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Course Description

Summary

This course explores the nature of drugs and the role of synthetic organic chemistry in drug development. Nature is the best chemist. However, building biologically active molecules using synthetic organic chemistry enables researchers to produce enough material to allow for thorough scientific investigation. As a result, synthetic chemistry remains a key step in drug discovery. By studying classic examples from the literature, such as the synthesis of the anti-cancer agent Taxol, students will develop an understanding of efficient synthetic strategies and their application in drug discovery. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice, encouraging students to think critically about the creativity that goes into elegantly building a biologically active compound.