NIMA
AKHAVEIN |
Mercer
University Southern School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology |
| GPA: |
3.9/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To test if
using microspheres made from biocompatible polymers to encapsulate
NF-kB transcription factor anti-sense oligonucleotides (ASO) will
increase the stability and biological half-life and condense the
antisense oligonucleotides so they are more efficiently phagocytosed
by cells such as macrophages which play such large role in the
production and release of pro-inflammatory cytokines. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Effect of
Microencapsulated Anti-sense Oligonucleotides on Cronic Inflammation
associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.A., Psychology,
Mercer University, May 2003 |
| Honors
Received: |
2003, American
Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists Induction, Richard Metzger
Award for Best Psychology Research, Deans’ List; 2003-2000, Atlantic
Sun All Academic Conference; 2000, Trans America Athletic All
Academic Conference |
| AFPE
Award: |
Novartis-
AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
JOHN D. BAUER |
Mercer
University Southern School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Medicinal/Pharmaceutical
Chemistry |
| GPA:
|
3.56/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To test if
modification of the aryl-acetic acid template characteristic of
non-selective COX inhibitors to one in which the carboxylic acid
moiety is replaced by a sulfonamide substituent will induce selectivity
for the COX-II isozyme. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“The Design,
Synthesis, and Evaluation of Novel m-Terpheny1-methane sulfonyls
as Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Agents.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Biochemistry,
State University of New York at Binghamton, May 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, 1st
Place SEPS Platform Presentation, Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity
Induction; 2004-2003, Patrick J. D’Souza Award; 2003-02, Pharmacy
Dean’s Award |
| AFPE
Award: |
Pfizer, Inc
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
AMY L. BRACKMAN |
University
of Georgia College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology |
| GPA:
|
3.86/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Jun-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Examining
the hypocholesterolemic actions of sorghum wax by developing animal
models to demonstrate the cholesterol lowering capabilities of
sorghum wax and to investigate its mechanism of action. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Grain Sorghum
Wax as a Natural Hypocholesterolemic Agent” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Chemistry,
Georgia College & State University, May 2003 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005, Most
Valuable Teaching Assistant; 2003, Most Valuable Chemistry Major;
Lucy Blake Carson Chemistry Scholarship; Kappa Mu Epsilon Fraternity;
2003-1999, Dean’s Honor List |
| AFPE
Award: |
Consumer
Healthcare Products Association - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship
in Pharmaceutical Science |
EVE E. BRALLEY |
University
of Georgia College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology |
| GPA:
|
3.87/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Aug-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To investigate
the anti-inflammatory and anti-carcenogenic properties of muscadine
grape in diseases of inflammation such as inflammatory bowel disease,
and colon cancer. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“The Role
of Vitis rotundifolia (Muscadine Grape) as an Anti-Inflammatory,
Anti-Carcinogenic Agent in Diseases of Inflammation. |
| Degrees
Received: |
C.C.N.
Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Clinical Nutrition Certification
Board, August 2000
B.S. Nutrition, University of Georgia, December 1998 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005, Outstanding
TA of the Year; 1998, Presidential Scholar; 1996 Phi Omicron Upsilon
Honor’s Fraternity; National Golden Key Club; |
| AFPE
Award: |
Proctor &
Gamble Fund - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
IRA S. BUCKNER |
University of Iowa College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutics |
| GPA:
|
4.0/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
A unique
compression calcrimeter has been used to determine work and heat
changes taking place within powder samples during compaction.
Collection of such data has allowed the calculation of internal
energy changes associated with the compaction process. Many methods
of thermodynamic analysis have been developed and may be applied
to characterization of compaction induced energy changes. The
focus of the current research is to investigate conollmaniary
calorimetric methods for comparison with previous results obtained
from the compression calcrimeter. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Investigations
in the Thermodynamic Changes Induced by Compaction of Pharmaceutical
Products.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Chemistry,
Illinois State University, May 1999 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, Rho Chi Pharmacy Fraternity Induction;
2004-2003, Keith Guillory Graduate Fellowship; 2002, UI Presidential
Graduate Fellowship; 2000, Abbott Laboratories Performance Excellence
Award; 1998, ACS Undergraduate Analytical Chemistry Award, Hypercube
Undergraduate Physical Chemistry Award |
| AFPE
Award: |
Pfizer Inc.
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
AMY B. CADWALLADER |
University
of Utah College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology |
| GPA:
|
3.78/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The hypothesis
that the position of functional groups on anabolic and non-anabolic
steroids dictates their binding affinity, rate of transport to
the nucleus, and transcriptional activity for both the hAR and
hGR, and that these characteristics will correlate with the differential
degree of anabolic activity observed in whole animals. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Differentiation
of the Cellular Actions of Anabolic and Non-Anabolic Steroids.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
M.S., Biology,
Virginia Commonwealth University, May 2003
B.S. Chemistry/Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Dickinson College,
May 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, Society
of Toxicology Graduate Student Travel Award, University of Utah
Graduate Research Supplement Travel Award; 2003, Willard L. Eccles
Merit Fellowship; 2001, Alumni Council Leadership Award, Dickinson
College |
| AFPE
Award: |
Josiah Kirby
Lilly, Sr. Memorial - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical
Science |
RYAN J. CASE |
University
of Illinois at Chicago College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacognosy |
| GPA:
|
4.8/5.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Jun-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The research
will focus on the documentation of plants used within Manus Province,
Papua New Guinea to treat tuberculosis, and assessment of their
potential to supplement treatment of tuberculosis through chemical
and biological analysis, and finally to improve community awareness
of herbal treatment for tuberculosis. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Scientific
Validation of Plants Used By People of Manus Province, Papua New
Guinea, to Treat Tuberculosis.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Plant
Biology, University of Delaware, January 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2003, Anne
Chatham Award, Lloyd Yale Memorial Scholarship; 2001-1997, Carvel
State Scholar, Delaware Governor’s Scholarship; 2000, Undergraduate
Research Grant; 1999, Outstanding Freshman Academics, Science
and Engineering Scholar; 1998, First Year Honors Certificate |
| AFPE
Award: |
Abbott Laboratories
Fund - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
MARCIA L. CHEW |
University
of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA:
|
3.9/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Dec-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To 1) use
the anticholinergic activity (SAA) assay to measure the muscarine
receptor binding activity of 110 most commonly prescribed geriatric
drugs, 2) to assess the stability of SAA levels across time and
whether or not the relationship between SAA and clinical assessments
(e.g. cognitive and behavioral) is stable overtime, particularly
in individuals suffering from dementia, 3) to use available clinical
data to assess which parameters affect cognition and SAA levels,
and 4) determine whether pupil dilation, papillary light reflex
or accommodation can be used as a peripheral marker in conjunction
with SAA to assess central anticholinergic activity. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Anticholinergic
Activity and Cognition in the Elderly.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Molecular
Biology, University of Pittsburgh, April 1996 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005 & 2004,
AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship; 2003, Glenn/AFAR Scholarship; 2002,
American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists Membership;
2001 & 2000, Albert Schweitzer Fellowship; 1996 & 1995, Lawler
Memorial Scholarship; 1996-92, University Scholarship; 1996-92,
Greensburg Italian Women’s Club Scholarship; 1995, Study Abroad
Scholarship, Semester at Sea Alumni Scholarship; 1994, Howard
Hughes Summer Fellowship, Beta, Beta, Beta Biological Honor Society |
| AFPE
Award: |
National
Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation - AFPE Pre-Doctoral
Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
PADMANABH CHIVUKULA |
University
of Utah College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutics |
| GPA:
|
3.87/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The use of
an oral colon specific hydrogel delivery system for the delivery
of bioactive molecules. The research encompasses the synthesis
and evaluation of IPN hydrogels composed from pH-sensitive, aromatic
azo group containing hydrogel as the first component and a hydrolyzable
network as the second component for use in the diagnosis and treatment
of colorectal cancer. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Interpenetrating
Hydrogel Networks and their Application in Colon Cancer Imaging
and Treatment.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Chemistry,
University of Utah, June 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in the Pharmaceutical Sciences |
| AFPE
Award: |
Bristol-Myers
Squibb - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
PAMELA L. CLEMENS |
University
of Minnesota College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Experimental
& Clinical Pharmacology |
| GPA:
|
4.00/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Jun-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The purpose
of this study is to characterize the rate and extent of absorption
of rectally administered oxcarbazepine compared with oral administration.
Tolerability of receiving oxcarbazepine via each route and side
effects occurring after each administration will also be compared |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Bioavailability
and Metabolism of Rectally Administered Oxcarbazepine Suspension.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S. Biology,
University of Wisconsin – La Crosse, May 2001
B.S. Psychology, University of Wisconsin – La Crosse, May 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005, Rho
Chi Society Induction; 2001, Strzelczyk Award in Science and Allied
Health; Outstanding Senior of the Year – UWL Biology Department,
Who’s Who Among Students at American Universities and Colleges,
National Dean’s List ; 2001-1998, Oliver A. Stoffer Scholarship,
2000, NSF Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship, DeLaval Inc.
Scholarship:2000-1997, UW LaCrosse Dean’s List; 1999, UWL Scholarship |
| AFPE
AWARD: |
Accreditation
Council for Pharmacy Education - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship
in Pharmaceutical Science |
ROSS CORRIDEN |
University
of California San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology |
| GPA:
|
3.76/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
July, 2007 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The role
of P1 edenosine and P2 ATP receptors located in cell membranes
in the function of human neutrophils. Insight into the functions
of these receptors may lead to development of novel treatments
to help prevent reperfusion-induced shock. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“The Role
of Nucleotide Release and the Activation of P1/P2 Receptors in
the Modulation of Human Neutrophil Function.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Biochemistry
and Molecular Biology, University of California, Santa Cruz, July
2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005, ASPET
Best Graduate Student Abstract Award, Clinical Pharmacology Division;
2001, Kenneth and Ann Thimann Scholarship, Honors in Major/College
Honors; 2000, ASPET Summer Research Fellowship; 1999, Chancellor’s
Undergraduate Intern; 1997, Jo Emmett and Illa Jennings Memorial
Scholarship |
| AFPE
Award: |
Pfizer, Inc
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
KELLY L. DAMM |
University
of Michigan College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Medicinal/Pharmaceutical
Chemistry |
| GPA:
|
7.89/9.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Sep-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To generate
multiple protein structure (MPS) pharmacophore models based on
experimentally determined structures of HIV-1 protease (HIV-1p).
Resistance to current HIV-1p therapies has developed and broad
spectrum inhibitors are needed that do not have the resistance
liabilities of existing treatments. The use of MPS allows the
sampling of a range of conformational space and the replication
the inherent flexibility of a protein. By incorporating protein
dynamics in our models, we expect to more accurately predict novel
inhibitors of HIV-1p from chemical database screens. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Incorporating
Protein Flexibility into Structure-Based Drug Design Using Experimentally
Determined Multiple Protein Structures of HIV-1 Protease.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
M.S.E., Biomedical
Engineering, University of Michigan, April, 2002
B.S.E , Material Science Engineering, University of Michigan,
April, 2002 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, Harold
and Vivian Shapiro Award; Pharmaceutical Sciences Training Program;
2002-1997 Adolf Wurst Engineering Scholarship |
| AFPE
Award: |
Novartis
Pharmaceuticals - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical
Science |
KERRY M. EMPEY |
University
of Kentucky College of Pharmacy |
| Major:
|
Pharmacokinetics/Metabolism |
| GPA:
|
3.91/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To test the
hypothesis that neonatal mice treated with localized GM-CSF will
be able to clear Pneumocystis infection faster secondary to a
stimulation in the number and function of alveolar macrophages
in order to ascertain the role of clinically relevant, pharmacologic
agents (such as GM-CSF) in expediting the clearance of neonatal
pulmonary infections. Alveolar macrophages appear to play a crucial
role in the clearance of Pneumocystis in mice and neonatal alveolar
macrophages appear to not become activated in response to Pneumocystis
in contrast to adults. The current research focuses on using aerolsolized
GM-CSF to expedite the clearance of Pneumocystis in neonatal mice. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Response
of Neonatal Alveolar Macrophages to Immunostimulation and Clearance
of Pneumocystis Infection.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
Pharm.D,
University of Rhode Island, May 1999 with High Distinction |
| Honors
Received: |
1999, Merck
Scholastic Achievement Award; 1999-1994, Dean’s List, University
of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy, Golden Key National Honor
Society |
| AFPE
Award: |
Donald &
Frances Brodie – AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical
Science |
PHILIP E. EMPEY |
University
of Kentucky College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA:
|
3.97/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Apr-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To identify
potential candidate drug transport proteins that may be involved
in drug accumulation in milk and to investigate the molecular
mechanisms of transporter gene regulation in mammary epithelium. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Xenobiotic
Transporter Gene Expression in Lactating Mammary Epitheilum.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
Pharm.D.,
University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy, May 1998 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004-2002,
AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, NIH Reproductive Sciences Training
Grant; 2001, BCPS Certification; 2001-2000, Extra Mile Award,
UK Pharmacy Residency Programs; 1998, Merck Undergraduate Research
Scholar; 1998-92 Dean’s List; 1995, Phi Lambda Sigma, Rho Chi;
1993, Rho Chi High Scholastic Achievement Award |
| AFPE
Award: |
Proctor &
Gamble - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
JULIE A. GAASCH |
Texas
Tech University Health Science Center School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA:
|
3.82/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Aug-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To identify
potential preventative or therapeutic measures in response to
subarachnoid hemorrhage by testing the hypothesis that iron released
from hemoglobin upon red cell lysis in the subarachnoid space
after subarachnoid hemorrhage plays a role in mitochondrial dysfunction
and cell death due to its action on calcium channels leading to
excitotoxicity, apoptosis, or even necrosis. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“The Role
of Iron in Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Neuronal Cell Death in
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Chemistry
& Biology, West Texas A&M University, May 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, Founding President of Graduate Student
Association of Amarillo, 2001-99, President of WAMU Pre-Medicine
Club; 2000, Beta Beta Beta Honor Society Academic Scholarship;
1999, Induction into Mortar Baord Honor Society; 1996, Amarillo
Area Foundation Academic Scholarship |
| AFPE
Award: |
National
Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation - AFPE Pre-Doctoral
Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
GIULIA GHIBELLINI |
University
of North Carolina School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA: |
N/A |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Establishing
in-vitro and in-vivo correlations of biliary clearance of drugs
in humans. Values of biliary clearance obtained in healthy volunteers
will be compared to data generated in the sandwich-clutured human
hepatocytes and other in-vitro models. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Development
of In-Vitro and In-Vivo Models To Predict Hepatobiliary Clearance
In Humans.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
M.S., Pharmaceutical
Sciences, Universita’ degli Studi di Bologna, Italy, February
1998 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship; 1998, Leonardo Da Vinci Grant |
| AFPE
Award: |
Serono -
AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
SANDRA L. GOSS |
University
of Connecticut School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA:
|
3.9.0/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Jun-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The amount
of calcium absorbed by the intestines from supplements may be
limited by the precipitation of calcium carbonate due to the precipitation
of bicarbonate. The potential of this physicochemical mechanism
will be evaluated by in vitro and in vivo methods. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“The Role
of Gastric pH and Bicarbonate Secretion in Intestinal Absorption
of Calcium from Supplements.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Pharmaceutical
Science, University of Mississippi, May, 1997 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, PhRMA
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship; 2002 & 2003, AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship;
2003, USP Pre-Doctoral Fellowship; 1999, SmithKline Beecham Silver
Award; 1997,Rho Chi Certificate of Recognition; 1997, Phi Delta
Chi Academic Excellence Award; 1996, Pfizer Summer Fellowship
|
| AFPE
Award: |
Pfizer, Inc
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
RACHEL L. GRAVES |
University
of the Sciences in Philadelphia, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy |
| Major: |
Pharmaceutics |
| GPA: |
4.0/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The focus
of my research is to use biodegradable poly(lactide-co-glycolide)
blended with polyethylene glycol as scaffolds for bone regeneration
applications. Different formulations will be investigated to determine
the effects of fabrication method on thermal, mechanical, and
degradation properties of the scaffolds. The scaffolds will also
be investigated for immunogenicity, cell attachment, and cell
differentiation in vitro and in vivo. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Biodegradable-PEG
Eluting Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Chemical
Engineering, Bucknell University, May 2002 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, Rho
Chi; 2002-1998, Dean’s List, Bucknell University; 1998,Alpha Lambda
Delta Honors Society |
| AFPE
Award: |
Wyeth - AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
XINYI GU |
University
of Michigan College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA:
|
8.2/9.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Sep-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To enhance
the targeting specificity of chemotherapeutic agents using a two
component system composed of 1) polymeric stealth nanoparticle
encapsulating the drug and 2) targeting antibody chemically linked
to poly(ethylene) glycol) (PEG) strands protruding from the surface
of the nanoparticles. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Enhanced
Targeting of Chemotherapeutic Agents for the Treatment of Cancer.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Biochemistry,
University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign, May 2002 |
| AFPE
Award: |
Johnson &
Johnson Pharmaceutical Research & Development - AFPE Pre-Doctoral
Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
JASON M. HELD |
University
of California at San Francisco School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA:
|
3.84/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Nov-05 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To determine
the nature of dauer-specific DAF-12 PTMs, to identify DAF-12 interacting
proteins including co-repressors, co-activators, and hetero-dimerization
partners, and to identify the endogenous DAF-12 ligand. DAF-12
as a nuclear receptor that is a major determinant of the complex
phenotypes of dauer formation, adult stress resistance, and lifespan
in the nematode C. elegans based on genetic studies. DAF-12 integrates
a series of environmental conditions and signaling pathways to
alter the worm life history. Mass spectrometric methods will be
used to investigate the dauer-specific alterations in DAF-12 to
gain insight into how nuclear receptors are able to modulate such
a complex phenotype. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“DAF-12’s
Role in the Molecular Mechanism of C. Elegans Dauer Regulations.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S. Biology,
Duke University, May 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, AAPS
membership, American Society of Mass Spectrometry, San Francisco
Bay Mass Spectrometry Group; 2001, Achievement Rewards for College
Scientists Foundation Scholar; 2000, Howard Hughes Undergraduate
Neuroscience Fellow; 1999, Undergraduate Research Grant Recipient
from Duke University; 1997, American Chemical Society Award for
Excellence in Chemistry |
| AFPE
Award: |
American
Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists - AFPE Fellowship in
Pharmaceutical Science |
ELIZABETH J. HOHNADEL |
University
of Georgia College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology |
| GPA:
|
3.64/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To determine
the safest and most effective neuroleptic for young papient populations.
Current neuroleptic treatment of psychiatric disorders (e.g. autism,
schizophrenia) in children and adolescents may have adverse effects
on cognitive and physiological development. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Evaluation
of Atypical Versus Typical Antipsychotic Strategies in a Neurodevelopmental
Rat Model of Schizophrenia.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
M.S., Biology,
Georgia College & State University, August 2002
M. Ed., Outdoor Education, Georgia College & State University,
May 1998
B.S., Biology, Presbyterian College, May 1992 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004 AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, Society for Neuroscience Membership |
| AFPE
Award: |
AFPE 21st
Century Club Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science
|
BRYAN H. HUYNH |
University
of Kansas School of Pharmacy |
| Major:
|
Medicinal/Pharmaceutical
Chemistry |
| GPA:
|
3.71/4.00 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The development
of a miniaturized analysis system coupled to on-line microdialysis
sampling. The intended micro total analysis (uTAS) will incorporate
the following on a single planar device: 1) sample delivery, 2)
derivatization, 3) injection, 4) separation, and 5) detection.
Such a system can be used for high temporal monitoring applications,
i.e. bioreactors of pharmaceutical products. |
| Graduation
Date: |
Feb-06 |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Development
of a Microchip Capillary Electrophoresis System with On-line Microdialysis
Sampling for High-Temporal Monitoring Applications.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
M.S., Pharmaceutical
Chemistry, University of Kansas; January 2003
B.S., Chemistry, Truman State University, December 1999 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005, KU
Pharmacy School Graduate Honors Speaker; 2005-2002, NIH Biotechnology
Training Grant; 2004, AAPS Graduate Student Award, APQ section,
Pfizer Summer Internship Poster Award; 1999, Dr. Victor Kaylarian
Undergraduate Research Award, Dr. Dale Fox Undergraduate Research
Scholarship |
| AFPE
AWARD: |
Josiah Kirby
Lilly Sr Memorial - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical
Science |
CORY S. KENDING |
University
of Minnesota College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Medicinal/Pharmaceutical
Chemistry |
| GPA:
|
3.76/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Sep-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To optimize
a 5.5.5 spirobicyclic type II b-turn mimic, which have dopamine
receptor modulating activity, by placing sidechains upon the scaffold.
The hypothesis is the hydrophobic sidechains will increase the
compound’s potency by interacting with the same hydrophobic pocket
as the native peptide. The substitutions in this series are designed
to mimic the critical sidechain interactions between PLG and its
receptor. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Synthesis
of b-substituted 5.5.5 Spiro Bicyclic Type II b-turn Mimic Analogues” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.A., Biochemistry,
Knox College, June 1998 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship; 1998, Knox College Biochemistry Award,
Mortar Board; 1998-94, Dean’s List, Howard Johnson Scholar |
| AFPE
Award: |
USP-AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
BRIAN R. KEPPLER |
University
of North Carolina School of Pharmacy |
| Major: |
Medicinal/Pharmaceutical
Chemistry |
| GPA:
|
N/A |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Performing
cancer-based research involving enzyme telomerase, which is the
ribonucleicprotein complex that extends telomeric DNA. Investigating
small molecule interactions with the RNA subunit of telomerase.
The research hypothesis is that appropriately designed human telomerase
RNA-binding ligands will affect telomerase assemblage and perturb
enzymatic activity. The goal of the research project is to provide
a novel approach to control cellular immortality and provide a
new anticancer drug modality. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
"Targeting
Human Telomerase Holoenzyme Assemblage” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Chemistry,
Emory University, May 2000 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, Impact
Award, Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honor Society; 2003, Rho Chi; 1997,
Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society |
| AFPE
Award: |
USP-AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
HILLIARD KUTSCHER |
Rutgers
University Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy |
| Major:
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA:
|
3.8/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Dec-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To gain molecular
insights into transporter-based AIDS drug level interactions and
develop a predictive absorption-disposition mathematical model
by measuring HIV drug levels in blood and tissue using in-situ
rat intestinal perfusion and in-vivo methods. The data obtained
will be used to improve a previously developed first generation
mathematical model. Published human pharmacokinetic studies related
to HIV drugs will also be examined, exploring correlations between
the preclinical data. The main focus of the projects is drug interactions
between two therapeutic agents and multiple drug transporters
in the blood and possibly the brain. A model based on more than
two agents may be looked at if promising results are published
in the HIV clinical literature. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Molecular
and Mathematical Insights into Transporter-based AIDS Drug Level
Boosting.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Chemical
Engineering, Clarkson University, May 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005, AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, Rho Chi; 2001-1997, Clarkson University’s
Presidential Scholarship; Clarkson University’s Dean List; 1999-1997,
Clarkson University Presidential Scholar |
| AFPE
Award: |
Josiah Kirby
Lilly, Sr. Memorial - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical
Science |
P. THERESE LANG |
University
of California San Francisco School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Medicinal/Pharmaceutical
Chemistry |
| GPA:
|
3.82/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Jun-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To optimize
the DOCK suite of programs for RNA targets and develop a new scheme
for docking small molecules to RNA. These techniques will be applied
to designing a novel inhibitor for the HIV1 target, TAR RNA. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Development
and Optimization of Theoretical Techniques for Screening Libraries
Against RNA Targets.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.A., Chemistry/Biochemistry,
La Salle University, May 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005-2004
AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, 2004-2002, Burroughs Wellcome Fellowship;
2002- 2001, Burroughs Wellcome Traineeship; 2001, Graduate Dean
Fellow in Health Science, NSF Fellowship--Honorary Mention, La
Salle Chemistry Best of Class; Magna Cum Laude |
| AFPE
Award: |
GlaxoSmithKline
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
YVONNE Y. LAU |
University
of California San Francisco School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacokinetics/Metabolism |
| GPA:
|
3.93/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Jun-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Focus is
on hepatic transporters and how they may control the access of
drug molecules to metabolizing enzymes: changes in transporter
function can change hepatic metabolism without apparent affecting
enzyme activity. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Examining
the Regulation of Hepatic Drug Disposition, Metabolism by Organic
Anion Transporting Polypeptide (OATP-C) and P-glycoprotein (P-gp)
and Multi-Drug Associated Protein (MRP2)” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S. Biomedical
Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, May 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005, International
Society for the Study of Xenobiotics, 2004-2003, AFPE Pre-Doctoral
Fellow; 2002, American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists;
2001, Tau Beta Pi, National Engineering Honor Society; 2000, Provost’s
Undergraduate Research Awards, 2000-1997, Dean’s List, 1999, Alpha
Eta Mu Beta, National Biomedical, Engineering Honor Society |
| AFPE
Award: |
Novo-Nordisk
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
HEATHER M. LEITNER |
University
of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology |
| GPA:
|
3.79/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Dec-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Developing
a fuller understanding of the mechanistic basis for the initiation
and progression of severe toxicity related to highly active antiretroviral
therapy (HAART), with a special emphasis on nucleotide reverse
transcriptase inhibitors. The goal is understanding how the mechanisms
for development of toxicity to HAART agents relates to relevant
genetic polymorphisms within the human population |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Mitochondrial
Toxicity and Highly Active Antiretrovial Therapy (HAART).” |
| Degrees
Received: |
M.S., Environmental
Science and Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, August, 2002
B.S., EMS and Biology, Creighton University, August, 2000 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, Society
of Toxicology; 1999-1995, Reinert Scholarship; 1998-1996, Westminster
Fire and Rescue Scholarship; 1995, ASA Education Scholarship,
Westminster Elks Outstanding Student Award, Dean Honor List |
| AFPE
Award: |
IVAX Pharmaceuticals
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
THONG C. MA |
The
Ohio State University College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology |
| GPA:
|
3.84/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Jun-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
The neurotoxicity
of free 3-nitrotyrosine (free-3NT) and its role in Parkinson’s
disease (PD) pathogenesis. Free-3NT is produced endogenously by
oxidative chemistries, is elevated in Parkinson’s Disease, and
causes PD-like neuron loss when injected into mouse brains. Determining
the molecular mechanisms of this toxicity will increase understanding
of the disease and possibly identify therapeutic targets |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“The Molecular
Mechanisms of Free 3-nitrotyrosine Neurotoxicity.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Pharmacy,
Ohio State University, December 2001, Summa Cum Laude |
| Honors
Received: |
2002, Marvin
& Geraldine Faegles Memorial Award |
| AFPE
Award: |
Sankyo Pharma
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
JOANNA L. MICHEL |
University
of Illinois at Chicago College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacognosy |
| GPA:
|
4.87/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
A multi-disciplinary
study of the biological activity of medicinal plants used by the
Q’eqchi Maya of Quatamala for women’s health, with a particular
focus on menopause. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“ Q’eqchi
Mayan Medicine for Women’s Health” |
| Degrees
Received: |
Certification,
Ecological Horticulture, University of California- Santa Cruz,
October 1998
B.A., Spanish & Premedical Sciences, Tulane University, June 1994 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship; 2003, US Fulbright Scholarship, Myron
Goldsmith Scholarship UIC, Charles Bondy Memorial Scholarship;
2002, AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship; 1994, Premio Clavileno Excellence
in Latin American Literature Studies; 1994-1990, Tulane University
Academic Achievement and Need-based Tuition Scholarship |
| AFPE
Award: |
National
Association of Boards of Pharmacy - Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical
Science |
MATTIA M. MIGLIORE |
Northeastern
University Bouve College of Health Sciences School of Pharmacy |
| Major: |
Pharmacology/Toxicology
|
| GPA: |
3.664 |
| Graduation
Date: |
Jun-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Designing
an improved drug delivery system to facilitate the transport of
a brain impermeable protein, Glial Derived Neurotrophic Factor
(GDNF), across the blood brain barrier. GDNF, once across the
blood brain barrier, has been shown to protect dopamine cells
from being destroyed. Dopamine neurons are destroyed in Parkinson’s
disease, and GDNF has the potential to become a valuable treatment
for Parkinson’s disease. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Improving
Brain Penetration of GDNF Utilizing Novel Drug Delivery Systems:
An Alternative Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease” |
| Degrees
Received: |
M.S., Pharmacology,
Northeastern University, December 2002
B.S., Pharmacy, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, May 1997 |
| Honors
Received: |
1996, Rho
Chi National Honor Society, Pharmacy Student of the year @ Boston
Regional Medical Center |
| AFPE
Award: |
Josiah Kirby
Lilly, Sr. Memorial - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical
Science |
DAVE A. MILLER |
University
of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy |
| Major: |
Pharmaceutics |
| GPA: |
4.0/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Improving
the wetting and dissolution of Biopharmaceutical Classification
System Class (BSC) II drugs using a novel delivery system produced
via fine particle engineering technologies and hot-melt extrusion. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Investigation
of Physiochemical Properties of Solid Dispersions of Fine Drug
Particles in a Stabilizing Polymeric Carrier for Use in Drug Delivery
Applications.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S. Chemical
Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, December 2002 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, Rho
Chi Pharmacy Honor Society; 2002-2001, Chemical Engineering Departmental
Scholarship, Honors Day Collegiate Scholar Award; 2000, National
Society of Collegiate Scholars |
| AFPE
Award: |
AstraZeneca
- AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
KIRK A. OVERHOFF |
University
of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutics |
| GPA:
|
3.93/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
To increase
the wetting and dissolution rate of poorly water-soluble drugs
using novel particle engineering processes that can ultimately
lead to increased bioavaibility of the drug. |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Improvement
of Active Bioavailability Using Ultra-Rapid Freezing.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
B.S., Chemical
Engineer, University of Texas at Austin, December 2001 |
| Honors
Received: |
2004, AFPE
Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society |
| AFPE
Award: |
Johnson &
Johnson Pharmaceutical Research & Development - AFPE Pre-Doctoral
Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
MARK E. PATTERSON |
University
of North Carolina School of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmaceutical
Sciences |
| GPA:
|
3.82/4.00 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-06 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Examining
whether copayment increases for ACE inhibitors, beta blockers,
and diuretics result in decreased medication adherence and increased
hospitalizations in commercially insured heart failure patients.
|
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Effect of
Copayments on Medication Persistence in a Commercially Insured
Population with Heart Failure.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
A.B., Neuroscience,
Bowdoin College, May 1997
M.P.H., Chronic Disease Epidemiology,Yale University School of
Public Health, May 2002 |
| Honors
Received: |
2003– 2002,
UNC Scholars for Tommorrow Fellow; 2001, GAO Exceptional Summer
Student Award; 1997, magna cum laude, Bowdoin College, Neuroscience
Departmental Honors, Bowdoin; 1996, NIH Exceptional Summer Student
Award |
| AFPE
Award: |
American
Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists - AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship
in Pharmaceutical Science |
BRIANNA L. PETERSON |
University
of Georgia College of Pharmacy |
| Major
|
Pharmacology/Toxicology
|
| GPA:
|
4.0/4.0 |
| Graduation
Date: |
May-07 |
| Focus
of Research: |
Determine
the role calcium-independent phospholipase A2 plays in neuronal
cell death induced by drugs of abuse. . |
| Title
of Dissertation: |
“Calcium-Independent
Phospholipase A2 Mediates Neuronal Cell Death During Oxidative
Stress Induced by Drugs of Abuse.” |
| Degrees
Received: |
M.S., Forensic
Science, University of Illinois at Chicago, August 1999
B.S., Chemistry, University of Wisconsin- La Crosse, May 1997 |
| Honors
Received: |
2005,Society
of Toxicology In Vitro Section Award; 2003, University of Georgia
University Wide Graduate Fellowship Scholarship; 1997, Allen Chemistry
Graduate Incentive; 1996,Golden Key National Honor Society |
| AFPE
Award: |
Janssen -
AFPE Pre-Doctoral Fellowship in Pharmaceutical Science |
CECILIA M. PLAZA |
University
of Arizona School of Pharmacy |
| Major: |
Social &
Administrative Science |
| GPA: |
3.92/4.0 |
| Graduation
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