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Drug Development Meets Physics

This project explores the applications of physics in drug development, enhancing our understanding and effectiveness of drugs from molecular interactions to delivery and quality control.

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8 weeks, 2-3 hours per week
Intermediate
No experience required
No experience required
Some experience required
Degree and experience required

Description

Spectroscopy and spectrometry are indispensable analytical techniques in drug discovery, extensively used to analyze molecular structures, interactions, and concentrations at every stage of the process. Their ability to provide detailed qualitative and quantitative data makes them essential for developing safe and effective drugs.

In this Build Project, you will explore the physics principles behind these techniques and their real-world applications. You'll also read and analyze spectroscopy and spectrometry data. By the end of the project, you will be able to identify and present a real-life case study on their use in drug development. This project offers valuable, hands-on experience for students aiming for careers in biotechnology and drug development.

Session timeline

  • Applications open
    January 16, 2024
  • Application deadline
    February 18, 2025
  • Project start date
    Week of July 8, 2024
    Week of
    March 10, 2025
  • Project end date
    Week of

What you will learn

  • Learn the fundamental concepts of physics used in spectroscopy and spectrometry.
  • Gain skills in analyzing and interpreting spectroscopy and spectrometry data.
  • Use case studies and projects to apply what you’ve learned to real-world drug development scenarios.

Project workshops

1
Introduction to Physics in Drug Development
2
Fundamentals of Spectroscopy
3
Exploring IR and NMR Spectroscopy
4
Fundamentals of Spectrometry
5
Data Analysis and Interpretation
6
Applications in Drug Development
7
Applications in Drug Development - Presentations
8
Project Review and Closure

Prerequisites

  • Introductory Chemistry knowledge such as chemical structures, reactions, and properties of molecules.
  • Knowledge of fundamental Physics concepts such as electromagnetic radiation and energy transfer.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data using software tools (such as Excel) for data processing and visualization.
  • Comfortable with algebra, calculus, and statistical analysis for interpreting data and performing calculations.

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About the expert

Irene is a BioPhysics Fellow at DREAM Venture Labs, where she collaborates with students on hands-on educational projects that bring Physics concepts to life.
As a Quality Control Associate at Akston Biosciences, she ensures the precision and safety of pharmaceutical products by conducting thorough testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and final products.

She holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics.

In her free time, Irene enjoys exploring new worlds through reading fiction.

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