About PHRM 1990 A
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Exploring plant sources for drugs; Special Topics courses cannot carry CC designations. Open to Degree and PACE students
Section Description
Plants have been evolving secondary metabolites for millennia. Different cultures have investigated these phytochemicals for therapeutic use potential. In this interdisciplinary course we will identify historical and modern plant-based therapeutic products. Plant-based products will be discussed based on plant morphology, phytochemistry, and their place of origin. We will examine the current process of drug development through investigation of botanical drug approval in the US. To do this we will critically examine the evidence of plant-based products in terms of safety and effectiveness in pre-clinical and clinical trials. We will introduce the safety, purity, and efficacy standards used in drug development. This course will provide students with a foundation of evidence-based scientific knowledge in a complex and evolving area of medicine, while introducing key concepts in plant biology, human physiology, and pharmacology.
Section Expectation
In person class - attendance is expected except for qualifying health reasons - notifications needed. Course materials in Brightspace. Goals: 1. Participation: students will be expected to view presentations, participate in discussions, and complete quizzes, assignments, and exams. 2. Written Assignment: All students will be required to submit a written assignment that will require outside research and scientific writing. (2 pages in length 12-pt font, double spaced with proper citation information) 3. Exam format: Exams will consist of primarily multiple-choice questions with the possibility of additional formats (i.e. True/False, Matching, short essay).
Evaluation
4 exams 80% (20% each), 1 Assignment 15%, Participation 5%
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