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.

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Featured News & Stories See all news Michelle Hastings
Department News
Dr. Michelle Hastings has RNA therapeutic being used to treat twins with ultra-rare form of Batten disease
Dr. Michelle Hastings has RNA therapeutic being used to treat twins with ultra-rare form of Batten disease
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Health Lab
A personalized RNA therapeutic treats twins with ultra-rare form of Batten disease
A therapeutic developed by Michigan Medicine's Michelle Hastings, Ph.D., is now being used to treat twin girls with a rare form of juvenile Batten disease.
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Department News
Dr. Les Satin has been asked to join the ProQuest Distinguished Dissertation Awards Committee of the University of Michigan
Dr. Les Satin has been asked to join the ProQuest Distinguished Dissertation Awards Committee of the University of Michigan!
Alanna Shahly
Department News
Welcome to U-M Pharmacology, Alanna!
Alanna Shahly is the new Research Administrator Senior in Pharmacology. Welcome, Alanna!
Manuj Bandral
Department News
Please welcome our newest postdoc, Manuj Bandral, Ph.D.
Please welcome our newest postdoc, Manuj Bandral, Ph.D.
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Health Lab
Older adults want to cut back on medication, but study shows need for caution
The idea of deprescribing is popular among older adults who take prescription drugs, especially those taking medication for symptomless conditions like high blood pressure.