MSc Medicinal Chemistry

The graduate program in Medicinal Chemistry serves to train students in the application of chemical research techniques (e.g., synthesis, analysis,) to the study of design, synthesis and characterization of pharmacologically active molecules. The program offers both PhD and MS degrees. Research among the Medicinal Chemistry faculty share an interest in using a combination of chemistry, biology, pharmacology, and computation to understand the relationships between chemical structure and biological activity. Some examples include: the investigation and elucidation of the mechanism of active molecules, the design, synthesis and optimization of potent and selective ligands, development of new biochemical probes, and pharmacokinetics, metabolism and toxicology of beneficial and toxicagents.