Course Catalog

The fourth course in the Medicinal Chemistry series starts by covering endocrinology pharmacology and drug classes that affect related systems including agents used in thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, diabetes, asthma, inflammation and those affecting male and female health. The course concludes by covering various classes of antibacterial, antiparasitic and antifungal agents. Basic concepts discussed include pathophysiology of related disorders, mechanisms of action, SAR, DDIs, adverse effects and clinical use.

Prerequisites: Completion of MedChem 600

Terms: Winter

A survey of the past, present and future of pharmacy in the context of drug discovery, including such topics as the history of pharmacy, pharmaceutical biotechnology and personalized medicine. The course examines the current state of global healthcare and its impact on drug discovery and the future of pharmacy.

Prerequisites: Second year PharmD students or permission of instructor

Terms: Winter

Experts from academica and industry will take you on a journey from bench science to new therapeutic agents. Students will learn how to translate preclincial studies to clinical trials adn FDA approval. Critical evaluation of clinical trials, patent issues and pharmacoeconomics will also be taught.

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of opharmacologic principles and permission of instructor

Terms: Winter

Experts from academica and industry will take you on a journey from bench science to new therapeutic agents. Students will learn how to translate preclincial studies to clinical trials adn FDA approval. Critical evaluation of clinical trials, patent issues and pharmacoeconomics will also be taught.

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of opharmacologic principles and permission of instructor

Terms: Winter

Advanced Topics in Medicinal Chemistry

Prerequisites: Medicinal Chemistry 532 and 533 or permission of instructor

Terms: Fall/Winter

Two semesters of enrollment required (1 credit total). This course teaches students about ethics and integrity in science. It takes advantage of case studies that link basic principles with specific examples, providing students with opportunities to discuss and develop concepts related to ethics and scientific integrity. A major teaching tool will be the use of case studies where students discuss model cases and are challenged to apply their own knowledge as well as their personal experiences and insights in order to derive appropriate solutions to the problems posed. This course is aimed at the predoctoral students at the College of Pharmacy.

Prerequisites: Graduate students at the College of Pharmacy, with permission of instructor

Terms: Fall/Winter

Two semesters of enrollment required (1 credit total). This course teaches students about ethics and integrity in science. It takes advantage of case studies that link basic principles with specific examples, providing students with opportunities to discuss and develop concepts related to ethics and scientific integrity. A major teaching tool will be the use of case studies where students discuss model cases and are challenged to apply their own knowledge as well as their personal experiences and insights in order to derive appropriate solutions to the problems posed. This course is aimed at the predoctoral students at the College of Pharmacy.

Prerequisites: Graduate students at the College of Pharmacy, with permission of instructor

Terms: Fall/Winter

Two semesters of enrollment required (1 credit total). This course teaches students about ethics and integrity in science. It takes advantage of case studies that link basic principles with specific examples, providing students with opportunities to discuss and develop concepts related to ethics and scientific integrity. A major teaching tool will be the use of case studies where students discuss model cases and are challenged to apply their own knowledge as well as their personal experiences and insights in order to derive appropriate solutions to the problems posed. This course is aimed at the predoctoral students at the College of Pharmacy.

Prerequisites: Graduate students at the College of Pharmacy, with permission of instructor

Terms: Fall/Winter

Two semesters of enrollment required (1 credit total). This course teaches students about ethics and integrity in science. It takes advantage of case studies that link basic principles with specific examples, providing students with opportunities to discuss and develop concepts related to ethics and scientific integrity. A major teaching tool will be the use of case studies where students discuss model cases and are challenged to apply their own knowledge as well as their personal experiences and insights in order to derive appropriate solutions to the problems posed. This course is aimed at the predoctoral students at the College of Pharmacy.

Prerequisites: Graduate students at the College of Pharmacy, with permission of instructor

Terms: Fall/Winter

The last course in the Medicinal Chemistry series covers anticancer agents, antiviral agents and biologicals, focusing on the pathophysiology of related disorders, mechanisms of action, SAR, DDIs, adverse effects and clinical use. The course concludes with a number of capstone sessions run by faculty from both the basic and clinical science departments and aim to highlight the integrative nature of these sciences.

Prerequisites: MedChem 610

Terms: Fall

The second in a sequence of three courses needed for the PharmD Investigations requirement. This semester of the series is designed for students to obtain hands on experience in conducting their research and collecting and analyzing all research data. Students work under the supervision of their faculty mentor to develop data collection forms and methods to archive data in a way that facilitates their analysis.

Prerequisites: Medicinal Chemistry PharmD Investigations - Research Proposal

Terms: Winter

The course consists of several interactive lectures and workshops about the process of grant writing. The students select a research topic for an NIH R21-type grant propsal, complete a draft, and present it to the class for peer feedback.

Terms: Fall

The students finalize the research proposal drafted in MedChem 740 and make an oral presentation to their committee.

Prerequisites: MedChem 740

Terms: Winter

Selected Topics

Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor

Terms: Fall/Winter

Weekly or Bi-weekly Medicinal Chemistry Seminar Series featuring lecturers from University of Michigan, or other outside institutions.

Terms: Fall/Winter

Election for dissertation work by doctoral students not yet admitted to candidacy.

Prerequisites: Advanced doctoral student status

Terms: Fall/Winter

Election for dissertation work by doctoral student admitted to candidacy.

Prerequisites: Doctoral candidacy

Terms: Fall/Winter

A practical work experience related to the field of Medicinal Chemistry and consultation with a faculty advisor. Students enrolled are participating in a work experience directly related to their academic studies during which they are consulting with a University professor in the field. At the end of the work experience, the student submits a paper which relates employment opportunity to the enhancement of his or her academic studies to the consulting professor to receive credit for the course.

Prerequisites: Permission Required

Terms: Fall, Winter, Spr, SprSum, Sum

This course will give students the opportunity to explore careers in the healthcare and drug development industries, especially for those who are pursuing a degree in pharmaceutical sciences. Students will have the opportunity to shadow practitioners in these fields, while they also receive an introduction to medical terminology. Students from all degree programs are welcome to take this course.

Terms: Fall

This course will cover the basics of pain, from neuroanatomy to medications. Students taking this course will hear from experts in the field of pain pathophysiology and treatment.

Terms: Fall/Winter