Aspects of innovation (history, theory, strategy etc) and technology (strategies, acquisition, assessment) will be covered by this course. Intellectual property and asset management, including issues surrounding contracts, licensing, transfer, negotiations and commercialisation will also be explored. Included will be case…
Curriculum: CRDI Clinician Scientist Structured
Drug Discovery and Development
Topics covered: The development of the pharmaceutical industry Pharmacokinetic and pharmacology issues in discovery The rise of biopharmaceuticals Delivery of biotech molecules by non-injected routes Gene delivery using viral and non-viral vectors Clinical development from Phase 1-Phase 4 with case…
Introduction to Biomedical Systems: Genomic Technologies
DNA microarrays as a model biomedical system, Review of microarray relevant molecular biology, Algorithmic foundations of DNA & protein coding; Introduction to microarray design & technology, Issues in image processing, data storage and management of microarray data, LIMS issues, the…
Molecular and Cellular Biology
The fundamentals of cell and molecular biology are provided during this course. Topics include cell composition, structure of DNA and RNA, RNA transcription, protein synthesis, cell signaling, cell death.
Advanced Statistics for Clinical Research
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Biostatistics Workshop
The aim of this module is to provide participants with an overview of fundamental biostatistical methods, an understanding of the key concept of variability and a practical working knowledge of the statistical techniques they are likely to encounter in applied…
Disseminating Your Research (Blended Learning)
Disseminating Your Research is comprised of the following course materials: Selecting a Conference, Presenting and Networking. Getting Published. Workshop. Type of Course: The course employs a combination of e-learning using materials delivered via Blackboard and a face-to-face workshop with discussion…
Scientific Writing
Based largely on a peer review exercise, this module aims to provide students with an in depth understanding of the process of scientific publication. Topics include journal author guidelines, review article types, how to write a good review article, how…
STEPS – Scientific Training for Enhanced Postgraduate Studies
Objective: To give postgraduate students an introduction to principles and practice of scientific research, particularly through focussing on scientific writing and presentation skills. To use case studies from the recent history of science to illustrate principles discussed. Students completing…
Research Methods and Statistics for Health Professionals
This module is designed for students undertaking research in the health and allied health professional area, particularly physiotherapists and radiographers. It introduces students the theoretical background that underpins informed research methods, research practice and statistical analysis, provide students with the…