How I found my research: Bao Chau harnesses cutting-edge tools in hopes of improving medication access
Chau said, ‘Witnessing the hardships around the world and experiencing them firsthand is my motivation to advance pharmaceutical research and improve the quality of life for as many people as possible.’
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.
Author Rosemary Gibson to address 2024 Build Back Better Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Day as keynote speaker
The VCU College of Engineering announced author Rosemary Gibson as the keynote speaker for the 2024 Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Day to be held on Friday, September 6, 2024.
Demystifying aerosols: Laleh Golshahi, Ph.D., applies mechanical engineering principles to create personalized pharmaceutical treatments for patients
Self-described “aerosol nerd,” Laleh Golshahi, Ph.D., Engineering Foundation professor of mechanical and nuclear engineering, studies the human respiratory system to improve pharmaceutical aerosol technology. She is a pioneer in the development of personalized airway models for testing delivery systems like nebulizers, inhalers and nasal sprays.
Continuous crystallization: How Mo Jiang, Ph.D., creates uniform crystals and microparticles for manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and batteries
Mo Jiang, Ph.D., chemical and life science engineering assistant professor, is researching ways to consistently produce these high-quality crystals using a continuous manufacturing slug flow reactor technique.
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.
VCU researchers developing affordable, noninvasive treatment for RDS in newborns
Worth Longest and his team received a $3 million grant to create an aerosolized surfactant - a substance that lowers liquid surface tension - and a device to deliver it
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.
