News from the Department of Medicinal Chemistry

New thesis puts an end to sulfur steaming chemistry labs

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:46:00 GMT

In a new thesis, Marcus Söderström, PhD student at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, introduces a method to add sulfur in larger molecules without – congratulations all chemists – the characteristic smell. Marcus defends his thesis Wednesday 20 December at the Uppsala Biomedical Centre.

Chemistry Journal reporting from ENABLE-2 and the fight against resistent bacteria

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:34:00 GMT

The new issue of Swedish magazine Kemisk Tidskrift turns the spotlight on the rising threat posed by bacteria and the researchers leading the search for new weapons to fight antimicrobial resistance. In the five page centerpiece, Professors Anders Karlén and Diarmaid Hughes talk about the ongoing work at antibiotic platform ENABLE-2.

New study to provide tools for more effective antibiotic development

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 15:57:00 GMT

European initiative COMBINE has launched a validation study of a model with the potential to streamline tests and development of new antibiotics. "We look forward to within the foreseeable future provide this tool to researchers working with a focus on antimicrobial resistance," says Lena Friberg, Professor at the Department of Pharmacy with a leading role in COMBINE.

Well attended when the Faculty of Pharmacy inaugurated its new Professors

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:23:00 GMT

Chemical tools for more efficient drug development and Vaccination against cancer were in focus when the Faculty of Pharmacy's new Professors Luke Odell and Sara Mangsbo presented their research at this year's inauguration lectures in the Uppsala University Main Building.

Anna Orlova and Lena Friberg receive SEK 6.75 million from the Swedish Cancer Society

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:54:00 GMT

The Faculty of Pharmacy congratulates Anna Orlova and Lena Friberg on receiving SEK 6.75 million from the Swedish Cancer Society. Research with a focus on early diagnosis and therapy of prostate cancer and patient-reported well-being during treatment will follow.

Medicinal chemists in successful collaboration to block SARS-CoV-2 replication

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 15:48:00 GMT

In November, an interdisciplinary research team – including Medicinal chemists Anja Sandström and Lindon Moodie – exited the SciLifeLab DDD Platform after two years of fruitful development of a compound with potential to block SARS-CoV-2 replication. “This is a great example of how collaborative efforts pay off” states Platform Co-Director Kristian Sandberg.

Focus on Analytical Pharmaceutical Chemistry: "Facing a very interesting future"

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 09:47:00 GMT

What does an Analytical Pharmaceutical Chemist actually do? Join on a visit to BMC and the laboratory that helped expose a cheating Olympic gold medalist, frightened Sweden's urban swimmers, and currently has a central position in creating a treatment for the world's second-deadliest tumor disease.

SRC grants SEK 7.6 million to Ulf Göransson and Mikael Hedeland

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 12:22:00 GMT

The Faculty of Pharmacy congratulates Ulf Göransson, Professor of Pharmacognosy, and Mikael Hedeland, Professor of Analytical pharmaceutical chemistry, on receiving approximately SEK 7.6 million from the Swedish Research Council's to research on peptide design and method development.

Join as the Faculty of Pharmacy inaugurates 3 new Professors

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 12:25:00 GMT

More efficient immune defense, drug development and treatments are in focus as the Faculty of Pharmacy inaugurates our three new Professors Sara Mangsbo, Luke Odell and Maria Kjellsson. Welcome to listen to lectures from the research frontline in the University Main Building 15 and 17 November.

The Department welcomes Yassir Al-Tikriti, Anton Norberg and David Juriga

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:50:00 GMT

The Department of Medicinal Chemistry welcomes our new colleagues Postdoc Yassir Al-Tikriti, PhD Student Anton Norberg and Researcher Dávid Juriga that join Professor Per Hansson's research group in Pharmaceutical Physical Chemistry and SweDeliver's Work Package Parenteral Drug Delivery.

Marcus Wanselius: "I enjoy going to work every single day"

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 07:05:00 GMT

Just a minute... Marcus Wanselius, PhD student at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry and national competence center SweDeliver, that Friday 20 October defends his thesis in which he introduces a new method to understand how injected drugs act in the human body.

Four thumbs up for SweDeliver summer internship at AstraZeneca

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:36:00 GMT

How about a six-week summer internship at one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies? We asked Tilde Hagelin, pharmacy student at Uppsala University, and Frederik Dörr, Senior Scientist at AstraZeneca.

New study to provide more effective treatment for primary liver cancer

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 07:21:00 GMT

In interdisciplinary collaboration, researchers and physicians at Uppsala University and the Uppsala University Hospital are looking for new ways to treat primary liver cancer, the second deadliest tumor disease in the world today. "I am convinced that we will deliver results that enable earlier diagnosis and improved survival," says Hans Lennernäs, Professor of Biopharmacy.

SweDeliver's summer internships adding value to all parties

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 07:13:00 GMT

“My work at Strike Pharma was a highly educational experience,” states Amanda Gustafsson, master's student with a focus on biopharmaceuticals and one of six future pharmaceutical experts selected for this summer’s internships at the national competence center SweDeliver's industrial partners.

SweDeliver announces four half-time seminars in autumn 2023

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 14:04:00 GMT

Wednesday 4 October, SweDeliver invites to half-time seminar: Self-assembly of therapeutic peptides with Ellen Brunzell, PhD student at the Department of medicinal chemistry. Half-time seminars with Marco Tjakra, Xiguo He and Rebekkah Hammar will follow during the autumn semester.

The NorDoc Summer School 2023 has started!

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 07:14:00 GMT

Tuesday 15 August, Vice-Rector Mats Larhed welcomed the participants of the 6th annual NorDoc Summer School to Sweden, Uppsala University and a scientific arena uniting researchers from all over Northern Europe in the search for effective methods to handle the accelerating antibiotic resistance.

Faculty of Pharmacy reaching new heights in global rankings

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 07:28:00 GMT

In the QS World University Ranking 2024, Uppsala University advances ten positions, currently reaching number 24 in the field of Pharmacy and Pharmacology. Looking at individual researchers, this year's rankings also provide inspiring reading for the Faculty of Pharmacy, where, among others, Anna Orlova and Ola Söderberg enter the lists of the foremost in their disciplines.

SweDeliver and NextBioForm conference brings the pharmaceutical world to Uppsala

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 10:23:00 GMT

27-29 November, Competence centers SweDeliver and NextBioForm will host the New Horizons in Drug Delivery and Formulation 2023 conference, an international arena where academia and industry meet in Uppsala to present the latest scientific advances in drug formulation and delivery.

Be a winner in the Faculty summer competition 2023

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 13:08:00 GMT

With a well-deserved vacation just weeks away, the Faculty of Pharmacy strikes with the hottest event of the season: The Summer competition 2023. Three lucky winners will receive a literary prize that will position them as the beach's intellectual giants.

New antibiotic platform ENABLE-2 crosses the North Sea

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 15:20:00 GMT

ENABLE-2 expands its project portfolio with Strathclyde Minor Groove Binders, a program based in Glasgow and the University of Strathclyde. With this collaboration, the platform takes the step into Europe in its search for new promising antibiotics.

Birgitta Hellsing wins the Pharmaceutical Student Union's Pedagogical Award 2023

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 09:37:00 GMT

“That I receive the award for Student Treatment is very much a reflection of the inspiration that interacting with the students gives me,” says Birgitta Hellsing, Administrative Coordinator at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, who together with Anne-Lie Svensson and the Department Board of Pharmaceutical Biosciences receive the Pharmaceutical Student Union's Pedagogical awards 2023.

Meet the SweDeliver partners: Apotek Produktion & Laboratorier AB (APL)

Tue, 30 May 2023 14:50:00 GMT

A friend of SweDeliver is a friend of ours and Apotek Produktion & Laboratorier AB is the company that steps into action where the needs are most evident: As one of Europe's leading manufacturers of extemporaneous medicines, they adapt drugs and technical aids for care recipients with unique needs. Join us for a Q&A with Christina Holmberg, one of two Managers at APL's department for Pharmaceutical Development, about an operation that contributes to both survival and increased quality of life.

Apply now and become the department's 4th Distinguished University Teacher

Fri, 26 May 2023 07:27:00 GMT

Three teachers at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry have already been admitted as Distinguished University Teachers (formerly Excellent Teacher) at Uppsala University. The Board of the Disciplinary Domain now welcomes all teachers at our faculty to apply for the title – that includes a salary increase corresponding to that of a docentship.

Lindon Moodie looks for new antibiotics outside the box

Wed, 24 May 2023 07:40:00 GMT

The Swedish Research Council recently invested SEK 30(!) million in the Faculty of Pharmacy's research. Associate Professor Lindon Moodie received SEK 3.84 million for his project Degradation of bacterial target proteins. Join us for a quick Q&A-check on the status of the project.

Early morning in the pharmaceutical lab with Jenny Nilsson

Thu, 11 May 2023 14:37:00 GMT

What goes on at the bank after 3 PM may never be know. Another question that keeps occupying the generations is what's up before 9 AM in the pharmaceutical lab. We set the alarm clock and headed to BMC and the Analytical Pharmaceutical Chemistry research group. Among the machines we found Jenny Nilsson, PhD student in Metabolomics.

Now Streaming: Faculty of Pharmacy • The Movie

Thu, 11 May 2023 09:53:00 GMT

Can you invent new drugs and be a pop star at the same time? Join in as Alice, David, Nadia and Valter, seventh graders at the Uppsala Music Classes, visit Uppsala University's Faculty of Pharmacy to find out if it is true that some of the world's best researchers work in their hometown (English subtitles available).

Researchers in focus: Ellen Bruntzell wants to increase our knowledge of peptide drugs

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 07:39:00 GMT

“Being part of the SweDeliver network is a constant source of inspiration,” states Ellen Bruntzell, PhD student at Uppsala University, who in a research project connected to both the Faculty of Pharmacy and AstraZeneca contributes new knowledge about the mechanisms that cause aggregation of peptide-based medicines.

Middle school students rocked the Faculty of Pharmacy

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 12:32:00 GMT

“Everything was just super exciting,” says Alice Mankert, one of four middle school students from Uppsala Music Classes who in early February visited the Faculty of Pharmacy to learn more about frontline pharmaceutical research and also performed a much-lauded rock concert at the Pharmen Student union building.

ENABLE-2 Open Call raising international interest

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 14:43:00 GMT

“We welcome the great international interest shown in our platform", states Anders Karlén, coordinator of ENABLE-2 that in a recent call for proposals received applications from six European countries.

Agnes Morén and Samia Mohammed receive awards for Degree projects

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 14:05:00 GMT

The Faculty of Pharmacy congratulates students Samia Mohammed to Sveriges Apoteksförening's Award and Agnes Morén to Medical officer of health Per Manell’s Prize that were presented at the Faculty Student Symposium 13 January 2023.

Student symposium with significant scientific breadth

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 13:20:00 GMT

“Carrying out my scientific Degree project has been a very valuable educational experience,” states Rita Sabah, student at Uppsala University's Bachelor of Science Programme in Pharmacy and one of all who presented their Degree projects at the Faculty of Pharmacy's traditional Student Symposium.

Anders Karlén in Lif podcast: Antibiotic resistance - the silent pandemic

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:15:00 GMT

Anders Karlén, Professor of Computational Medicinal Chemistry and coordinator of ENABLE 2, and Årets läkemedelsprofil (Pharmaceutical Drug Profile of the Year) Enrico Baraldi discuss Antibiotic resistance - the silent pandemic in a new episode of Lif:s Podden. Antibiotic expert Bengt Mattson and Pod host Amy Havenäng, both Lif, also participate in the conversation (note: pod in Swedish)

Apply for the Swedish Pharmaceutical Society scholarships no later than 10 February

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 15:41:00 GMT

If you are a PhD student or already have a PhD, you can now apply for scholarships for conferences, courses, research stays or post-doc stays via the Swedish Pharmaceutical Society. The call includes scholarships for undergraduate students. Apply no later than 10 February 2023.

The Swedish Research Council invests SEK 25 million in ENABLE-2

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:05:00 GMT

ENABLE-2 receives continued funding from the Swedish Research Council, now allocating SEK 25 million to the platform's second year of operations. "We are about to open a second call in order to complement our portfolio with additional projects," says Anders Karlén, Coordinator of ENABLE-2 and Professor at Uppsala University.

Researcher in focus: Julia Parlow aims to map biologic's path from injection to absorption

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:35:00 GMT

“The project's close ties and relevance to the industry was what first drew my attention to SweDeliver,“ states Julia Parlow, PhD student at the Department of Medicinal chemistry, who is currently developing a method to study the factors affecting the transport of biologics from subcutaneous injection site to absorption site.

Vinnova praises SweDeliver in new evaluation

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:10:00 GMT

SweDeliver continues to receive top marks for its successful research program and building of new networks and expertise for future drug delivery. This time from main financier Vinnova, emphasizing, among many things, the efficient collaboration that characterizes the competence center.

Anders Karlén guest in Forskarpodden: The Fight Against Antibiotic Resistance

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:04:00 GMT

In The Fight against Antibiotic Resistance, the new episode of Forskarpodden, Anders Karlén, Professor and Coordinator of ENABLE-2, and Dan I Andersson, Professor of Medical Bacteriology, discuss the current efforts at Uppsala University to fight the challenges of accelerating antibiotic resistance. (Note: Pod in Swedish)

The Disciplinary Domain investing in Mental Health First Aid

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 07:46:00 GMT

A survey at Uppsala University shows that mental illness is more widespread among university students than professionals of the same age. Now the Faculties of Pharmacy and Medicine is empowering all its employees with the knowledge and tools to provide first aid in acute mental crisis.

Luke Odell promoted to Professor of Medicinal Chemistry

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 10:52:00 GMT

The Faculty of Pharmacy congratulates Luke Odell on his promotion to Professor of Medicinal Chemistry at Uppsala University. “Research is a joint effort, so this is a recognition that our entire team can take pride in,” states Luke Odell.

SRC investing SEK 12 million in the Department’s research

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:03:00 GMT

Lindon Moodie, Luke Odell and Anna Orlova at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry receive grants amounting to more than SEK 12 million in the Swedish Research Council's calls in Medicine and Health and Natural Sciences and Engineering in 2022.

Alumni in focus: Monika Magnusson brings the pharmacist uniform to the top of Apotek Hjärtat

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:35:00 GMT

“Many pharmacy customers need guidance towards a healthier lifestyle, and meeting these demands relies both on the frontline workers in the pharmacies and continued excellence from Sweden’s educational institutes to train the next generation”, states Monika Magnusson, new CEO at Apotek Hjärtat and committed alumnus of the Faculty of Pharmacy.

PhD thesis introducing new method to analyze potential vaccines

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:20:00 GMT

Lack of effective analytical tools to assess the safety and effectiveness of new vaccines often consumes unnecessarily large resources. In a new PhD thesis, Lars Geurink applies Capillary Electrophoresis and Analytical Quality by Design to develop CE tests with potential to enable better and more cost-effective vaccines.

Richard Bergström and Siew Chai new honorary doctorates at the Faculty of Pharmacy

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 12:43:00 GMT

The Faculty of Pharmacy is awarding honorary doctorates to Richard Bergström, former national vaccine coordinator, and Siew Chai, Associate Professor at Monash University. The promotion will take place in the Uppsala University Main Auditorium Friday 27 January, 2023.

Numerous new findings by SweDeliver's junior researchers

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:45:00 GMT

During summer and autumn, Ires van der Zwaan, Marcus Wanselius, Ann-Christin Jacobsen and numerous other junior researchers at SweDeliver are publishing results that add valuable knowledge to the fields of drug delivery.

Olof Eriksson receives the Johnny Ludvigsson Award 2022

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:25:00 GMT

Olof Eriksson, researcher at the Faculty of Pharmacy, is the receiver of the Johnny Ludvigsson Award 2022 and SEK 50,000. "Winning this award makes me feel that you can really make a difference for all the families out there who live with type 1 diabetes," says Olof Eriksson.

ENABLE-2 expands its operations with a fifth development program

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 07:36:00 GMT

National platform ENABLE-2 continues to expand its project portfolio with a fifth development program in order to assist Thioredoxin Systems AB throughout the development of their EbsArgent product.

ULLA Summer School 22 a successful chapter in a 30-year tradition

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 09:01:00 GMT

After last year's online event, the Faculty of Pharmacy was finally able to welcome a new generation of pharmaceutical experts to ULLA Summer School 2022, and the experience received high marks from its international guests.

Sara Mangsbo receives the BiotechBuilders Award

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:00:00 GMT

“Receiving the BiotechBuilders Award 2022 provides valuable inspiration and hopefully contributes to consolidating Uppsala's and Biopharmaceutical’s places on the Swedish Life Science map,” states Sara Mangsbo, research director in immuno-oncology at Uppsala University.

Lifelong learning and Mental health in focus at well-attended GU Days

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:31:00 GMT

This year's Educational Days at the Faculty of Pharmacy gathered a record number of participants and were characterized by a very positive atmosphere. "The feeling is that we are better equipped for the start of the semester than we have been in many years," states Deputy Dean Anja Sandström.

Uppsala University ranks 23rd in the world in Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 14:21:00 GMT

The 2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities is official: Uppsala University continues to climb in the field of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences and now ranks 23rd in the world. "This is yet another acknowledgment that our determined work is fruitful," states Mathias Hallberg, Dean at the Faculty of Pharmacy.

Nominate your candidate for the Scheele Award 2023

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:59:00 GMT

You can now nominate your candidate for the Scheele Award, the Swedish Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences prize acknowledging prominent pharmaceutical researchers whose discoveries are important for pharmaceutical development and drugs of the future.

Apply for the Swedish Pharmaceutical Society's scholarships no later than 31 October

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:52:00 GMT

The Swedish Pharmaceutical Society announces available scholarships for, among other things, participation in conferences, courses and Postdoc or research stays abroad. Students can apply for a travel grant to conduct a degree project. Welcome with your application no later than 31 October 2022.

Thank you for all fantastic efforts • We already look forward to meeting you again!

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:18:00 GMT

The summer calm is gradually finding its way back to BMC after yet another academic year characterized by hard work and loads of it. But whenever the burden may seem like the new normal rather than an exception, it is important that we sometimes take the time to look around at everything we accomplish. The view is magnificent!

Meet the managers of the Faculty's new Degree Program Committees

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:37:00 GMT

“With the launch of two Program Committees, we further increase our potential to provide our Degree programme students the best possible starting point in their future careers,” states Fredrik Jernerén, newly appointed chair of the Committee for the Bachelor of Science Programme in Pharmacy.

Many new publications by SweDeliver's junior researchers

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:25:00 GMT

During the spring and early summer, Staffan Berg, Vahid Forooqi Motlaq, Ann-Sofie Persson, Maryam Tofiq and numerous other junior researchers at SweDeliver are publishing results that add valuable knowledge to the fields of drug delivery.

They won the Pharmaceutical Student Union's Pedagogical awards 2022

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:31:00 GMT

“Receiving the Student Council's Award for Student treatment gives important inspiration,” says Björn Wettermark, Professor of Pharmacoepidemiology, that together with Emma Lundkvist and Malin Nilsson Broberg receive the Pharmaceutical Student Union's Pedagogical awards 2022.

Researcher profile: Anders Karlén coordinates the combat against the invisible enemy

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 10:23:00 GMT

“As long as disaster does not strike with full force, many prefer to look elsewhere,” says Anders Karlén, Professor of Computer-Aided Drug Design, who after coordinating the European flagship ENABLE now continues the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria within the framework of the international platform ENABLE -2.

Malin Aschan Eriksson winner of the Per Manell award

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 12:45:00 GMT

Malin Aschan Eriksson receives the 2022 Per Manell award for best presentation of a master thesis at the Faculty of Pharmacy Student symposium. Mustafa Mohamad wins the Pharmacy Association's award for best degree project at undergraduate level.

Welcome to contribute to the Per Manell Award

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:22:00 GMT

For six years, the Per Manell Award has provided the students of the Faculty of Pharmacy the opportunity to become acquainted with the European pharmaceutical industry. Now you have the opportunity to contribute to a fund for the survival of the award. Everyone, including companies and organisations, is welcome to donate and no sum is too small.

New thesis with focus on microgels as tools for drug delivery

Tue, 24 May 2022 14:19:00 GMT

Tuesday 14 June Yassir Al-Tikriti, PhD student at SweDeliver and Uppsala University’s Department of Medicinal Chemistry, will present his thesis Microgels as drug delivery vehicles: Loading and release of amphiphilic drugs.

Innovation award to new molecules for drugs against covid-19

Mon, 23 May 2022 14:32:00 GMT

With the Attractive Innovation Project Award, the researchers behind CoLD Therapeutics are taking the next step in turning their newly developed substances into a pharmaceutical drug against covid-19. "Our project is attracting a lot of attention and the response we receive inspires," says Lindon Moodie, Associate Professor at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry.

The Faculty of Pharmacy to promote eight new doctors

Fri, 20 May 2022 13:40:00 GMT

On Wednesday 25 May, Uppsala University invites to the second Doctoral Degree Conferment Ceremony of this spring term. The Faculty of Pharmacy is promoting eight new doctors that have added important knowledge in the field of pharmaceuticals. Welcome to follow the celebration online.

The Faculty of Pharmacy congratulates its new doctors

Thu, 19 May 2022 13:08:00 GMT

In May, Uppsala University traditionally holds a Doctoral Degree Conferment Ceremony, a celebration for those who have received doctorates during the year. This year, the promotion takes place on both 18 and 25 May, since the January promotion had to be postponed as a result of the pandemic. On 18 May, the Faculty of Pharmacy promoted eleven new doctors, Our Warmest Congratulations to you.

Bobo Skillinghaug winner of Limbiska Priset 2022

Fri, 13 May 2022 10:12:00 GMT

The Faculty of Pharmacy congratulates Bobo Skillinghaug, Lecturer at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry and winner of the Biomedicine Programme Pedagogical Award, the Limbiska Priset 2022. "I feel very happy and honored, not least since it is awarded by the students," says the winner.

The Faculty of Pharmacy ready for ULLA Summer School 22

Wed, 11 May 2022 12:43:00 GMT

In early July, Uppsala University’s Faculty of Pharmacy welcomes PhD students and researchers from all over Europe to the ULLA Summer School 22, a unique experience that will bring together the future leaders in international pharmacy.

Faculty of Pharmacy at the top of international rankings

Fri, 06 May 2022 12:03:00 GMT

Rankings of universities and individual researchers are gaining increasingly more attention. A high position can attract new students, leading researchers and important funding - and currently the most prestigious rankings offer very inspiring reading for the Faculty of Pharmacy.

MPA’s Björn Eriksson wants to strengthen the collaboration with the Faculty of Pharmacy

Wed, 04 May 2022 06:56:00 GMT

“Sweden has the prerequisites we need to compete globally, and with joint strength we can aim even higher,” stated Björn Eriksson, Director General of the Swedish Medical Products Agency, when visiting Uppsala University and the new Faculty of Pharmacy seminar series.

Register your department for the Hitta ut wellness challenge

Tue, 03 May 2022 15:26:00 GMT

Gear up you department and participate in Hitta ut, this year's largest wellness challenge, where you and your colleagues search for checkpoints in Uppsala and its surrounding areas. In addition to exercise and beautiful views, you have the opportunity to win great prizes.

Deputy Dean Anja Sandström: Pent-up needs and backlogged models

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:42:00 GMT

With May just a few hours away, tulip blossoms are sprouting in the flower beds, the media reports that Uppsala was the first in Sweden to have summer, and the city’s students are preparing for Valborg with extra anticipation. After two years of postponed celebrations, there are many pent-up needs. Personally, I’m looking forward to putting on my student cap on the balcony of Carolina Rediviva, writes Deputy Dean Anja Sandström.

Alumnus in focus: Pär Matsson shows the way to the drugs of the future

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:19:00 GMT

After two decades at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Pär Matsson left Uppsala University for Gothenburg and the Sahlgrenska Academy. Today, he is head of one of Sweden's most exciting scientific initiatives with the potential to take our country to the absolute front line of the pharmaceutical sciences.

Several new publications from SweDeliver's junior researchers

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 09:29:00 GMT

SweDeliver continues to conduct high quality research. In the spring of 2022, Vicky Barmpatsalou, Ilse Dubbelboer, Agnes Rodler and Yassir Al-Tikriti are publishing articles that add important knowledge to the field of parenteral and oral drug delivery.

The Faculty of Pharmacy strengthens its Programme organisation

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:26:00 GMT

Just a minute… Anja Sandström, Deputy Dean for first and second cycle education, who has a central role in the Faculty of Pharmacy's ongoing strengthening of its organisation working with the Master and Bachelor of Science Programmes in Pharmacy.

Alumnus in focus: Malin Grape is the world's first AMR Ambassador

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:34:00 GMT

“Sweden has a very distinctive voice in antibiotic matters that both the EU and the world listen to, and we must use it," states Malin Grape, Swedish ambassador against antimicrobial resistance and alumnus at the Faculty of Pharmacy.

Meet the students that are up for the best summer job of 2022 at SweDeliver

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT

“It is fantastic that Uppsala University provides its students, not least us from other countries, this extraordinary opportunity, states Jessica Mahajan, Master's student in Drug Development and one of six students selected to do a summer internship at SweDeliver's industrial partners.

SweDeliver inviting students to do degree projects at industrial partners

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 09:27:00 GMT

Starting in the spring of 2022, SweDeliver will offer students the opportunity to do degree projects at one of the center's 16 industrial partners. "This is a good way to further strengthen the ties between academia and industry," states Jonas Fagerberg, Head of Pharma R&D at Disruptive Pharma.

Language semester added to Programme for pharmacists with a foreign degree

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 14:05:00 GMT

The complementary programme for pharmacists with a foreign degree has proven a great success that contributes valuable competence into the Swedish labor market. This autumn, Uppsala University will expand the education with a language semester that will provide participants with important tools in their future profession.

Nominate your candidate for the Hjärnäpplet Innovation Prize

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 13:23:00 GMT

Now you have the opportunity to nominate a colleague for Uppsala University's innovation prize Hjärnäpplet, which draws attention to contributions to translate valuable knowledge into innovation and sustainable benefit. Welcome with your nomination no later than April 24, 2022.

ENABLE-2 takes the lead in the pursuit of new antibiotics

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT

The Swedish Research Council's investment in ENABLE-2 has, with support from Vinnova, launched with four projects that are considered very promising in the pursuit for new antibiotics. In the first round of admissions, two projects from Uppsala University, and one each from Linköping University and the biotech company QureTech Bio AB were selected for development.

Three new Associate Professors at the Faculty of Pharmacy

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 16:54:00 GMT

Mikael Engskog and Lindon Moodie, the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, and Madlen Hubert, the Department of Pharmacy, have been promoted to Associate Professors at Uppsala University. The Faculty of Pharmacy congratulates all three to their much deserved appointments!

Insects in the Fyris river carried 33 different pharmaceutical substances

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 17:02:00 GMT

In a study of insects in the Fyris river, researchers identified traces of 33 different pharmaceutical substances. "In combination, these substances can give unexpected and amplified effects that, when they reach further up the food chain, might also affect us humans," says Emelie Sedvall, PhD student at Uppsala University.

The Faculty of Pharmacy remembers Per Manell

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 10:53:00 GMT

Per Manell, pharmacist, entrepreneur, Medical officer of health and one of the Faculty of Pharmacy's most highly profiled alumni died in Uppsala on 4 March at the age of 73 years. “Per Manell was a driving spirit and a true source of inspiration. He will be deeply missed,” states Mathias Hallberg, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy.

Freestanding courses important tools for lifelong learning

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 10:06:00 GMT

With the launch of several new freestanding courses, the Faculty of Pharmacy takes a central position in the government's prioritised work to strengthen and develop competence supply and lifelong learning.

New substances to provide better diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 10:19:00 GMT

Researchers at Uppsala University have developed two new substances that show positive results for early detection of metastases in prostate cancer. "If only one of our two leads is successful, we hope to be able to help all men suffering from prostate cancer to longer and better lives," says Anna Orlova, Professor at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry.

PhD Student competition: Present your research in 3 minutes

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:01:00 GMT

All PhDs students at the Faculty of Pharmacy and Uppsala University are invited to participate in the qualifying round for a competition where you present your research in a maximum of three minutes. The competition is organised by the Coimbra international network.

Faculty of Pharmacy welcomes 200 PhD students to ULLA 22

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 09:32:00 GMT

July 2–9, the Faculty of Pharmacy will be at the center of European pharmaceutical research when Uppsala University hosts the ULLA Summer School. "I am sure that we will all experience a unique summer school that adds important values to both tradition and future,” says Ulf Göransson, Professor of Pharmacognosy.

Sweden's first Master's Programme in Biopharmaceuticals ready to launch

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 09:21:00 GMT

The Faculty of Pharmacy is at the forefront of the development of new biological drugs. In the autumn of 2022, the researchers will turn their expertise into a new Master's Programme that is already among Uppsala University's most popular.

Nominate your candidate for The Pedagogical Awards 2022

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 15:40:00 GMT

Which teacher at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry has made the most outstanding contributions in undergraduate education? Nominate your candidate for the Uppsala University Pedagogical Awards 2022 no later than 17 March.

New results on stabilising the boundary between collapsed and swollen phases in microgels

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:28:00 GMT

In a new article published in Gels, Yassir Al-Tikriti, PhD student at SweDeliver and the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, presents results supporting the hypothesis that the boundary between collapsed and swollen phases in the same microgel is stabilised by thermodynamic factors.

Apply now and become the department's 4th Distinguished University Teacher

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:47:00 GMT

Linn Mandahl next guest in Profiler i branschen

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 08:42:00 GMT

Alumni association Farmis once again invites you to the inspiration series Profiler i branschen (Industry profiles), where you meet exciting persons in pharma. The first guest of 2022 is Linn Mandahl, pharmacist and CEO of pharmaceutical company AbbVie. Join via Zoom on Wednesday 9 February.

Do your degree project at SweDeliver's industrial partners

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 09:52:00 GMT

SweDeliver now offers students the opportunity to do a degree project consisting of 30 or 45 credits at one of the competece center's industry partners. Welcome to submit your application or contact SweDeliver for more information.

Pharmetheus increases SweDeliver commitment with new project

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 10:22:00 GMT

SweDeliver industrial partner Pharmetheus has been granted financing by Vinnova for the project Subcutaneous drug delivery: PBPK-QSP model for absorption and anti-drug antibody response. An initiative that will further invigorate the company's commitment in SweDeliver.

Apply for the Swedish Pharmaceutical Society scholarships no later than 20 February

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 11:34:00 GMT

Post docs, PhD students & Students in the field of pharmacy can now apply for scholarships for research courses, congresses and more. Apply no later than 20 February 2022.

Vaccine, drugs and rock'n'roll • A X-mas greeting from Dean Mathias Hallberg

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 14:59:00 GMT

When I sum up 2021, I note another eventful year for the Faculty of Pharmacy. We have developed our teaching, been successful in calls, published high-profile articles, received awards and - not least - contributed to the university's science outreach. The latter being more important than ever at a time when pharmaceutical drugs are on everyone's mind.

ENABLE-2 ready to lead continued development of new antibiotics

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 09:51:00 GMT

ENABLE, the EU initiative for antibiotic development led by Uppsala University, will continue its work in ENABLE-2 with financial support from the Swedish Research Council. "An independent committee have chosen between many interesting project proposals and the platform is now entering operational phase," says Anders Karlén, Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy.

Experts in pharmaceuticals are positive about future virus control

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 08:44:00 GMT

“There is much to suggest that in the near future we can fight infectious viruses much faster than today”, says Anders Hallberg, medicinal chemist at Uppsala University and member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Science and its expert group, who in a new report summarises current knowledge about covid-19.

Several new publications by SweDeliver's junior researchers

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 09:39:00 GMT

SweDeliver's PhD students and postdocs continue to conduct studies of very high quality. In the autumn of 2021, Vicky Barmpatsalou, Staffan Berg, Vahid Forooqi Motlaq and Irès van der Zwaan have all presented interesting publications.

Be a winner in the Faculty of Pharmacy X-mas gift competition

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 09:55:00 GMT

With glühwein and a well deserved vacation just weeks away, the Faculty of Pharmacy strikes with the hottest event of the year: The X-mas gift competition 2021. Three lucky winners will receive an extra present with the internal mail that will make them the department's most admired employees.

Boundless commitment • Science outreach in practice

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 08:34:00 GMT

Half a century after Science outreach was written into the Higher Education Act, the researchers at the Faculty of Pharmacy are frequently engaged as experts in the media. They contribute knowledge in government inquiries and navigate international collaborations. But how can a young researcher prepare for a career in the limelight?

Alumnus in focus • Richard Bergström: from Club Dacke to the eye of the pandemic

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 14:53:00 GMT

Richard Bergström, alumnus of Uppsala University’s Faculty of Pharmacy, has been Sweden's vaccine coordinator for 18 intensive months. A position that includes everything from securing national vaccine access to spontaneous selfies with admirers.

Election of members to the departmental committee 1 December 2021

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 12:08:00 GMT

Election of members to the departmental committee at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry will take place on Wednesday 1 December, from 9:00 to 13:00, at BMC outside room A5:314c. Nomination of members for each category must be made in writing to the Electoral Board between 19 November to 24 November.

Solemn and popular science as the faculty inaugurates its new professors

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 13:26:00 GMT

“The inauguration lectures provide great opportunities to get an easily accessible and up to date overview of what is happening in the neighboring corridor,” states Johan Lennartsson, one of seven new Professors at the Faculty of Pharmacy that this week give popular scientific introductions to their research.

Richard Bergström first guest in a new seminar series

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 13:30:00 GMT

Thursday 2 December, the Faculty of Pharmacy invites all employees to the premiere of a new seminar series. Our opening speaker is Richard Bergström, Sweden's vaccine coordinator and alumnus at Uppsala University. Post-seminar mingle, Free admission and mandatory pre-registration.

The Faculty of Pharmacy to inaugurate seven new professors

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 16:26:00 GMT

From fragile peptides to 3D-printed drugs. From optimised drug dosages to more effective drug use. Tuesday 16 November, the new professors of the Faculty of Pharmacy will give lectures directly from the frontline of pharmaceutical research before the Inauguration of Professors 2021.

From the mind of researcher Nadia Petersen • About to leave us for LEO Pharma

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 14:53:00 GMT

After almost three years at Uppsala University, I’m leaving to join LEO Pharma in Copenhagen. I have had a fantastic time here working together with Prof. Mats Larhed and Prof. Em. Anders Hallberg synthesising small molecule agonists for the AT2 receptor.

Present your research at SciFest 2022 – Registration open now

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 09:09:00 GMT

The Uppsala science festival SciFest returns to Fyrishov. 10–12 March 2022, researchers from Uppsala University and thousands of curious schoolchildren and adults will meet for a variety of activities, shows and lectures. As a researcher at the Faculty of Pharmacy, you can now register your participation.

Faculty of Pharmacy • Now also as Rollups

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 07:12:00 GMT

You who are an employee at the Faculty of Pharmacy can now use up to four rollups to profile our faculty's activities in connection with seminars, conferences and other gatherings.

Mentoring program with restrictions and new dimensions

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 12:29:00 GMT

In October, PhD students and mentors gathered in Uppsala to wrap up the first round of SweDeliver's new mentoring program. Although the pandemic limited most possibilities of interaction, no traces of digital fatigue were to be seen.

Uppsala University invests in lifelong learning for pharmacists

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 11:22:00 GMT

With four new courses in drug development, the Faculty of Pharmacy takes an important initiative in Sweden's ongoing investment in lifelong learning. "Our field is constantly moving forward and already ten years after graduation, professional pharmacists should update their skills," says Senior lecturer Per Larsson.

"We must restore the community between the faculty's PhD students

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 15:20:00 GMT

Just a minute… Rosita Kneiszl Pettersson, new Chair of The Pharmaceutical Doctoral Student Council (FDR), which is currently launching a broad and long-term agenda for the faculty's PhD students to work in the best possible environment. First on the list: Taco Night with a twist."

SEK 25 million to ENABLE-2 and continued development of new antibiotics

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 15:14:00 GMT

ENABLE, the EU initiative for antibiotic development led by Uppsala University, has received SEK 25 million from the Swedish Research Council to start up ENABLE-2. "We are already accepting project proposals and hope that this investment will inspire more financiers," says coordinator Anders Karlén.

Follow the Faculty of Pharmacy's Graduation Ceremony online

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:55:00 GMT

Saturday 25 September, a new generation of pharmaceutical experts will gather in Uppsala University's main auditorium to obtain their diplomas. The Faculty of Pharmacy invites parents, friends, relatives and faculty staff to follow the ceremony online!

ULLA21 a new successful chapter in the network annals

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 12:46:00 GMT

In July, the Faculty of Pharmacy hosted ULLA Summer School, the biannual event that brings together the future leaders in international pharmacy. As a result of the pandemic, seven days on site were redesigned to three days online. A challenge that did not prevent the meeting place from becoming a corona-secured success.

Webinar about your possibilities at Testa Center

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 12:34:00 GMT

Testa Center provides Uppsala University’s researchers access to state-of-the-art equipment for drug and bioprocess development. At the webinar "Academic research in the Testa Center – A testing bed for upscaling your biological innovations", you will learn about experiences and success stories. Pre-register now!

Survey to map the need for further pharmaceutical education

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 13:58:00 GMT

In which areas do you want to improve your competences? In order to map the profession's need for further pharmaceutical education, the Faculty of Pharmacy and Alumni Association Farmis are currently conducting a survey focusing on requests for new courses and formats.

A teacher's comment about returning to campus teaching

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 08:28:00 GMT

After what I feel is a terribly long time with online teaching, this semester feels very special. At the time of writing, I have not yet been booked for a campus lecture but I have high hopes that it will happen this semester, writes Christian Sköld, Excellent teacher at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry.

Jakob Haglöf is new excellent teacher at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 11:19:00 GMT

Just a minute & Congratulations… Jakob Haglöf, teacher of analytical pharmaceutical chemistry, educational developer AND Recently appointed excellent teacher at the Faculty of Pharmacy.

Joachim Gullbo is awarded the Hjärnäpplet Innovation Prize

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:23:00 GMT

Joachim Gullbo, alumnus with a pharmacy degree from the Faculty of Pharmacy, receives the Uppsala University innovation prize Hjärnäpplet for his key role in the development of better drugs for cancer.

Participate in the UU Innovation Mentor Program 2022

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:55:00 GMT

You, a researcher or PhD student at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, can now apply to participate in the UU Innovation Mentor Program. Take the chance to develop your research results into value-creating societal benefit and to build new networks in collaboration with a committed mentor. Apply no later than 30 September 2021.

Farmis invites to annual alumni meeting 21

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 08:05:00 GMT

Farmis invites to annual alumni meeting 27 September 2021. The meeting will include an exclusive lecture with Erik Fredholm, Vaccine Coordinator in the Örebro Region. Participate online via link. Please register no later than 25 September.

Apply for equal opportunities funding 2021

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 09:55:00 GMT

You who are employed or a student at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry can now apply for up to SEK 80,000 for equal opportunities projects within the Disciplinary Domain of Medicine and Pharmacy. Welcome with your application to the Equal Opportunities Committee no later than 13 September 2021.

Anja Sandström new Professor of Medicinal chemistry

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 09:33:00 GMT

The Department of Medicinal chemistry congratulates Anja Sandström on being promoted to Professor of Medicinal chemistry 1 July 2021.

Apply for the Swedish Pharmaceutical Society's scholarships no later than 31 October

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 12:21:00 GMT

The Swedish Pharmaceutical Society announces available scholarships for PhD:s/post docs to participate in conferences, courses, research stays and postdoc stays abroad or in Sweden. Students can apply for a travel grant to conduct a degree project abroad. Welcome with your application no later than 31 October 2021.

Andrea Benediktsdottir is awarded the Iris Scholarship for aspiring women

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 12:29:00 GMT

Andrea Benediktsdottir, PhD student at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, is awarded the Iris Scholarship for aspiring women in Sweden. With the scholarship, Andrea Benediktsdottir will participate in an interdisciplinary course focusing on antibiotics given in Veyrier-du-Lac, France.

Drugs in the Environment one of many new freestanding courses at the Faculty of Pharmacy

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 07:03:00 GMT

In 2021, the Faculty of Pharmacy is expanding its already wide range of freestanding courses. This year’s news includes Drugs in the Environment, Biologicals and Introduction to Nanomedicine - themes that respond well to society's challenges.

Lifelong learning – a new activity for higher education institutions

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 13:43:00 GMT

Higher education institutions being assigned new tasks is not something that happens every day. But that is exactly what is happening right now: from 1 July, higher education institutions will also be tasked with promoting lifelong learning.

Uppsala University Behavioral Facility brings animal studies to new heights

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 19:21:00 GMT

The Behavioral Facility at Uppsala University assists researchers in behavioral sciences in planning, executing and analysing preclinical animal studies. Demand for the platform's services is extensive, but the facility staff identifies additional scientific potential.

Test yourself – what good ideas can be found in your research?

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:06:00 GMT

Which of your research results have the potential to solve a problem in a new way? Take UU Innovation’s self-test to see whether what you are developing in your research has the potential to create value for others as well.

Testa Center and the Faculty of Pharmacy take bioscience to the next level

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:27:00 GMT

At Testa Center, researchers and teachers at the Faculty of Pharmacy have access high-quality laboratory environments. Here they meet the infrastructure and expertise required to take their innovations and students to new heights.

Webinar 14 June: Digitalization, medicine and pharmacy

Mon, 31 May 2021 14:22:00 GMT

Monday 14 June the Faculty of Pharmacy invites to webinar Digitalization, medicine and pharmacy – How well does our education meet future needs? Join online and contribute to the development of pharmaceutical educations to meet future needs.

They receive the Pharmaceutical Student Union's pedagogical awards

Thu, 27 May 2021 12:11:00 GMT

“Receiving the students' award after this challenging year feels extra great, says Lecturer Christina Wedén who, together with Ulrika Rosenström and Viktor Rognås, receive the Pharmaceutical Student Union's 2021 pedagogical awards.

New research to improve use of amphiphilic drug molecules

Wed, 19 May 2021 12:39:00 GMT

By exploring the aggregation properties of different amphiphilic molecules in microgels, Yassir Al-Tikriti, PhD student at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, aims to provide tools and knowledge of importance for future cancer therapies and antidepressants.

New biomarkers can lead to breakthrough in diabetes research

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 13:41:00 GMT

With the discovery of two new biomarkers, Olof Eriksson, researcher in translational imaging, may lead the way to the scientific breakthrough that will enable curative drugs and personalised treatments for diabetes.

Apply for funding for postdoc exchange between the Faculty of Pharmacy and SLU

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:42:00 GMT

Funding is now available for two postdoc exchanges, one hosted by the Faculty of Pharmacy or Fauculty of Medicine at Uppsala University, and one by a department at the SLU Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science.

Alumnus in focus: Erik Fredholm, vaccine coordinator in Region Örebro

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:41:00 GMT

Erik Fredholm, pharmacist in Region Örebro, has seen his working days change along the spread of the coronavirus. Three months have passed since he last took a break. At the moment he estimates that it will take another three months before his next visit to the coffee room.

New online course: Advanced cancer biology

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:40:00 GMT

Welcome to join the new course Advanced cancer biology, 7–11 June, covering important topics in the field of tumor biology. The course is primarily aimed at PhD students, postdocs and researchers. Apply no later than 14 April 2021.

The Faculty of Pharmacy top-ranked for higher education

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:39:00 GMT

In the QS World University Rankings, Uppsala University is ranked no. 37 in the world for studies in Pharmacy & Pharmacology. "This proves that our work at Uppsala University gives results, and also gives us important inspiration for the future," says Mathias Hallberg, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy.

Make your nomination for Alumnus of the Year 2021

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:37:00 GMT

Who among the Faculty of Pharmacy's many alumni do you think best deserves the Alumnus of the Year 2021 award at Uppsala University? You are welcome to nominate your candidate no later than 2 May.