MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY II

PHMSCI 531

Basic concepts in the chemistry of small molecule medicinal products. Structure activity of cholinergic, adrenergic, serotonergic and dopaminergic agents, antidepressant, antianxiety drugs, opioids, and antihistamines. Overview of drug metabolism and the clinical effects of metabolic drug interactions and genetic variability in drug metabolism genes.

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.

PHMSCI 932

Weekly series that provides exposure to a diverse array of research topics. Students enroll in one of three sections, corresponding to their research core (Drug Action, Drug Discovery, or Drug Delivery). Students in their 2nd-year and beyond present their research progress or review literature. The course includes talks from nationally and internationally recognized scientists from academia and industry.

PHMSCI 931

Weekly series that provides exposure to a diverse array of research topics. Students enroll in one of three sections, corresponding to their research core (Drug Action, Drug Discovery, or Drug Delivery). Students in their 2nd year and beyond present their research progress or review literature. The course includes talks from nationally and internationally recognized scientists from academia and industry.

PHMSCI 493

Specialized subject matter of current interest to graduate students.