Welcome to the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science at the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. Our people define the future of pharmacy. Faculty in our department lead research that informs clinical practice, policy, and health care delivery — work that translates directly into better outcomes for patients and communities. We foster a collaborative environment where discovery and education intersect, giving students meaningful opportunities to engage in research with measurable impact. Whether you're a prospective student, a practicing clinician, or a fellow researcher, I invite you to explore our department and see the difference our people are making. Thank you for visiting, and I look forward to welcoming you to our community.Olufunmilola Abraham, Ph.D., Chair & Professor
U.S. Surgical Endowed Professor and Chair, Pharmacy Practice & Science
olufunmilola.abraham@uky.edu
Professor & Vice Chair for Research
trfree1@uky.edu
Professor, Director of Office of Teaching Innovation & Scholarship, and Vice-Chair, Pharmacy Practice and Science
Jeff.Cain@uky.edu
Faculty in the department actively engage students in ongoing research, providing guidance from project development to publication and presentation. This collaborative environment fosters critical thinking, scientific rigor, and professional growth.
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Robert J. Kuhn, PharmD, has been named the recipient of this year's University of Kentucky (UK) Piecoro Pioneer Award in Pediatric Pharmacy, given annually to someone who has made sustained contributions to the field and shown a passion for growing the next generation of pediatric pharmacists.
When Kentucky officials distribute opioid settlement dollars to the counties that need them most, they rely on the best available data.
The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy announced that Ziping Ye, Ph.D., has joined the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science as a tenure-track assistant professor effective June 1.
