Georgetown University Medical Center
Department of Pharmacology & Physiology
Department of Pharmacology & Physiology
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Pharmacology & Physiology

Cutting edge research and training in a collaborative and collegial environment

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Upcoming Department Events

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Visiting Seminar: Dr. Dr. Larissa Shimoda (Johns Hopkins), Pharmacology & Physiology Seminar SeriesDec. 4

  • 1:00 pm
  • Med-Dent SE401

Visiting Seminar: Dr. Hyunsoo Shawn Je (University of Signapore), Pharmacology & Physiology Seminar SeriesDec. 11

  • 1:00 pm
  • Med-Dent SE401

Visiting Seminar: Dr. Matthew Trudeau (University of Maryland), Pharmacology & Physiology Seminar SeriesDec. 18

  • 1:00 pm
  • Med-Dent SE401

Fall 2026 M.S. Admissions

Early Application with Fee Waiver: January 15
Priority Application: May 15
Final Deadline: July 1

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Department Reflects on Legacy of ‘Exceptional Mentor and Teacher’

Barry B. Wolfe

Barry B. Wolfe fostered academic excellence and a welcoming community as director of the Ph.D. in Pharmacology & Physiology, M.S. in Pharmacology, and Interdisciplinary Program in Neuroscience during his 30 years at Georgetown. Five years after his death, a new fund in his name seeks to honor his legacy of leadership and dedication to students.

Read About Dr. Wolfe