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We Move Science and Health
Based at the University of Toronto, the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy is located in the heart of Toronto’s Discovery District, one of the most vibrant research ecosystems in North America. We are the top-ranked faculty of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences in Canada and among the top in the world.
Our research interests encompass every aspect of the drug discovery process, as well as the socioeconomic, ethical, and safety implications of medication use. Our scientists and research teams are actively engaged in six overarching Research Areas that generate new knowledge across the spectrum of drug therapy, clinical care, and health policy.
Our scientists drive the discovery of new therapies, technologies, and pharmacy practices to improve patient care, safety, and access.
University of Toronto: A Global Leader
#2Internationally for medical research* |
80%of inventions include a student or postdoc inventor |
1,000+Patent applications |
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*According to the 2024 QS World Rankings.
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Centres & Initiatives
Through our Research Centers & Initiatives we are building research communities that bring together multidisciplinary teams working to provide breakthroughs in areas of common interest.
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Research News
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AI-powered platform accelerates discovery of new mRNA delivery materials
Self-driving LUMI-lab system combines AI and robotics to advance design and evaluation of lipid nanoparticles for mRNA delivery.
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Proteins that spur metabolism can be activated by cashew nut byproduct
Researchers led by Associate Professor Carolyn Cummins found that LDT409—a compound derived from cashew nut shell waste—activates key metabolic receptors to reverse obesity and improve metabolic health in high-fat-diet mouse models.
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Faces of PharmSci: Alexa Muir
Supervised by Associate Professor Lisa McCarthy, Alexa Muir is a second-year MSc student whose research explores how optimizing medication use can improve health and quality of life for older adults in long-term care.
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Research by the Numbers
2024 – 2025
21.2M
Research Funding
107
Active Grants
29
Research Awards
600+
Publications