MBC.A12

Module description

Module coordinator

apl. Prof. Dr. Regine Heller

Requirements for module admission

Enrolment in one basic module

Module is required for

Specialization module

Type of module

Required elective module, advanced module

Frequency of offer (module cycle)

Yearly (WS)

Duration of module

1 Semester

Composition of module / types of components (lecture, exercise, seminar, practical training, excursion)

Seminar: 2 hours per week per semester

Practical training: 5 hours per week per semester

Credit points (ECTS credits)

10 cp

Work load in hours:

• In-class studying
• Self-study (incl. exam preparation)

105 h

195 h

Contents

This module provides knowledge about the interaction of pharmacological agents with cellular and molecular targets. It introduces molecular techniques as well as principles of target-based rational drug design and focuses on drug development for the treatment of neurological, inflammatory, cardiovascular and oncological diseases. The focus lies on the description of cellular drug effects and their consequences for the function of organs and the whole organism.In seminars, students will present topical scientific publications (each student 2 presentations). In practical courses active principles of pharmacological agents will be demonstrated using cell lines and primary cell models.

Learning and qualification objectives

Students get an overview about molecular mechanisms of pharmacological agents and gain a deeper understanding of the complex interactions between drugs and drug targets. They will learn to critically read and discuss the related scientific literature. In practical courses, they become familiar with pharmacological research topics and approaches, and learn to apply modern laboratory techniques.

Requirements for admission to module exam

Note

Requirements for the award of credit points; exams (weighting of grades in %)

Seminar presentation (100%)

Proof of successful participation in practical course