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UT Austin College of Pharmacy Ph.D. student Ayobami Aiyeolemi is exploring how stigma impacts individuals living with sickle cell disease and developing new ways to measure its effects on health outcomes. His research was recently highlighted by the PhRMA Foundation as part of its Researcher Spotlight series.

Hyeun Ah Kang, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Health Outcomes at the University of Texas College of Pharmacy, is part of an interdisciplinary UT faculty team selected for a Good Systems seed grant to advance human‑centered artificial intelligence research. The team's project will develop AI and GIS tools to identify gaps in maternity care access and inform strategies for improving health care resource allocation across Texas.

Dr. Jamie Barner has been recognized with the College of Pharmacy's Excellence in Graduate Teaching and Mentoring Award for her outstanding contributions as an educator and mentor. Known for her holistic approach, she inspires and supports graduate students both inside and outside the classroom. Her dedication to teaching and mentorship continues to shape the next generation of pharmacy scholars.

Dr. Tyler Varisco assumes a new role as director of the College of Pharmacy's Pharmacy Addictions Research & Medicine (PhARM) Program and assistant professor in the Division of Health Outcomes.

Anton L.V. Avanceña, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the college's Division of Health Outcomes, is a co-author of a recent study featured in Cancer Therapy Advisor examining treatment gaps for alcohol use disorder (AUD) among cancer survivors. Dr. Avanceña discusses the study’s findings, including the low rates of treatment initiation and the need for integrated approaches to address AUD in oncology settings. His expertise in health outcomes research continues to inform efforts to improve care for cancer survivors.