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Overview
This Drug Discovery and Development - Overview of the End-to-End Therapeutic Development Pipeline course offered by Harvard Medical School Online examines how scientific advances, emerging technologies, and cross-disciplinary collaboration contribute to the creation of new medical interventions. Participants explore the journey from identifying healthcare challenges to generating potential treatment solutions, gaining insight into the scientific, operational, and decision-making factors involved in bringing new healthcare products toward patient use.
Key Facts
The programme explores target identification, biological research approaches, experimental models, clinical investigation frameworks, and the evaluation of evidence throughout the product lifecycle. Learners examine laboratory practices, treatment optimisation, ethical oversight, decision-making processes, and the responsibilities of review organisations involved in assessing new healthcare interventions. The course also considers how scientific discoveries are translated into practical healthcare applications and how evidence informs decisions throughout the pathway from concept to implementation.Programme Structure
Topics included:
- Project Initiation and Selection
- Disease and Indication Assessment
- Mechanisms of Drug Action
- Genetics in Drug Discovery
- Pharmacological
- Biochemical and Cell Models
- Disease Models
- Small Molecule Discovery
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Boston, United States
Disciplines
Pharmacology View 8 other Short Courses in Pharmacology in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This course builds on foundational science by exploring complex concepts through engaging biomedical visualizations, clinical applications, and real-world scenarios. Participants are recommended to have prior knowledge of basic biology and pharmacology to gain the greatest benefit from the material.
- The course is suitable for professionals new to the drug development industry who are seeking an introduction to the principles, processes, and future directions of the drug development pipeline. It is also appropriate for learners planning careers in pharmaceutical or medical research, as well as healthcare professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of drug discovery and development.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full - Out-of-State1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full
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Domestic
Applies to youIn-State1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full
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