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A Message from the Chair

Welcome to the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. Our department brings together scientists, educators, and students who are passionate about discovering new medicines and understanding how drugs work in the body. 

From drug discovery and delivery to pharmacology and toxicology, our faculty are advancing research that improves patient care and shapes the future of pharmaceutical sciences. Whether you're a prospective student, a fellow researcher, or simply curious about what we do, I invite you to explore our programs and discover the innovative work happening here. Thank you for visiting, and I look forward to welcoming you to our community.

Tom Prisinzano, Ph.D., Chair & Professor

Our Leadership

Thomas Prisinzano, PhD

Professor and Chair, Pharmaceutical Sciences

prisinzano@uky.edu

Jurgen Rohr, PhD

Vice-Chair and Professor

jrohr2@uky.edu

Pharmaceutical Sciences News

  • Pharmacy faculty named among world’s top 2% most-cited researchers

    LEXINGTON, Ky. — Faculty from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy are prominently represented among the world’s top 2% most-cited researchers, according to a database compiled by Stanford University in partnership with Elsevier.

  • In Memoriam: Dr. Hsin-Hsiung Daniel Tai

    The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy is deeply saddened by the passing of Hsin-Hsiung Daniel Tai, Ph.D., a longtime faculty member whose career exemplified excellence in research, mentorship and service.

  • College of Pharmacy Celebrates Faculty Promotions

    LEXINGTON, Ky. (July 9, 2025) — The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) proudly announces the promotion of three outstanding faculty members, effective July 1, 2025.