The Center for Targeted Drug Delivery (CTDD) is our latest research center, created to advance precision drug delivery technologies and translate novel technologies into impactful therapies. The CTDD provides a formal structure that will deepen interdisciplinary collaborations among faculty researchers, industry partners, and other leading research institutions, while also attracting new partnerships. By uniting researchers
Awards and Recognitions Dr. Albert Bach has been appointed to the CalRx Insulin Patient Advisory Council, which serves as a crucial link between the CalRx Program and the diabetes patient community. It provides input and guidance to advance awareness, education, and advocacy for CalRx’s low-cost, biosimilar insulin products. The only health providers on the council
A new Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs (MSRA) program has launched at Chapman University School of Pharmacy, and will welcome its first cohort in fall 2026. “The MSRA program uniquely blends science, policy, and legal standards, ensuring that innovative healthcare solutions reach patients safely and effectively,” says Marc Fleming, Ph.D., the Chair of the
We are pleased to announce that our 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year Awards have been presented to Sherry Wang, Ph.D., and Rachita Sumbria, Ph.D., in recognition of their exceptional service to our students from Fall 2024 through Spring 2025. Pharm.D. Teacher of the Year: Wang has been selected as Teacher of the Year by both
Regulatory affairs is one of the most impactful careers in life sciences. Professionals intersect science, policy, and innovation to bring effective medical products to the market. For Priyanka Dheer, M.S., Chapman University School of Pharmacy offered a uniquely supportive environment to explore regulatory affairs during her time as a Master’s student. Courses like Ethics, Regulation,
Originally from West Linn, Oregon, Ashley’s journey as a student at Chapman University was a blend of scientific curiosity and a desire to help people from all walks of life. Ashley enjoyed science classes throughout her childhood, but her specific interest in pharmacy was sparked during an organic chemistry class in high school. Her teacher
Gerald Obinna Ozota, a CUSP Ph.D. candidate, has won first place in the 2025 Eric M. Scandrett Graduate Research Prize. This award recognizes outstanding research and academic excellence among graduate students at Chapman University. The Eric M. Scandrett Graduate Research Prize is awarded to Chapman University graduate students who have created exceptional research by utilizing
On May 7, 2025, Chapman University School of Pharmacy hosted its annual Research Day, which showcased groundbreaking research from multiple California graduate-level health science colleges and schools. Martina Nieswandt, Vice President of Research, and Jennifer Totonchy, Associate Dean of Research, welcomed students, faculty, and guest researchers bright and early. “Looking at the schedule and abstracts,
Anika Patel has been bestowed the 2025 James L. Doti Outstanding Graduate Student Award, the highest honor for graduate students at Chapman University. The Doti Awards recognize distinguished academic achievement, scholarly or creative activity, and service and are granted to one graduating master’s and one graduating doctoral student.. Anika joined Chapman University as a PhD
When Taran Harris first stepped onto Chapman University as a Master of Science student, she couldn’t imagine how far that initial step could take her. What began as a curiosity about the complexities of protein interactions during her MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences inspired her to pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy immediately afterward. “The research experiences