CHEM347

Drug Discovery and Development

15 points

Not offered 2021

For further information see School of Physical & Chemical Sciences

Description

This course covers the drug discovery and development process, all the way from lead generation, to structure optimisation, synthetic production, the protection and development of intellectual property, and crossing regulatory hurdles and clinical trials. As part of the course students will participate in an interactive mock drug discovery exercise. The course will also comprise significant Bicultural components, including ethical and legal considerations of obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi, Treaty Claims, and the rights of indigenous peoples.

Prerequisites

Recommended Preparation