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Better in Belfast: why you can't miss Pharmacology 2025

27 Oct 2025 published October 2025

Pharmacology 2025 in Belfast promises cutting-edge science, inspiring speakers, and unforgettable social events in a world-class venue.

Spotlighting the recipients of the 2024 Vacation Studentship

17 Oct 2025 published October 2025

Each summer, the Vacation Studentship empowers budding pharmacologists with funding and hands-on research experience. In 2024, ten students explored topics from cancer biology to neuropharmacology—gaining skills, confidence, and a deeper passion for science.

Pharmacologists Make Glasgow: Glasgow Pharmacological Society’s Annual Seminar

16 Oct 2025 published October 2025

he Glasgow Pharmacological Society held its 2025 Annual Seminar, bringing together researchers from Glasgow’s universities. Professors Graeme Milligan and Andrew Tobin discussed how GPCR and kinase insights are driving therapies for obesity, asthma, and malaria. The event showcased Glasgow’s strength in translating molecular science into treatments, thanks to all who made it a success!

Dexter's Laboratory - My journey in pharmacology.

09 Oct 2025 published October 2025

Dexter Lursili, a recent pharmacology graduate and BPS member, moved from medicine to drug discovery at the University of East Anglia. His project Day in the Lab with Dexter led to founding the Student Pharmacologist Network, now connecting over 270 UK students with support and opportunities.

Scientist with an art brush

03 Jul 2025 published July 2025

Dr. Rashmi Patil tells the story of how her joint passions for pharmacology and art have combined to enhance her research, and bring her closer to the challenges that patients face.

Connecting the Present and Future of Pharmacology: Cardiff University Alumni Networking Event

03 Apr 2025 published April 2025

As president of the Cardiff University's pharmacology society, Felicity Johns pulled together an inspiring event, where she brought together alumni and current students to explore the career paths that are opened to anyone studying a pharmacology degree.

The magic of BPS meetings

13 Feb 2025 published February 2025

Paul Miller explains the benefits of attending a BPS focused meeting, and invites you to join us in Cambridge in April.

Gaining work experience at Hull York Medical School

29 Jan 2025 published January 2025

Sixth form student Mollie England felt inspired by her time doing work experience at the Centre for Biomedicine within Hull York Medical School, which was facilitated by the BPS.

From tradition to transition – the evolution of Pharmacology Matters

23 Jan 2025 published January 2025

To end his term as Editor in Chief of Pharmacology Matters, Professor Steve Tucker discusses his experience as part of the editorial board, and the many changes that have happened within the world of BPS content.

Resources for Pharmacology Education

10 Jan 2025 published January 2025

In a recent BPS educators networking meeting, 30 educators discussed what types of pharmacology education resources are needed, and how they can be centralised and accessed.

My experience at the President’s Lecture

27 Nov 2024 published November 2024

Chau Vu, a final-year biochemistry student at the University of Birmingham, reports back from the 2024 edition of the President's Lecture, where Professor Andrew Morris delivered a lecture.