BIOTECHNOLOGY CAPSTONE

BIOMDSCI 831

Investigate state-of-the-art topics of global importance to biotechnology. Integrated skills and knowledge to achieve synergistic levels of understanding the importance of biotechnology today. Formulate the scientific, ethical, and regulatory standards used in the development of novel technologies around the globe. Increase awareness for intellectual collaboration and entrepreneurship opportunities.

CRB 844

Focuses on state-of-the-art topics of global importance in biotechnology. Skills and knowledge from previous courses are integrated and applied to achieve a new level of synthesis and depth of understanding about important programs in biotechnology today. Deepen technical understanding of novel technologies and broaden awareness of ethical and regulatory issues in biotechnology globally. Increase awareness of opportunities for intellectual collaboration and entrepreneurship.

CRB 846

Goal is to identify a global biotechnology problem, find a technical solution, and analyze all aspects from a business, regulatory, and scientific perspective.

BIOMDSCI 800

Explore core concepts of how intellectual property, patent law, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, licensing and patent litigation specifically relate to the field of biotechnology. Evaluate how types of intellectual property work to protect a product or service. Explain the importance of patents in terms of licensing and technology transfer. Assess the unique aspects of early-stage intellectual property, including how it pertains to market dynamics, pricing and valuation.

BIOMDSCI 822

Explore contemporary issues in the business of biotechnology and apply concepts critical to the success of modern biotechnology firms. Focus on modern problem-solving topics, including issues relating to corporate leadership, fundings sources for product development, customer identification, financial accounting management, and negotiation.