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Credits
This is a 1-credit course.
Description
This is a foundation course whose aims are to provide an introduction to the principles of Medicinal chemistry, including an understanding of drug structure-activity relationships, prediction of the physico-chemical properties of a drug, basic knowledge of the major pathways of drug metabolism, and factors that can contribute to drug-drug interactions.
This course provides a solid understanding of essential concepts used in all areas of pharmaceutical sciences, such as:
- Influence of degree of ionization and ionizable functional groups on drug formulations, drug absorption, and target interactions
- Identification of drug-target interactions and how they relate to lead structure development and refinement
- Application of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles that are essential at all stages of the drug development process and enable cross-communication among different research groups and stakeholders
- Translation of important preclinical drug development steps for submission of a successful investigational new drug application with the FDA
Upon successful completion of this course, constituting at least a grade of “C” or 70% of the course, course participants are awarded a digital badge that can be shared via social media and becomes part of their e-portfolio. A digital badge recognizes the acquisition of new skills and knowledge to present to their peers, employers, and other interested parties.
Final Exam
This course has a final online exam which students take at the end of the semester. The exam will be proctored using HonorLock (please see technical requirements on this website: https://app.honorlock.com/support/msr-check).
More information about HonorLock including a student orientation is provided on their website. You can check out the student guide tour on the HonorLock website: https://prep.honorlock.com/
In order to take the final exam, you will need the following equipment:
- Web camera or built-in camera for laptops
- Microphone (built-in with web camera or separate)
- Stable (preferably hard-wired) internet connection
If you have additional questions about the content of this course, please contact Clinical Professor & Director, Dr. Oliver Grundmann (grundman@ufl.edu).
Library Access
UF online graduate students enjoy the same library privileges as on-campus students. Visit the University of Florida Libraries to find books, journals and more.