Dr. Phil DeYoung did a post doc at Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center and Harvard Medical School . Currently a Principal Scientist in Oncology R&D at GlaxoSmithKline in Pennsylvania , Dr. DeYoung says:

“My FAU experience was invaluable. The Doctoral program provided the necessary foundation so that one day I may achieve my goals of making meaningful contributions not only to science but to cancer patients as well.”

Dr. Dmitriy Minond, currently at Scripps Florida , says:

"Research that I did in Dr. Gregg Fields's lab, in combination with courses that I took while in the Ph.D program, prepared me for the multidisciplinary team environment that I'm working in now at Scripps Florida."

Dr. Mireille Aleman, who now leads the cell-based drug screening efforts at FAU, says:

“My experience as a Ph.D student in Dr. Narayanan’s research laboratory has been invaluable. I realize daily how the training I received is instrumental in my current position, to assist me in discovering new ways to diagnose cancer more accurately, developing the basis for making the treatment less toxic and learning how to improve current drugs.”

Dr. David Khan, now working at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia , says:

"My experience as a graduate student at FAU working in Dr. Gregg Fields’s laboratory has provided me with the necessary skills to work here in the interactive atmosphere at Fox Chase Cancer Center , bridging the gap between basic and clinical research."

Dr. Yuanjun He, now at Scripps Florida , says:

“The training in Dr. Salvatore D. Lepore’s lab opened the door for me to explore the world of novel small molecular therapeutics of a variety of disease areas, including cancer and Parkinson's disease.”

Mari Heghinian, a current Ph.D. student, says:

“The ability to integrate chemistry and biology in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Program is providing me with a solid and well-rounded background to pursue a career in a multifaceted scientific environment.”

Mr. Girish Barot, another current Ph.D. student, says:

"The Doctorate program at FAU granted me an opportunity to reach the pinnacle of perfection in my endeavors and get a thorough feedback which will nurture my present and future efficiently. Working under the outstanding guidance of Dr. Narayanan and Dr. Carraher helped me to acquire the versatility needed to reach my full potential as a scientist in cancer research."

Patrick Cosme, now a Ph.D. student, says:

"As an alumnus and current graduate student at FAU, I have had the opportunity to witness many positive changes in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The faculty is committed to making our research program one of the strongest in the nation and there is a tangible effort to address student needs. I believe this is a great time to be a graduate student at FAU."

Nina Bionda, another current doctoral student, says:

"The opportunity to learn from highly skilled and well published research scientists is what brought me to FAU's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. I am confident that my work in peptide synthesis solidifies both the technical and mental competencies required for a career as a research professional."

Dr. Yuxiang Zhao, currently a contract Assistant Professor at Ball State University says:

“Not only the research experience I obtained from Dr. Cyril Parkanyi’s lab but also the teaching skills I learned as a graduate Teaching Assistance really helped me for my academic career.”