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MedChem 532 – Chemical Biology in Drug Discovery
Credits: 3
This course covers topics in chemical biology as they are applied to the process of drug discovery, including the identification and validation of new targets and the development of novel therapeutic agents. The course will utilize a combination of lecture and primary literature discussion, as well as opportunities for students to gain skills in science communication and the preparation of research proposals.
Terms: Fall
MedChem 532 – Chemical Biology in Drug Discovery
Credits: 3
This course covers topics in chemical biology as they are applied to the process of drug discovery, including the identification and validation of new targets and the development of novel therapeutic agents. The course will utilize a combination of lecture and primary literature discussion, as well as opportunities for students to gain skills in science communication and the preparation of research proposals.
Terms: Fall
MedChem 535 – Principles of Drug Design
Credits: 3
Sources of leads. Lead selection from HTS and virtual screening. General design principles. Drug design with defined target structure. Drug design without defined target structure. ADMET Optimization. Case Histories.
Prerequisites: MedChem 532 or Permission of Instructor
Terms: Winter
MedChem 535 – Principles of Drug Design
Credits: 3
Sources of leads. Lead selection from HTS and virtual screening. General design principles. Drug design with defined target structure. Drug design without defined target structure. ADMET Optimization. Case Histories.
Prerequisites: MedChem 532 or Permission of Instructor
Terms: Winter
MedChem 550 – Ethics & Research [Cross-listed with Pharmacology 504]
Credits: 0.5
Ethics & Research
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
Terms: Fall/Winter
MedChem 550 – Ethics & Research [Cross-listed with Pharmacology 504]
Credits: 0.5
Ethics & Research
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
Terms: Fall/Winter
MedChem 570 – Research
Credits: 1-6
The experiences will vary depending on the specific faculty member's project but may include: conducting clinical or basic science research, performing an extensive review of the literature and preparing a summary report/manuscript, analyzing data that has previously been collected. Students may work on a single project or be exposed to several types of projects during the course. For specific details of the course, students should contact individual faculty.
Prerequisites: PharmD students. Permission of instructor.
Terms: Fall, Winter, SprSum
MedChem 573 – Investigations in Medicinal Chemistry
Credits: 1-6
Original investigation of a laboratory or library problem to be selected after consultation with the instructor. A paper is required.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
Terms: Fall/Winter
MedChem 595 – Machine Learning for Drug Discovery [Cross-listed with Bioinformatics 595]
Credits: 3
This course introduces fundamental concepts and methods of chemoinformatics, structural biology, and machine learning. Discussion includes breakthroughs in scientific foundation model application, plus generalizability of drug discovery predictions. Emphasis is on understanding fundamental concepts in bioinformatics and practical application of data science tools and methods to problems in medicinal chemistry.
Prerequisites: Instructor Consent Required, advisory prerequisite BIOINF 575
Terms: Winter
MedChem 600 – Principles of Drug Action III
Credits: 4
This course is a continuation of MC510 and starts by covering classes of drugs used in various cardiovascular disorders such as hypertension, including diuretics, arrhythmias, angina and congestive heart failure. The course concludes by covering drugs classes acting on the central nervous system. Basic concepts discussed include pathophysiology of related disorders, mechanisms of action, SAR, DDIs, adverse effects and clinical use.
Prerequisites: Completion of MedChem 510
Terms: Fall
MedChem 610 – Principles of Drug Action IV
Credits: 4
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
MedChem 617 – Exploring Pharmacy; Past, Present and Future
Credits: 2
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 and third year PharmD students only.
Terms: Winter
MedChem 621 – Translational Pharmacology: From Drug Discovery to Therapeutics [Cross-listed with Pharmacology 621]
Credits: 2
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: Fall
MedChem 621 – Translational Pharmacology: From Drug Discovery to Therapeutics [Cross-listed with Pharmacology 621]
Credits: 2
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: Fall
MedChem 635 – Advanced Topics
Credits: 2
Advanced Topics in Medicinal Chemistry
Prerequisites: Medicinal Chemistry 532 and 533 or permission of instructor
Terms: Fall/Winter
MedChem 660 – Responsible Conduct of Research and Scholarship in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Michigan
Credits: 0.5
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
MedChem 660 – Responsible Conduct of Research and Scholarship in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Michigan
Credits: 0.5
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
MedChem 660 – Responsible Conduct of Research and Scholarship in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Michigan
Credits: 0.5
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
MedChem 660 – Responsible Conduct of Research and Scholarship in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Michigan
Credits: 0.5
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
MedChem 700 – Principles of Drug Action V
Credits: 3
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