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Milestone Moments – From Bench to Brilliance

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🎓Coleman Earns PhD and Begins Career at the FDA!

Congratulations to Dr. Coleman, who has officially completed his PhD and is now starting an impactful career at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). His scientific rigor and commitment to translational research have been a cornerstone of our lab’s success. We’re excited to see the difference he’ll make in public health and drug delivery science!
– Aug 2025

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🎓Angela Graduates with PhD and Joins Eli Lilly!

We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Angela has successfully completed her PhD and is now beginning an exciting new chapter at Eli Lilly. Her dedication, innovation, and collaborative spirit have left a lasting impact on our lab group. Congratulations, Angela — we’re proud of you and wish you continued success in your career!
– May 2025

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🏅 Ziyue Wins Best Abstract Award at AAPS 2025 PharmaSci360!

We’re proud to announce that Ziyue Zhong, PhD candidate in our lab group, received the Best Abstract Award at AAPS 2025 PharmaSci360 for her outstanding work on Nexplanon drug release modeling. Her research impressed the scientific community with its innovation and clarity, showcasing the power of modeling in advancing long-acting drug delivery systems. Congratulations, Ziyue — your work continues to inspire!
– June 2025

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🏆 Adwait Wins Community Choice Award at Empower Your Pitch 2025!

A big congratulations to Adwait Pradhan for winning the Community Choice Award for Excellence at UT Austin’s 2025 Empower Your Pitch competition! His compelling presentation, “Downsizing pills: can we make medicines easier to swallow?”, captivated the audience and showcased his innovative approach to improving patient experience in drug delivery. We’re proud to see Adwait representing our lab with such creativity and impact.
– April 2025