Research and Faculty
The College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has a stellar faculty that brings the latest research and technology to the classroom. They are committed to providing excellent student-centered instruction, along with the professional guidance that ensures our students' success. Faculty conduct research in a number of areas that impact patient care, including diabetes, kidney disease, cancer, Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular disease and neurodegenerative disorders. Our faculty members are recognized authorities in their areas of specialization and conduct groundbreaking research that contributes to the development of new treatments and practices.
The College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences encourages undergraduate, graduate, and Pharm.D. students to seek research opportunities with the College faculty members.
FACULTY, LISTED BY DEPARTMENT
- Department of Medicinal and Biological Chemistry Faculty
- Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics Faculty
- Department of Pharmacy Practice Faculty
department of medicinal and biological chemistry
Ghassan M. Abushaikha, Ph.D.
Research Assistant Professor
ghassan.abushaikha@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of small molecules in the fields of anticancer, antihyperlipidemia, and antiviral
Paul W. Erhardt, Ph.D.
Distinguished University Professor Emeritus
paul.erhardt@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Small molecule drug design, synthesis, biological screening, PK assessment and preclinical development of lead candidates
Jon R. Kirchhoff, Ph.D.
Distinguished University Professor
jon.kirchhoff@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Development of modified electrodes and microelectrodes
Area of Research
Development of new treatments for neurological disorders
Accepting students
Susanne T. Nonekowski, Ph.D.
Distinguished University Lecturer
Clinical Professor
susanne.nonekowski@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Novel teaching methods that use technology to support active learning
Steven M. Peseckis, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Director, Honors College Program
steven.peseckis@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Heterotrimeric G-protein mediated signal transduction
Area of Research
Pathophysiology of disease
Isaac T. Schiefer, Ph.D.
Professor
Director, Center for Drug Design and Development (CD3)
Associate Director, Shimadzu Laboratory for Pharmaceutical Research Excellence
isaac.schiefer@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Creating novel therapies for neurodegeneration, with an emphasis on Alzheimer's disease
Accepting students
Zahoor Shah, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Graduate Education and Research
Director, Medicinal and Biological Chemistry Program
Professor
zahoor.shah@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Developing neuroprotective agents targeting neurodegeneration
James T. Slama, Ph.D.
Director, Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences Program
Professor
james.slama@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Glycosidases, glycosyltransferases, nucleosidases, and ADP-ribosyl transferases
Accepting students (undergrad)
Area of Research
Synthesis and biological evaluation of anticancer agents
Area of Research
Immunology and structural biochemistry
Accepting students
Area of Research
T cell signaling and immunology, vaccines
department of Pharmacology and Experimental THerapeutics
Wissam AbouAlaiwi, M.Sc., Ph.D., Fellow of the American Heart Association (FAHA)
Professor
wissam.aboualaiwi@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Development of drugs and targets for polycystic kidney disease and cardiovascular disease and hypertension
Accepting students (M.S. Pharmacology/Toxicology)
F. Scott Hall, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Director, B.S.P.S. Pharmacology/Toxicology Program
frank.hall@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Psychiatric disorders, addiction
Accepting students (undergrad)
Area of Research
Development of new treatments for neurological disorders
Accepting students
Area of Research
Effects of endocrine disruptors on neuropeptide processing, trafficking in neuroendocrine cells, dopamine beta-monooxygenase trafficking
Area of Research
The role of glutamate transport in drug abuse
Accepting students
Caren Steinmiller, Ph.D.
Distinguished University Lecturer
Clinical Professor
caren.steinmiller@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Substance use disorders
Amit K. Tiwari, Ph.D., DABT
Professor
Director of International Engagement
amit.tiwari@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Drug discovery, development and delivery, drug resistance, and cancer therapeutics
Accepting students
Frederick E. Williams, Ph.D.
Professor
Department Chair
frederick.williams2@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Zebrafish models of human disease, behavioral assessments
Area of Research
Immunology and structural biochemistry
Accepting students
department of Pharmacy Practice
Sarah M. Aldrich Renner, Pharm.D., BCACP
Clinical Associate Professor
sarah.aldrich2@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Population health, primary care chronic disease state management
Gabriella Baki, Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.A.
Associate Professor
Director, B.S.P.S. Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design Program
gabriella.baki@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Topical drug delivery, sunscreen formulation and testing
Accepting students
Curtis D. Black, Ph.D.
Distinguished University Professor Emeritus
curtis.black2@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Development of innovative dosage forms and drug delivery systems to meet healthcare needs of patients
Area of Research
Physical compatibility of sodium citrate with different agents
Marilee Clemons, Pharm.D., BCACP
Clinical Associate Professor
Internal Medicine Pharmacist
marilee.clemons@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Ambulatory care, internal medicine
Accepting students
Katy Dulgar, Pharm.D.
Assistant Lecturer
Clinical Pharmacist
katelyn.dulgar@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Internal medicine, anticoagulation, transitions of care
Area of Research
Pharmacoeconomics, health outcomes, health policy, pharmacoepidemiology, drug utilization review
Monica Holiday-Goodman, Ph.D., R.Ph.
Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Diversity and Inclusion
Professor
monica.holiday-goodman@ksefoto.net
Katlyn Holt, Pharm.D.
Clinical Assistant Lecturer
Internal Medicine Pharmacist
katlyn.holt@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Advanced heart failure therapies, mechanical circulatory support devices, anticoagulation
Mitchell S. Howard, Pharm.D., M.B.A., R.Ph., BCACP
Clinical Assistant Professor
Director, Introductory Pharmacy Practice Program (IPPE)
Director, PGY1 Community-Based Residency Program
Director, Pharm.D./M.B.A. Dual-Degree Program
mitchell.howard@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Sports pharmacy, community pharmacy, IV compatibility
Megan Kaun, Pharm.D., R.Ph., BCACP
Senior Lecturer
Director, Experiential Education
megan.kaun@ksefoto.net
Aaron Lengel, Pharm.D.
Clinical Associate Professor
Coordinator/Preceptor Kroger-UT Community Residency
aaron.lengel@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Impact of NTS on the community pharmacy team
Loulwa Maktabi, Pharm.D.
Visiting Clinical Assistant Professor
loulwa.maktabi@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Behavioral health, quality improvement
Julie Murphy, Pharm.D., BCPS, FASHP, FCCP
Associate Dean for Accreditation Compliance
Associate Professor
julie.murphy@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Impact of the implementation of pharmacy services, improving patient outcomes, scholarship of teaching and learning
Jerry Nesamony, Ph.D., R.Ph.
Professor
Director, B.S.P.S. Pharmaceutics Program
Director, M.S.P.S. Industrial Pharmacy Program
jerry.nesamony@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Nonoparticulate and polymer based systems for drug delivery
Martin J. Ohlinger, Pharm.D., BCCCP, FCCM
Clinical Professor
Distinguished University Lecturer
Department Chair
martin.ohlinger@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Clinical research related to critical care pharmacotherapy
Area of Research
Pharmacy-based immunizations and ethnic minority patients
Michael J. Peeters, Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.Ed., FCCP, FNAP
Clinical Associate Professor
michael.peeters@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Pharmacy education research
Justin Reinert, Pharm.D., MBA., BCCCP
Assistant Professor
Director, Pharm.D./MBA Dual Degree Program
justin.reinert@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Clinical management of substance abuse and multi-modal analgestic strategies
Eric G. Sahloff, Pharm.D., AAHIVP
Associate Professor
Chair, PharmD Recruitment and Admissions Committee
eric.sahloff@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
HIV/AIDS
Michelle N. Schroeder, Pharm.D., R.Ph., BCACP, CDCES
Director of Assessment
Assistant Professor
michelle.mangan@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Pharmacy practice, laboratory-based teaching and assessment in the Pharm.D. curriculum
Michelle L. Seegert, Pharm.D., BCACP, BC-ADM
Associate Dean for Admissions and Enrollment Management
Clinical Associate Professor
michelle.serres@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Experiential education, medication adherence, community pharmacy workflow, diabetes education and management, pharmacy school admissions and performance, chronic disease state management and medication prescribing habits
Varun Vaidya, Ph.D.
College Advocate
Director, B.S.P.S. Pharmacy Administration Program
Director, M.S.P.S. in Health Outcomes and Socioeconomic Sciences
Professor
varun.vaidya@ksefoto.net
Area of Research
Health outcomes, Pharmacoeconomics, Real World Evidence (RWE), Large data analytics
