Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development
Explore the journey of drug development from lab to patient, covering discovery, safety, clinical trials, and new technologies in pharmaceuticals.
Explore the journey of drug development from lab to patient, covering discovery, safety, clinical trials, and new technologies in pharmaceuticals.
This course provides a comprehensive overview of small molecule drug discovery and development, from initial research to patient delivery. It covers various stages including early drug discovery, metabolism and pharmacokinetics, safety profiling, clinical trials, and emerging technologies. The curriculum emphasizes patient needs, disease biology, medicinal chemistry, and the regulatory framework governing drug development. Designed for scientists, health professionals, and those interested in pharmaceutical research, it offers insights into both academic and industry approaches to drug discovery.
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What you'll learn
Understand the different stages of drug discovery and development
Learn about tools and technologies influencing new medicine development
Explore drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics, and drug safety
Gain insights into clinical development processes and regulatory requirements
Understand the roles of various specialists in the drug discovery value chain
Examine case studies in global health drug discovery
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This course includes:
6.3 Hours PreRecorded video
8 quizzes,1 peer review
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to small molecule drug discovery and development. It covers the entire process from initial research to patient delivery, including early drug discovery phases, disease biology, medicinal chemistry optimization, drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics, safety profiling, and clinical trials. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of patient needs and integrates case studies, particularly in malaria and tuberculosis research. Students learn about various drug discovery strategies, screening methods, and the critical aspects of moving a drug candidate from the lab to clinical trials. The course also explores the regulatory framework governing drug development and discusses how new technologies are shaping the future of pharmaceutical research.
The starting point for drug discovery: The needs of the patient
Module 1 · 4 Hours to complete
The early phases of drug discovery
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
Drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics and drug safety
Module 3 · 6 Hours to complete
Development phase
Module 4 · 4 Hours to complete
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Bridging Language and Science in Drug Discovery Education at the University of Cape Town
Dr. Susan Winks is a lecturer at the University of Cape Town, specializing in English courses, including "Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development." Her academic background and teaching focus on the intersection of language and scientific communication, particularly in the context of drug discovery and development processes. Dr. Winks is dedicated to enhancing student understanding of complex scientific concepts through effective communication strategies
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