Overview

The Department of Physiology and Biophysics conducts programs of teaching and research in physiology that contribute to the training of medical practitioners and doctorate (Ph.D.) level research scientists. The development of problem solving skills is a major emphasis. In addition, the Department provides appropriate instruction of physiology to dental, allied health and graduate students.

The Department serves as a resource to the University and the larger community by providing research on basic science and health related problems. It teaches the fundamentals of research and endeavors to stimulate an appreciation for and use of the scientific method in its graduate training program. The individual scholarship of the faculty is encouraged. The discovery, preservation and communication of new knowledge are major objectives. The department also serves as a resource to the community by providing leadership in health related matters.

Werner M. Graf, M.D., Ph.D.
Professor and Chairman
wgraf@howard.edu
Tel: (202) 806-6330
Fax: (202) 806-4479

Staff

Leona P. Anzures
Budget Specialist
Adams Bldg 2420
(202) 806-6330, lanzures@howard.edu
Charles N. Ball
Senior Lab. Technician
S.G. Mudd Bldg 226
(202) 806-9722
Rajendra S. Rawat
Grants Administrator
Adams Bldg 2418C
(202) 806-6337
Eva K. Polston, Ph.D.
Technical Director
Specialized Neuroscience Research Program
Adams Bldg 2518F
(202) 806-9867 ekpolston@comcast.net
Ernestine V. Burruss
Administrative Assistant
Adams Bldg 2420
(202) 806-6336, eburruss@howard.edu