How are drugs discovered? How are their safeties determined? How much does it cost? Who pays for it? Why do medicines cost so much? Have you ever asked yourself any of these questions? Perhaps only rivaled by the political system; the pharmaceutical industry is one of the most critically considered industries and enterprises in society today. But is that image deserved? All these questions and more will be answered as we discuss the pharmaceutical industry and drug development. The good; the bad; and the ugly of this necessary industry are covered. No prior experience in a science class is necessary. Student work includes participation in class discussions and a term paper and presentation on a pharmaceutical compound of the student’s choosing.
Prerequisites
Be in the Honors Program