Wayne State University (WSU or simply Wayne) is a public research university in Detroit, Michigan. It is Michigan's third-largest university. Founded in 1868, Wayne State consists of 13 schools and colleges offering approximately 350 programs to nearly 24,000 graduate and undergraduate students. Wayne State University, along with the University of Michigan and Michigan State University, compose the University Research Corridor of Michigan. Wayne State is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity".Wayne State's main campus comprises 203 acres linking more than 100 education and research buildings. It also has three satellite campuses in Macomb and Wayne counties.
Located within the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, the Department of Pharmacology is a leading center for understanding how drugs interact with living systems. It offers comprehensive graduate training, primarily through its PhD program, and conducts pioneering research spanning molecular mechanisms to clinical applications. Faculty expertise covers vital areas such as cancer biology, cardiovascular health, neuropharmacology, and toxicology. Dedicated to advancing human health, the department fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and prepares graduates for diverse careers in academia, industry, and government, contributing significantly to the discovery and development of new therapies.
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