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376-0300-00L 3 Credits MSC , NDS D-HEST , D-BIOL , D-GESS

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Essentials in Translational Science

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Jörg Goldhahn, Dr. Noé Karl Brasier, Dr. Dietmar Schaffarczyk

NOT COMPULSORY ANY MORE! Instead of the course Essentials in Translational Science any elective master course(s) can be taken to cover the 3 credits.

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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:30:43

Abstract

Translational science is a cross disciplinary scientific research that is motivated by the need for practical applications that help people (e.g. Medicines). The course should help to clarify basics of translational science, illustrate successful applications and enable students to integrate key features into their future projects.

Objective

After completing this course, students will be able to understand: Principles of translational science including medical device development, intellectual property, regulatory environment and project management Students should be able to apply this knowledge in drug development programs in Pharma, Biotech or their own spin-off.

Content

What is translational science and what is it not Including: How to identify need? How to choose the appropriate research type and methodology How to measure success? How are medical devices developed? How to handle IP in the development process? How does the regulatory environment impact innovation? How to manage complex development projects? Positive and negative examples will be illustrated by distinguished guest speakers.

Resources

Literature

Principles of Biomedical Sciences and Industry Translating Ideas into Treatments https://doi.org/10.1002/9783527824014

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language: English
Levels: MSC , NDS
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: written 45 minutes
Aids: None
Digital: The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.

Handing in the mock exam and participating in the seminar will count as a 0.25 bonus for the final exam.

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Essentials in Translational Science	Fri 10:15-12:00 (ML H 44)	2 h weekly