Dunedin,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Pharmacology examines how drugs interact with living organisms, spanning from molecular mechanisms to clinical trials. Toxicology investigates the adverse impacts of chemical substances. At Otago, toxicology programs explore both environmental and human health aspects, with special attention given to pharmaceuticals and their development. These disciplines play a pivotal role in contemporary medicine, driving innovation in treatments for major diseases including cancer, diabetes, neurological disorders, and cardiovascular conditions. Pharmacology forms the foundation for progress across biomedical research fields, while toxicology provides crucial insights into humanity's influence in an evolving global environment.