Jere E. Goyan

Jere E. Goyan

Jere E. Goyan was an American pharmacist and academic who served as the Commissioner of Food and Drugs from 1979 to 1981. He was the first pharmacist to hold this position.

Early Life and Education

Goyan was born in Oakland, California. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in 1952. He later received his Ph.D. in pharmaceutical chemistry from the same institution in 1957.

Career

Goyan began his career as a faculty member at UCSF, where he eventually became the Dean of the School of Pharmacy. His research focused on the development of new drug delivery systems and the pharmacokinetics of drugs.

Commissioner of Food and Drugs

In 1979, Goyan was appointed as the Commissioner of Food and Drugs by President Jimmy Carter. During his tenure, he worked on improving the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) regulatory processes and enhancing the safety and efficacy of pharmaceuticals. He also played a key role in the implementation of the Drug Regulation Reform Act.

Later Life and Contributions

After leaving the FDA in 1981, Goyan returned to academia and continued his research and teaching at UCSF. He was a member of several professional organizations, including the American Pharmacists Association and the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists.

Legacy

Goyan is remembered for his contributions to the field of pharmacy and his efforts to improve drug regulation in the United States. His work has had a lasting impact on the safety and effectiveness of pharmaceuticals.

See Also

• Food and Drug Administration
• Pharmacy
• Pharmaceutical chemistry
• Drug Regulation Reform Act

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