CHEM 0157 - Medicinal Chemistry

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Tufts University

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Description:

Molecular-level mechanism of action of compounds useful in human medicine. Introduces the biochemistry of a biological system relevant to a particular disease process, then focuses on the detailed interaction of chemotherapeutic agents with the system. Material is drawn principally from the primary literature. Course is not comprehensive. Topics may include antiviral/antitumor agents, compounds affecting immunity and inflammation, antibiotics, nucleic-acid-based therapeutics, and combinatorial drug discovery methods Prerequisites Biology 13 and Chemistry 52. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester Course is taught in alternate years

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tufts.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 628-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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