For Immediate Release

Contact: John M. Martino
Phone Number:  (215) 895-1186
Date: 07/24/02

Misher College of Arts and Sciences at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia Names New Dean

University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) recently announced that Dr. C. Reynold Verret, is the new dean of Misher College of Arts and Sciences.  In his new position, Dr. Verret will lead a diverse faculty of scholars and educators.

Dr. Verret is a biochemist with research interests in immunology and cell-mediated cytotoxicity.  He also has developed research interests in biosensors and in protein chemistry and maintains a strong commitment to science education from K to 12. Before coming to USP, Dr. Verret held the position of chair of chemistry at Clark Atlanta University.  He was also an adjunct professor at the Morehouse School of Medicine.  His public advisory roles have included membership on committees and panels of the National Institutes of Health and of the National Science Foundation. 

Dr. Verret earned a B.A. in biochemistry from Columbia College, Columbia University, and a Ph.D. in biological chemistry from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.  He also served on the faculty at Tulane University before joining Clark Atlanta University. 

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