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From Drug Mechanisms

To Better Medicine

  • Augusta University
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  • Pharmacology

Pharmacology

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Augusta University’s Pharmacology PhD program equips you to discover and develop novel therapies that improve human health. From cardiovascular and pulmonary disease to addiction and neurological disorders, you'll explore how drugs interact with biological systems at multiple levels. With guidance from nationally recognized faculty and access to advanced models and technologies, you’ll build expertise in experimental design, data analysis, and translational research. Pharmacology graduates move on to dynamic careers in academic research, pharmaceutical companies, regulatory agencies like the FDA, and postdoctoral training programs in top-tier labs.

Imagine creating the next life-saving medicine. Join the Pharmacology PhD program and become a leader in therapeutic development.

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Admissions Contact

Lauren Schoem, MS
Assistant Director, Graduate School Admissions

(706) 721-9516
BIOMED@augusta.edu

Program Director

Meet Current Students | Explore Faculty Research

Dan Rudic

 

Program Contacts

R. Daniel Rudic, PhD
Program Director
rrudic@augusta.edu

Wendy Fava
Program Administrator 
(706) 721-2346
 wfava@augusta.edu

Student Testimonials

Noah Watson

"Augusta University is a very collaborative environment, and I know that I can easily ask any professor or fellow student a question and get a positive response. Additionally, my work gives me the opportunity to feel like I can make a real positive change in the world."

- Noah Watson

Aubrey Bennet

"I was drawn to the pharmacology program because of my love for neuroscience and the department’s supportive environment. What really stood out to me was how willing they were to let me explore and try new things – allowing me the space to grow, take initiative, and learn in a hands-on way."

- Aubrey Bennett

The Graduate School

The Graduate School at Augusta University facilitates ground-breaking research and ensures outstanding education. We create an environment that embraces and empowers the next generation of scholars and investigators, supports faculty and staff, and fosters meaningful relationships and collaborations among students across our programs and colleges.

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