OXFORD, Miss. – New findings from the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy‘s National Center for Natural Products Research show that two plant oils can effectively repel fire ants. The papers, recently published in Insects and the Journal of Medical Entomology, investigate compounds found in thyme and turmeric essential oils for their repellency and toxicityRead the story …
Researchers Find Turmeric, Thyme Oils Repel Fire Ants
Compounds could provide natural alternative to synthetic insecticides
December 6, 2023 by
Alumni, Friends Respond to Giving Tuesday
Multiple ways to help Ole Miss students featured during day
December 2, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi alumni and friends took the occasion of Giving Tuesday, the worldwide annual day of giving on Nov. 28, to respond with 190 gifts totaling more than $13,140 for project-based crowdfunding initiatives on Ignite Ole Miss. The Ignite crowdfunding platform offered several opportunities for individuals to embrace philanthropy. Giving TuesdayRead the story …
Giving Tuesday Features Multiple Ways to Support Ole Miss Students
Donors can help advance crowdfunding campaigns and scholarships to benefit students
November 16, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – On Giving Tuesday, a worldwide annual day of giving set for Nov. 28, University of Mississippi alumni and friends have opportunities to support student-led projects, scholarships and research opportunities. These crowdfunding campaigns, hosted on the university’s Ignite Ole Miss page, offer everyone a chance to get involved in philanthropy by making aRead the story …
University Launches New Cannabis, Dietary Supplements Program
Graduate program to capitalize on UM expertise
November 6, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has created a new online graduate program focusing on medical cannabis and dietary supplements, leaning on the university’s long-standing reputation for expertise in both fields. The new degree program builds on the expertise and research excellence found in the National Center for Natural Products Research and National CenterRead the story …
Pharmaceutics Professor Wins Prestigious International Award
Michael Repka earns Shangraw award for study of inactive pharmaceutical ingredients
October 25, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi pharmacy professor Michael Repka has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Ralph Shangraw Memorial Award. This recognition by the International Pharmaceutical Excipients Council of the Americas Foundation is an acknowledgement of Repka’s efforts in the field of pharmaceutical excipients, or inactive medicinal ingredients. “Receiving IPEC’s highest award means thatRead the story …
UM Partners With PainVox to Pinpoint Origin Sites of Chronic Pain
Technology could improve treatment options by locating biomarkers for pain-generating tissues
October 18, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi-invented technology focused on imaging chronic pain has been exclusively licensed for further development by pharmaceutical company PainVox. The first-of-its-kind radiopharmaceutical, or radiotracer, has the potential to identify precise origin sites of chronic pain across a number of conditions. “We are thrilled to have PainVox as a partner andRead the story …
UM Community Finds Connection at Annual Longest Table
Event brings students, faculty, staff, community members together for dinner and discussions
October 3, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – More than 100 members of the University of Mississippi community gathered for dinner and conversation Sunday (Oct. 1) afternoon in the Circle at the annual Longest Table. At the foot of the historic Lyceum, students, professors, staff and administrators sat down for a meal and engaged in conversation. The goal is toRead the story …
Pharmacy Students Benefit from Mayo Internship
Competitive program provides valuable career experience
September 29, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi pharmacy students have completed prestigious internships with the Mayo Clinic, the nation’s top-ranked hospital. Rising third-year pharmacy students Cameron Hammers, of Perkinston, and Katie Kreusel, of Dacula, Georgia, were among only 10 pharmacy interns accepted into the Mayo Clinic’s highly competitive Summer Pharmacy Internship Program in Rochester, Minnesota.Read the story …
UM Develops 3D-Printed Film That Supports Cervical Cancer Research
Vaginal delivery method addresses challenges with oral medication
September 27, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Scientists at the University of Mississippi are developing a vaginal, 3D-printed film that could improve drug delivery options for cervical cancer patients. Each year in the U.S., about 11,500 cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed and some 4,000 women die of the disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Read the story …
Pharmacy School to Host Inaugural Borne Lecture
Former UM researcher Christopher McCurdy to speak on pain treatment, management
September 26, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Pharmaceutical scientist and educator Christopher McCurdy will discuss his work to develop new pain management therapies for the inaugural Ronald F. Borne Endowed Lecture, organized by the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy. The lecture, set for 1 p.m. Friday (Sept. 29) in the Thad Cochran Research Center, Room 1000, is freeRead the story …