Engineering access: How Medicines for All is making lifesaving drugs affordable
From a Richmond lab bench to global impact, VCU’s Medicines for All Institute is reengineering lifesaving drugs to be more affordable and accessible, transforming the future for millions worldwide.
Pharmaceutical leaders AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly and Merck partner with VCU College of Engineering and other Virginia universities to form the Virginia Center for Advanced Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
The $12.5 billion capital investment seeks to produce 2,000-2,500 highly-trained professionals.
Pharmaceutical engineering programs at the VCU College of Engineering attract manufacturers like Eli Lilly to invest in Virginia
The Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) College of Engineering’s pioneering doctoral program in pharmaceutical engineering played a pivotal role in attracting Eli Lilly’s $5 billion manufacturing facility to Goochland County.
Vertically Integrated Projects provide VCU College of Engineering students with supportive environment for developing real-world skills
Experiential learning allows students to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting. Employers value this and 94% believe internships are valuable in identifying future employees, according to a 2021 study by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.
VCU College of Engineering hosts second annual Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Day
Sponsored by the Build Back Better Regional Challenge, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Day brought together students, researchers and industry partners interested in advancing the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
The VCU College of Engineering hosts Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Day
Sponsored by the Build Back Better Regional Challenge, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Day brought together students, researchers, and industry partners interested in advancing the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
Students gain valuable experience working with faculty and researchers with the College of Engineering’s summer REU program.
Funded by the National Science Foundation, the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program gives students the opportunity to do industry standard research in their field of interest.
James Ferri, Ph.D., elected Chair-Elect of the National Institute for Pharmaceutical Technology & Education (NIPTE) faculty
Ferri assumed the role of Chair-Elect June 1st, continuing the NIPTE’s mission to ensure the quality, safety, and accessibility of manufactured pharmaceuticals.
Albuterol shortage sparks VCU study on continuous manufacturing process
VCU Chemical and Life Science Engineering undergraduate Justin Turnage is amongst a team of students working alongside James Ferri, Ph.D., to identify a more efficient, cost-effective way to produce the common generic drug.
Medicines for All awarded $18.7 million to increase global access to lifesaving medications
After a decade of providing global cost-saving processes for medications, the Central Virginia institute looks ahead to growing engagement with partners within each disease ecosystem.