CHEM 192 - Special Studies in Chemistry

Semester Hours: 1-3

Current Special Topics

Drug Design and Synthesis

This course explores the fundamental principles of biomaterials from both a chemical and engineering perspective, emphasizing their design, synthesis, characterization, and applications in medicine and biotechnology. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of synthetic polymers, biopolymers, metals, ceramics, and composite biomaterials, along with their mechanical, chemical, and bio-physiological properties. Topics will include polymer synthesis and characterization, biomaterial surface properties, host response to biomaterials, and regulatory considerations, including FDA safety and ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards.

Through a combination of lectures, literature reviews, case studies, and student-led presentations, students will analyze real-world applications in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, drug delivery, and medical devices. The course will emphasize problem-solving and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing students to select and design biomaterials for biomedical applications.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Permission of instructor. No liberal arts credit. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

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Summer Session I 2026

Summer Session II 2026

Summer Session III 2026

Fall 2026