Jingjing Yu

Innovating in the domain of pharmaceutics, Jingjing Yu serves as an Affiliate Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics at the University of Washington. She also holds adjunct and affiliate faculty positions at the UW School of Pharmacy. With a robust academic background, Jingjing Yu earned her MD degree in Preventive Medicine and an MS degree in Psychology from Peking University. She further advanced her expertise by obtaining an MS degree in 2005 and a PhD degree in Biology in 2007 from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Dr. Yu's research is primarily centered on the critical areas of drug-drug interaction assessment, safety evaluation, and risk management during drug development. Her work is pivotal in ensuring that new pharmaceuticals are both effective and safe for public use. By focusing on these aspects, she contributes significantly to the advancement of pharmaceutical sciences, aiming to mitigate potential risks associated with drug therapies. Her interdisciplinary approach, combining her knowledge in preventive medicine, psychology, and biology, allows her to address complex challenges in drug development. This unique perspective enhances her ability to develop innovative strategies for managing risks and ensuring the safety of drug interactions. Dr. Yu's contributions to the field are not only academic but also practical, as she collaborates with various stakeholders in the pharmaceutical industry to implement her research findings. Her dedication to improving drug safety and efficacy underscores her commitment to advancing healthcare outcomes. Through her teaching and research, Dr. Yu inspires the next generation of pharmacists and researchers, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle future challenges in pharmaceutics. Her work continues to influence the field, driving progress and innovation in drug development and safety evaluation.