The USF Taneja College of Pharmacy, Graduate Programs offers 5 unique degree programs suited for a variety of students interested in pursuing a professional degree program, an advanced degree, research, or interested in working in the pharmaceutical industry. The Master’s in Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology is designed to train students in the skills needed to understand the technological advances in science at the nanoscale and how nanomaterials and processes can be applied to drug delivery, diagnosis, treatment monitoring, tissue regeneration, personalized medicine and more.
Programs components:
MSPN – General
Provides a foundation in pharmaceutical sciences and
nanotechnology for students planning to enter a professional program. Students
will complete courses within pharmaceutical sciences, such as biochemistry,
pharmacology, physiology, and anatomy, in addition to the core requirements
covering the concept of nanomedicine and nanopharmacy.
MSPN – Research
Provides the opportunity to do original research. This track
is intended for students wishing to enter academia or pursue an advance degree
such as a PhD program. Students will gain hands on experience in a lab setting
by working closely with a USF faculty mentor.
MSPN – Entrepreneurship
Provides the opportunity to complete an internship in the
field of nanotechnology. This track is intended for students who would like to
work in a pharmaceutical company, such as CoreRx or Transgenex. Students within
this track will be placed at a company to gain hands on experience and acquire
specific technique in using the equipment, terminology, and resources.
MSPN – Drug Discovery, Development, Delivery &
Manufacturing (D4M)
Provides the opportunity to conduct original research in the
D4M areas. This track is ideal for students wishing to work in academia, the
drug development industry, research, or pursue an advanced degree such as a PhD
program. Students will gain hands on experience in a lab setting by working
closely with a USF faculty mentor.
MSPN – Biomedical Engineering
Provides a foundation in pharmaceutical sciences and
nanotechnology from an engineering perspective. This track is intended for
students planning to enter a professional program, work in academia, or pursue
a career in the industry such as working with medical devices.
Shared Courses: The following courses are approved to be shared with both majors:
PHA 6124 | 3 | Principles of Pharmacokinetics/ Pharmacodynamics I |
PHA 6148 |
3 | Nanoformulations and Nanopharmaceutics |
PHA 6185 | 3 | Drug Discovery and Frontier |
For all other curriculum requirements, including Thesis/non-Thesis, Internship, Comprehensive Examination, etc., refer to the Catalog listing for that major.
For admissions/application inquiries, please contact:
James Lambert
Graduate Admissions Recruiter
pharmacyadmissions@usf.edu
(813) 974-4562
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In addition to the above named degree programs, USF Taneja College of Pharmacy has partnered with the USF College of Engineering to offer a MS in Biomedical Engineering, concentration in Pharmacy degree.
Biomedical Engineering is a highly interdisciplinary program that combines engineering and the medical sciences. The student works with an advisor to develop a customized and unique graduate program that draws on courses from engineering, medicine, public health, and the life sciences. Current active areas of research include: biomechanics, biomaterials, medical imaging, neuroengineering, tissue engineering, sensors, cellular-level drug delivery, and rehabilitation engineering. In addition to USF Health, participating institutions include the James Haley Veterans Administration Hospital, Florida Orthopedics Institute, and Tampa General Hospital. For more information, please contact the BME Program Advisor. This degree offers students a great opportunity to stand out from their peers with this tailored degree.
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Or contact:
College of Engineering
Chemical Engineering Department (ECH)
4202 E. Fowler Avenue ENB118
Tampa, FL 33620
Program Director or Coordinator
Robert Frisina
Phone: 813-974-4013
Email: rfrisina@usf.edu
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