Fine-Tuning Lead Compounds

Module code: CHE702P

Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM2

Contact: Dr Eva Galante

This module is designed to teach students about the process of lead compound optimization in drug discovery. Lead compounds are compounds that show promising activity against a specific target, but often require further modification to improve their efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetic properties. Students will learn how to fine-tune lead compounds through various chemical modifications to improve their potency, selectivity, pharmacokinetics, and toxicity profiles. The module will cover topics such as structure-activity relationships, chemical modifications, synthetic viability, ligand efficiency, bioisosteres, prodrugs and ADME/Tox profiling.

Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 50.0% Coursework, 50.0% Examination
Level: 7