Department of BioMolecular Sciences
We are a department of leaders in interdisciplinary life sciences dedicated to improving human and environmental health through education, biological and chemical research, and committed service.
Our Department
Dedication to Excellence
Cutting-edge research, practical experience, and our commitment to innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and personalized mentorship empower students to reach new heights and set the standard for greatness in Bio-molecular science.
Leaving Our Mark on Research
As a graduate student, you will be deeply immersed in research with our faculty. The BMS' faculty and scientists maintain active, funded research programs in a variety of science fields.
UM Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates
The program aims to provide educational science research opportunities at the University of Mississippi to undergraduate students seeking research experiences and considering a career in research or academia. It allows students to learn about cutting-edge STEM-related topics, develop presentation and communication skills, practice networking skills, and explore and develop their interest in cutting-edge STEM-related research. In addition, the program aims to educate students beyond lab specifics and nurture them for successful careers in STEM, graduate, and/or professional programs.
Meet The Department
Kristine Willett
- Chair and Professor of Pharmacology & Environmental Toxicology in BioMolecular Sciences and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Paul Boudreau
- Assistant Professor of Pharmacognosy and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
David Colby
- Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Director of Online Graduate Programs for BioMolecular Sciences
Jessica Crawley
- Operations Coordinator II
Robert Doerksen
- Associate Dean of the Graduate School, Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Rama Sarma Gadepalli
- Senior Scientist
Mckenna Garrison
- Associate R&D Biologist
Deborah Gochfeld
- Principal Scientist in National Center for Natural Products Research, Research Professor of Environmental Toxicology in Biomolecular Sciences and Adjunct Professor of Biology
Sherrie Gussow
- Operations Coordinator II
Katie Heath
- Principal R&D Biologist
Ikhlas Khan
- Director, the National Center for Natural Products Research; Distinguished Professor;Research Professor of Pharmacognosy; Program Director for Federal Drug Administration Program; and Research Professor and Coordinator for Natural Products Research in the
Shabana Khan
- Principal Scientist in the National Center for Natural Products Research and Research Professor in Pharmacognosy
Brenton Laing
- Assistant Professor of Pharmacology and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Jing Li
- Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Xing Li
- Principal Scientist in the National Center for Natural Products Research and Research Professor in Pharmacognosy
Candace Lowstuter
- Operations Coordinator II
Fakhri Mahdi
- Principal R&D Biologist
Katherine Martin
- Principal Research and Development Biologist
Sushil Mishra
- Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Hang Nguyen
- Postdoctoral Research Associate
Rachel Parmelee
- Lecturer
Vitor Pomin
- Associate Professor of Pharmacognosy and Research Associate Professor in the Research Institute Pharmaceutical Sciences
Hayley Prescott
- Instructional Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Sciences
John Rimoldi
- Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Environmental Toxicology in Biomolecular Sciences, Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Director of Research and Graduate Affairs in Biomolecular Sciences
Gregg Roman
- Professor of Pharmacology in Biomolecular Sciences and Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Courtney Roper
- Assistant Professor of Environmental Toxicology and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Joshua Sharp
- Associate Professor of Pharmacology, Research Associate Professor in Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry and Acting Associate Dean for Research
Cole Stevens
- Associate Professor of Pharmacognosy and Research Associate Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
James Stewart
- Associate Professor of Pharmacology and Research Associate Professor in the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Marc Slattery
- Professor of Pharmacognosy, Environmental Toxicology in BioMolecular Sciences, Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Director of NIUST
Noa Valcarcel Ares
- Instructional Associate Professor of Pharmacology and Instructional Coordinator for BioMolecular Sciences
Joshua Zhu
- Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry and Research Assistant Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Our Research Areas
Dietary Supplements and Medical Cannabis
Carve out your place in two in-demand industries to advance policy, research, and product design.
Environmental Toxicology
Participate in research and educational activities seeking to identify and resolve environmental and human health issues.
Medicinal Chemistry
An interdisciplinary field of chemistry, biology, and pharmaceutical sciences. You will be involved in the development of new therapeutics for diseases.
Pharmacognosy
You will research the chemistry and pharmacology of bioactive natural products and their application in disease treatments.
Pharmacology
Research how chemical agents, including potential therapeutic candidates, act on biological systems.
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