ASHLEY B. BARBO University of Louisiana at Monroe College of Health Sciences
Faculty Sponsor:	Khalid El Sayed, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Assistant Professor, Medicinal, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	3.55/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2007
Focus of Research:	The objective of this research is to discover prototype anti-angiogenic sipholane leads with improved potency compared to bevacizumah, the first anti-angiogenic drug approved by the FDA.
Title of Research:	“Optimization of Anti-Angiogenic Sipholanes using Biocatalytic and Chemical Methods”
Degrees Received:	N/A
Honors Received:	2005, 2nd place, 5th Annual Student Research Symposium; 2004, Whitehead Foundation Scholarship; 2003, Association of Students of Pharmacy; 2000-02, ULM Spirit Group Scholarship; 2000, ULM 4-year academic scholarship; 2000, Ouachita Parish High School Valedictorian
AFPE Award:	Pfizer - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
ALINA F. CHAHAL Washington State University Colege of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Kathryn E. Meier, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Professor, Pharmacology/Toxicology
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	3.75/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2007
Focus of Research:	This project examines regulation of an enzyme involved in production of lysophosphatidic acid (LPA). LPA increases growth of ovarian cancer cells, and is elevated in ovarian cancer patients. The goal of the project is to determine whether autotaxin activity is stimulated by epidermal growth factor (EGF) in human ovarian cancer cells. If not, other growth factor regulated phospholipases must be involved in growth factor-mediated LPA production.
Title of Research:	“Lysophosphatidic Acid Production by Ovarian Cancer Cells.”
Degrees Received:	B.S., Biology & Zoology, University of Washington, August 2002
Honors Received:	2005, Secretary, Rho Chi Pharmacy Fraternity; 2004, Galpin Memorial Scholarship; 2003-05, President's Honor Role; 2003, Professional Pharmacy Students Organization; 2000-02, Dean's List.
AFPE Award:	Wyeth - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
MEGHAN V. DAVLIN Ohio Northern University School of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	David F. Kisor, B.S.,Pharm.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	4.0/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2009
Focus of Research:	To determine the influence of the inhibition of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA, Ecstasy) metabolism via inhibition of cytochrome P450 on the formation of the metabolite 3,4-methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA). The research will evaluate the influence of MDMA as the causative agent in generating the hyperthermic response seen after administration of MDMA. The inhibition of the formation of MDA will allow the hyperthermic response to be evaluated in the presence of MDMA alone.
Title of Research:	“Inhibition of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) Metabolism: Impact on Drug-Induced Hyperthermia in the rodent model.”
Degrees Received:	N/A
Honors Received:	2005, Kappa Epsilon Pharmacy Fraternity; 2005, Mortar Board Induction; 2004, Ohio Northern DeBow Freed Leadership Award; 2004, Greek New Member Scholar of the Year; 2003, Presidential Freedom Scholarship, 2003, Franklin B. Walters All-Scholastic Award; 2003, American Legion SAMSUNG National Scholar; 2003, Tylenol Scholarship; 2003, Ohio Northern Presidential Merit Scholarship; 2003 National Merit Commended Scholar
AFPE Award:	United States Pharmacopeia - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
MICHAEL A. DeCOSKE Duquesne University Mylan School of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Aleem Gangjee, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Department Chair, Medicinal & Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	3.85/4.0
Expected Graduation:	June 2007
Focus of Research:	To design and evaluate compounds for us as antiangiogenic agents that could simultaneously inhibit more than one Receptor Tyrosine Kinase (RTK) in order to reduce resistance and provide possible synergistic effects in treating tumors.
Title of Research:	“Synthesis of 2,4,6-trisubstituted Pyrrolo(2,3-d) Pyrimidines as Antiangionic Agents”
Degrees Received:	N/A
Honors Received:	2005, Rho Chi Pharmacy Fraternity; 2005-2001, Dean's List; 2005-2001, NECA Insurance Trust Scholarship; 2004, Duquesne University College Bowl Finalist, 2001, Provost & Founders Merit Scholarship;
AFPE Award:	American Society of Hospital Pharmacists - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
MICHAEL J. HANLEY University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Keykavous Parang, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Assistant Professor, Pharmacology/Toxicology
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	4.0/.4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2007
Focus of Research:	The focus of this research is to synthesize three fatty acyl derivatives of Lamivudine (3TC) and Carbovir (CBV), in order to evaluate their microbicidal properties, to determine their resistance profiles, to establish structure-activity relationships, and to compare them with selected nucleoside derivatives.
Title of Research:	“Novel Bifunctional Anti-HIV-1 agents as Microbicides with and without Contraceptive Activity”
Degrees Received:	N/A
Honors Received:	2005, Rho Chi Pharmacy Fraternity; 2005-01, Dean's List; 2004, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society; 2004, Golden Key Honor Society; 2003, National Society of Collegiate Scholars; 2002, Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society.
AFPE Award:	ASHP Foundation - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
DANIEL L. HERTZ Rutgers University Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Patrick J. Sinko, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Professor and Department Chair, Pharmaceutics
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	3.92/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2008
Focus of Research:	The focus of this research project is to find new ways to overcome the drug resistance mechanisms involved with cancer therapy. We will use active and passive targeting strategies to deliver potent chemotherapeutic agents targeted specifically to cancer cells, in order to spare healthy cells.
Title of Research:	“Drug Transporters in Cancer: Novel Approaches and Delivery Systems to Overcome Drug Resistance Mechanisms.”
Degrees Received:	N/A
Honors Received:	2004, Eric D. Seifert Scholarship; 2004, IGERT-ISURF Summer Fellowship; E. M. School of Pharmacy Honors Program; 2002, Joseph E. Rood Memorial Award.
AFPE Award:	Novartis -AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
MICHAEL J. LOW University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Timothy S. Tracy, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Department Chair, Pharmacology/Toxicology
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	3.95/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2008
Focus of Research:	Cytochrome P450 2D6 exhibits genetic polymorphisms that affect the rate at which a drug is metabolized. It is unknown whether this affects the propensity to exhibit drug-drug interactions. This project will examine whether the *10 and *17 alleles are more or less susceptible to drug interactions than the wild type enzyme using a variety of substrates and inhibitors.
Title of Research:	“Pharmacogenetics of Cytochrome P450 2D6 Drug-Drug Interactions.”
Degrees Received:	B.A., Biology, Concordia College, May 2004
Honors Received:	2005, Rho Chi Award; 2004, Pharmacy Dean's List; 2004, Magna Cum Laude; 2004-00, Dean's List; 2003, Omicron Delta Kappa; 2003, REU Research Scholarship; 2002, Council for Undergraduate Research Grant; 2001, Centennial Research Scholar.
AFPE Award:	AstraZeneca - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
LEANDRA R. MIKO University of North Carolina School of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	M. J. Cho, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Associate Professor, Pharmaceutics
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	4.0/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2008
Focus of Research:	To custom- develop a nucleic acid aptamer drug carrier system using Systemic Evolution of Ligands by Exponential enrichment, a.k.a. SELEX. This carrier will allow drug targeting and controlled release of the molecule being delivered. Allosteric regulation of drug release will closely mimic the control mechanisms of naturally occurring physiological feedback loops, creating stable serum levels and decreasing the chance of adverse events.
Title of Research:	“Development of an Allosterically Regulated Nucleic Acid Drug Carrier.”
Degrees Received:	B.S., Biochemistry, Colorado State University, May 2003
Honors Received:	2003, Honors Program Participant; 2003, Distinguished Scholar Award; 2001, Dean's List; 2000, National Society of Collegiate Scholars Award; 2000, Colorado Scholars Award.
AFPE Award:	Abbott Laboratories Fund - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
JARIAT O. OYETUNJI University of Kansas School of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Gunda I. Georg, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	University Distinguished Professor, Medicinal & Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	4.0/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2007
Focus of Research:	To design and synthesize TaxolŽ analogs that retain their pharmacological activity against cancer cell lines, evade the p-glycoprotein (p-gp) efflux system, and are actively transported in the brain through other channels. These analogs will be biologically evaluated for cytotoxicity in cell lines as well as affinity for p-glycoprotein.
Title of Research:	“Taxol Analogs to Evade P-Glycoprotein Interactions.”
Degrees Received:	B.A., Biochemistry, University of Mississippi, August 2004
Honors Received:	2005, Rho Chi Pharmacy Fraternity; 2005 Phi Lambda Sigma Pharmacy Fraternity; 2004, Kappa Epsilon; 2004 & 2005, Nontraditional Student Leadership Award; 2004, Pfizer Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship; 2003, Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges; 2003, All-American Scholar; 2003, Research Experience for Undergraduate Participant; 2002, Summer Research Institute for Undergraduate Top Scholar.
AFPE Award:	AAPS - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
ERIN L. PALMER Idaho State University College of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Leslie L. Devaud, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Associate Professor, Pharmacology/Toxicology
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	3.89/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2008
Focus of Research:	To aid in the development of pharmacological approaches for effective treatment of alcohol withdrawal induced seizures by evaluating the hypothesis that ethanol withdrawn males and females display a differential response to the actions of the gonadal steroids, 17?-estradiol and testosterone, against seizure risk and startle behaviors which are both important behavioral expressions of withdrawal.
Title of Research:	“Dose-Dependent Attenuation of Seizure Risk and Startle Behaviors in Ethanol Withdrawn Rats when Treated with 17?-Estradiol and Testosterone Gonadal Steroids.”
Degrees Received:	B.S., Psychology, Pennsylvania State University, August 1999
Honors Received:	1997, PSI CHI National Honor Society (Psychology)
AFPE Award:	IMS Health - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
CLINTON J. SMITH Idaho State University College of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	James Bigelow, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Associate Professor, Pharmacology/Toxicology
Major:	Pharmacy
GPA:	3.29/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2008
Focus of Research:	To investigate the use of microbially derived small molecules to inhibit angiogenesis by setting up and validating various MAP-2 assays, performing screens, and performing bioassay directed natural product isolation.
Title of Research:	“Angiogenesis Inhibition: Targeting the MAP-2 Enzyme.”
Degrees Received:	B.S., Health Science, Boise State University, Aug 2004
Honors Received:	2005, Phi Delta Chi; 2004-01, Dean's List with Honors or Highest Honors
AFPE Award:	GlaxoSmithKline - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
JILLIAN M. STEWART University of Florida College of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Michael J. Katovich, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Professor, Pharmacodynamics
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	3.89/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2008
Focus of Research:	To evaluate if various estrogenic agents can reduce the synthesis of Ang 1-7 and/or its actions through the Mas receptor to have negative effects on the cardiovascular system.
Title of Research:	“Role of Estrogenic Compounds on the Transcription of Components of the Renin-Angiotensin System that Regulate the Production and Action of Angiotensin 1-7.”
Degrees Received:	B.S. Cum Laude, Animal Science, University of Florida, May 2004
Honors Received:	2005, Medical Sciences Research Program Fellowship; 2004, Who's Who of America's College Students; 2004, College of Pharmacy Dean's List; 2002, Santa Gertrudis Foundation Academic Scholarship; 2002, USPC Sunshine Region Horseback Riding Scholarship; 2001, Golden Key National Honor Society; 2000, Stuart-Jensen Elks Lodge Academic Scholarship; 2000, Martin County Rotary Club Academic Scholarship; 2000-04, Florida Bright Futures Academic Scholarship.
AFPE Award:	AAPS - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
JASMINE A. TALAMEH University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Robert Gibbs, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Professor, Pharmaceutics/Pharmacy
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	4.0/4.0
Expected Graduation:	April 2008
Focus of Research:	To evaluate the effects of aromatase inhibitors on: brain aromatase activity, cognitive performance, and basal forebrain cholinergic function. Use of aromatase inhibitors is becoming increasingly prevalent in the treatment of breast cancer and aromatase is also expressed in the brain. Studies suggest that local conversion of testosterone to estradiol in the brain can play an important role in neuroprotection, synaptic plasticity, and cognitive function (due, at least in part, to effects on basal forebrain cholinergic neurons).
Title of Research:	“Effects of Systemic Administration of Aromatase Inhibitors on Aromatase Activity in Rat Brain, and on Basal Forebrain Cholinergic Neurons and Cognitive Performance.”
Degrees Received:	N/A
Honors Received:	2004, Lambda Kappa Sigma Pharmacy Fraternity; 2004, Frank Miller Memorial Scholarship; 2004, Dean's List; 2004, Selected to Order of Omega Greek Honor Fraternity; 2004, Selected for GEAR UP Summer Internship Program; 2004, Selected for Pharmacy Student Research Conference; 2003, Dean's List; 2002, Valedictorian; 2002, Perryman Freshman Writing Award; Phi Beta Kappa Award; 2002, Scholar Athlete Award.
AFPE Award:	Ortho-McNeil - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
KATY E. TRINKLEY Purdue University School of Pharmacy and Pharmacal Sciences
Faculty Sponsor:	James E. Tisdale, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Professor, Pharmacy Practice
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	4.0/4.0
Expected Graduation:	May 2008
Focus of Research:	This research focuses on atrial fibrillation (AF), including the efficacy and safety of amiodarone for prevention of AF following non-cardiac thoracic surgery and the influence of prevention of AF following non-cardiac thoracic surgery on post-surgical duration of stay in the ICU. Pre-surgical plasma concentrations of B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) will be monitored to determine whether BNP predicts development of AF after non-cardiac thoracic surgery. BNP, epinephrine, and/or norepinephrine post-surgical concentrations will also be monitored for elevation in patients that develop AF after non-cardiac thoracic surgery.
Title of Research:	"Prevention of Atrial Fibrillation in Noncardiac Thoracic Surgery.”
Degrees Received:	N/A
Honors Received:	2005-2002 - Dean's List; 2005, Borch Scholarship; 2004, Pfizer Scholarship; 2004, Rho Chi Honor Society; 2004, Golden Key National Honor Society.
AFPE Award:	Johnson & Johnson PR&D - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship
ZEU H. TZENG Northeastern University School of Pharmacy
Faculty Sponsor:	Mansoor M. Amiji, RPh, Ph.D.
Faculty Sponsor Title:	Associate Professor, Pharmaceutics
Major:	Pharm.D.
GPA:	3.9/4.0
Expected Graduation:	June 2007
Focus of Research:	To encapsulate small inference RNA (siRNA) in thiolated gelatin nano-particles for rapid intracellular delivery in response to glutathione. The siRNA-loaded nanoparticles will be characterized for particle size, size distribution, surface charge, and the siRNA loading capacity and efficiency. The results of this study will be used to optimize formulation design for maximum gene silencing in vitro.
Title of Research:	“Thiolated Gelatin Nanoparticles for Intracellular siRNA Delivery.”
Degrees Received:	N/A
Honors Received:	2005, Rho Chi Pharmacy Fraternity; 2005, Phi Kappa Phi; 2005, Phi Beta Delta; 2005-04, Alfred & Joy Scholarship Award; 2005, John S. Sousa, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Award; 2005-01, NU Student Ambassador Award; 2004, Kathleen Foley Scholarship Award; 2004, Rho Chi Sophomore Honors Award; 2004-03, Phi Kappa Phi Award ; 2004, President's Award; 2003, Faculty/Undergraduate Research Fund (FURI); 2002, Madan Mohan & Meena Sangal Scholarship
AFPE Award:	AAPS - AFPE Gateway To Research Scholarship