Pharmacy History Working Group: Ryan A. Kashanipour, University of Arizona
AIHP is pleased to announce the Pharmacy History Working Group in collaboration with the Consortium for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine. The Pharmacy History Working Group is a space for exploring how pharmacy has shaped and been shaped by science, society, and culture across time and around the world. From ancient materia medica to modern pharmaceutical giants, pharmacy has always been more than just pills and prescriptions. It is a profession, a science, a business, and a deep human endeavor. This group delves into the multifaceted nature of pharmacy: as a healing art, a site of knowledge production, a tool of empire, and a driver of global economics.
We intend to spark interdisciplinary conversations among historians of science, medicine, and technology, as well as scholars in pharmaceutical studies, STS, and medical anthropology. We aim to think across borders—geographic, temporal, and disciplinary—and bring together individuals who are curious about how pharmacy has evolved in various contexts, from colonial drug trades to contemporary AI-driven drug development.
Our regular meetings will feature a mix of book talks, manuscript workshops, roundtables, and introductions to the archive. We are accepting proposals for presentations/workshops for our 2026 meetings.
How to attend:
Visit the CHSTM website, create an account, and request membership in the workgroup. Visit the CHSTM site on the day of the event and click the meeting link to join.
