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What Do Viruses Do And How Do We Control Them (Coursera) Coursera
Imperial College London

What Do Viruses Do And How Do We Control Them (Coursera)

Dive into the intriguing realm of virology with 'What Do Viruses Do And How Do We Control Them'. This comprehensive course unravels the mysteries behind viral infections, from their initial interaction with hosts to replication, spread, and the impact on disease. Understand how viruses evolve and learn about the cutting-edge strategies used to control them, including antiviral treatments and vaccination.

Jul 27th 2026
5-12 Weeks
How Vaccines Work (Coursera) Coursera
Imperial College London

How Vaccines Work (Coursera)

Dive into the fascinating world of vaccines with our online course 'How Vaccines Work'. Explore the scientific principles that make vaccines effective, from inducing immunity to controlling disease outbreaks. Gain insights into the development process of new vaccines and their crucial role in public health.

Jul 27th 2026
4 Weeks
Targets, Assays & Screening (Coursera) Coursera
Novartis

Targets, Assays & Screening (Coursera)

Embark on a journey into the world of drug development with our Targets, Assays & Screening course. Delve into the critical initial phases where potential drugs are identified from vast libraries of molecules. This course will equip you with an understanding of various assays and screening methods used to pinpoint compounds that could lead to breakthrough therapies.

Jul 27th 2026
3 Weeks
Pharmacokinetics (Coursera) Coursera
Novartis

Pharmacokinetics (Coursera)

Embark on a journey into the world of Pharmacokinetics with this engaging online course offered by Coursera. Designed for students and professionals alike, this course provides an in-depth understanding of critical concepts such as absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion (ADME), and how to interpret drug concentration-time data to calculate essential pharmacokinetic parameters like volume of distribution, half-life, and clearance.

Jul 27th 2026
3 Weeks
Pre-formulation (Coursera) Coursera
Novartis

Pre-formulation (Coursera)

Embark on a comprehensive journey through pre-formulation with this Coursera course. Master the art of developing active compounds into effective formulations for animal studies and early human clinical trials. Explore critical aspects like enhancing drug solubility, selecting the right crystalline form, determining the route of administration, and understanding the nuances between drug substance and drug product.

Jul 27th 2026
3 Weeks
Introduction to Drug Hunting (Coursera) Coursera
Novartis

Introduction to Drug Hunting (Coursera)

Dive into the world of pharmacology with our 'Introduction to Drug Hunting' course. This beginner-friendly program offers a high-level overview of the critical steps in preclinical drug discovery, including research, development, and the crucial role of competitive intelligence in project strategy. Ideal for those new to the field or seeking a broad understanding before delving deeper.

Jul 27th 2026
3 Weeks