Description
The medicinal chemistry couse covers methods used in the synthesis of organic compounds, with particular attention to medicinal products and illicit substances. Emphasis on receptors and enzymes will form a major component of the course. Discussions will also focus on different groups of molecules, which have been developed to modulate the function of these proteins. Futhermore, aspects of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics will be discussed as well. There will be modules and discussions that relate to current issues and the synthesis of medicinial products.
Prerequisites: CHE 312 and BIO 101.