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PHR 510 Modern Methods in Pharmaceutical Analysis (5)
A course which deals with the application of modern analytical methods, primarily instrumental methods, in the determination of the strength, purity and quality of drugs and pharmaceuticals. Laboratory exercises include analysis of raw materials and finished dosage forms. Lecture, three hours; laboratory, four hours. Prereq: CHE 226.
PHR 520 Special Topics in Pharmacy Law (2)
Discussion of the legal framework and special legal issues in pharmacy practice. Topics will include application of antitrust laws to pharmacy, patent, and trademark issues relevant to pharmacy, legal issues related to prescription drug insurance programs, professional liability and legislative issues as drug product selection. Prereq: PHR 831
PHR 530 Radiopharmaceutics (3)
Basics of radioactive decay and detection. Labelling of molecules and cells with radionuclides. Imaging systems and clinical aspects of radiopharmaceuticals. Radioanalytical applications in pharmaceutical sciences, including position tomography and gamma scintigraphy. Development of new radiopharmaceuticals and absorbed dose calculations. The principles of radiation safety and radiobiology. Prereq: consent of instructor.
PHR 545 Sterile Parenterals and Devices (2-3)
The course will describe the fundamental concepts, principles and techniques involved in the characterization, development, evaluation and preparation of sterile products. Lecture, two credits; lecture with laboratory, three credits. Prereq: PHR 846 and PHR 825 or equivalent and consent of instructor.
PHR 612 Quantitative Pharmacodynamics (3)
Quantitative treatment of dynamics of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion, including development of both mathematical models and model-independent approaches for describing these processes. Prereq: PHR 802 (or equivalent), MA 114 and consent of instructor. (Same as PHA 612).
PHR 622 Advanced Biopharmaceutics (2)
Advanced treatment of factors affecting drug availability from dosage forms and the influence of the route of administration and the dosage regimen on drug availability. Prereq: PHR 612.
PHR 630 Pharmaceutical Rate Processes (3)
Kinetics of reactions of pharmaceutical interest; mechanisms of drug decomposition and theoretical approaches to stabilization and preservation; accelerated stability analysis. Prereq: MA 213, CHE 538, CHE 548 and PHR 631.
PHR 631 Equilibrium Phenomena in Pharmaceutical Systems (3)
An advanced study in special topics of a physical chemical nature which are applicable to pharmacy, with special emphasis on physical properties and molecular structure, solubility, complexation and equilibria in solution. Prereq: physical chemistry.
PHR 647 Introduction to Molecular Pharmacotherapeutics (3)
A discussion of the development of potential therapeutic entities using molecular biotechnology, Recent advances in the design and delivery of target-specific treatments such as special peptides, monoclonal antibodies and gene therapies will be the primary focus. Prereq: BCH 501 and 502, BCH 401G or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
PHR 649 Advanced Molecular Pharmacology (2)
The intent of this course is to describe the molecular aspects of a variety of physiological systems that are subject to pharmacological manipulation. Emphasis will be on the molecular genetics, biochemistry and subcellular organization and biology of these systems, and on the pharmacological techniques used to study these systems. Genetic diseases associated with these systems will also be described. The course will focus on areas of research which represent the forefront of modern pharmacological investigation. Prereq: PHA 522, PGY 502, BCH 501, 502, or consent of instructor. (Same as PHA/TOX 649).
PHR 665 Ethical Issues in Clinical Research (3)
Based on NIH guidelines for Responsible Conduct of Research, this course will present ethical and regulatory guidelines for conducting clinical research. Prereq: Participation in curriculum leading to Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Skills, or permission of instructor. (Same as CPH 665)
PHR 748 Master's Thesis Research (0)
Half-time to full-time work on thesis. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters. Prereq: All course work toward the degree must be completed.
PHR 749 Dissertation Research (0)
Half-time to full-time work on dissertation. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters. Prereq: registration for two full-time semesters of 769 residence credit following the successful completion of the qualifying exams.
PHR 760 Topics in Pharmaceutical Sciences (1-4)
This course deals with emerging concepts in pharmaceutical sciences which are not being covered in other courses. May be repeated to a maximum of 10 hours. Prereq: consent of instructor.Topics covered in recent years include:
- Advanced Pharmacology
- Drug Targets and Actions
- Molecular Neurobiology
- Practical Applications of Drug Metabolism
- Techniques in Pharm Analysis
- Cardio Journal Club
- Neuroscience Journal Club
- Pharmacogenomics Journal Club
- Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics and Drug Metabolism Literature Discussion Group
- Solid State Chemistry Review
- Transport Proteins Journal Club
PHR 762 Bioorganic Mechanisms (3)
An in-depth discussion on the bioorganic chemistry aspects of the active sites of enzymes and drug receptors, the molecular base of drug design, and principles of drug metabolism. Within these topics, the mode of action of some of the major coenzymes and drugs will be discussed from a mechanistic chemistry point of view. Prereq: CHE 538, CHE 633, BCH 501, or consent of instructor.
PHR 764 Drug Development Regulation and Clinical Research (3)
A study of the pharmaceutical development process and its regulation, including a detailed examination of clinical research methodologies. Students will demonstrate their competence by developing a clinical trail protocol. Prereq: Enrollment in the Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate Program or consent of instructor.
PHR 767 Dissertation Residency Credit (2)
Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended
PHR 768 Residence Credit for the Master's Degree (1-6)
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours.
PHR 769 Residence Credit for the doctor's Degree (0-12)
May be repeated indefinitely.
PHR 776 Seminar in pharmaceutical Sciences I (1)
Reports and discussion of pertinent research and literature in the pharmaceutical sciences. Required of all graduate students. Prereq: Graduate Standing.
PHR 778 Seminar in Pharmaceutical Sciences II (1)
Reports and discussion of pertinent research and literature in a disciplinary area of the pharmaceutical sciences. May be repeated to an eight-credit maximum. Prereq: graduate standing.
PHR 780 Special Problems in Pharmaceutical Sciences (1-6)
Selected problems of laboratory or literature nature in which a student pursues a topic of interest to him under the supervision of a faculty member particularly qualified in that area. May be repeated once. Prereq: consent of instructor.
PHR 790 Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences (1-12)
Research work to be conducted in selected areas of pharmaceutical sciences. Prereq: approval of student's special committee and consent of instructor.