Discovering and designing novel drugs to improve
Health Outcomes
Modernizing Drug Discovery
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Developing Therapeutic and Chemopreventive Agents for Breast Cancer Interception and Prevention
Qiang Shen of Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans will address breast cancer biology, specifically experimental therapeutics and preventive agents for breast cancer using animal models.
Research Capabilities
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMS
The UH Drug Discovery Institute is developing several programs to provide students with the tools, resources and knowledge to pursue careers in research for the development of novel drugs for unmet medical needs.
UH-Heart Program
Funded by the American Heart Association (AHA), the UH-HEART program provides summer research experiences that prepare participants for future careers in cardiovascular-related research. All eligible students are invited to apply!
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Join DDI
Become a part of UH’s newest institute focused on the development of novel drugs for unmet medical needs!