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Pharmaceutical Biology III
Pharmazeutische Biologie III
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Abstract
In-depth discussion of selected examples of herbal drugs, including most recent research data. Discussion of selected examples of clinically used isolated natural products (and their derivatives) with a particular focus on antibiotics.
Objective
In-depth knowledge about mechanisms of action and clinical efficacy of important herbal medicines. Critical evaluation of published data. Knowledge about therapeutic applications of isolated natural products, in particular in the areas of chemotherapeutics/antibiotics (selected examples).
Content
In-depth discussion of selected examples of herbal medicines taking into account most recent findings on their mechanism of action and on clinical efficacy, but also including new data on the biosynthesis of major constituents (if applicable). Discussion of selected examples of medically used natural products and structurally related derivatives (isolated compounds) with particular focus on antibacterial agents.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Will be provided in parts before each individual lecture. (Paper copies as well as electronic version).
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Pharmazeutische Biologie III |
|
1 h weekly |