SURG 5100. Biopharmaceutical Drug Dev. 3 Credits.

Provides a practical overview of the end-to-end process of bringing a therapeutic from concept to clinic and market. Covers target identification, lead optimization, preclinical development, formulation, clinical trial design, regulatory strategy, and manufacturing considerations. Emphasis is placed on translational science, risk management, and decision-making across development stages. Students gain insight into how scientific, regulatory, and commercial factors intersect to shape successful drug development programs in both small- and large-molecule therapeutics. Prerequisite: Biochemistry, Chemistry or Instructor permission.

SURG 6990. Special Topics. 1-18 Credits.

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SURG 6993. Independent Study. 1-18 Credits.

A course which is tailored to fit the interests of a specific student, which occurs outside the traditional classroom/laboratory setting under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.