MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR PRINCIPLES IN PHARMACOLOGY

PHMSCI 432

Basic biochemistry as the biochemical basis for drug action. Focus on biopolymers (proteins, nucleic acids) as intended and unintended targets of current drug therapy and the major biochemical pathways in which they operate. Review of protein structure, enzymatic activity, metabolic pathways, membrane biochemistry, mechanism of drug action, DNA mutation and repair.

PHMSCI 581

In-depth introduction to the molecular and cellular principles of pharmacology. Emphasis on the mechanisms of drug and small molecule action in cells, with a focus on downstream signaling pathways, second messenger systems, protein kinase cascades, and the regulation of gene transcription.

PHMSCI 761

Introduction to basic concepts of drug delivery and action, methods used to study drug action. Includes a brief survey of drugs acting on the cardiovascular system, the central nervous system and other drug targets.

PHMSCI 680

Learn about essential components of drug development and cutting-edge research in drug discovery, drug action, and drug delivery. Focus on useful and practical information and essential underpinnings in chemistry, biology, physical chemistry, and engineering.

PHMCOL-M 875

Special topics in pharmacology. Topics may vary.