Science of Solid Dosage Forms & Advanced Pharmaceutical Technologies
Module code: PHA7007-B
Module Aims
To develop a critical understanding of the properties of the solid state and its significance in the design, development, and performance of solid pharmaceutical dosage forms as well as its impact on associated processing technologies.
There is a particular focus on particle engineering and relevant technology.
A key aspect is hands-on experience of current technologies.
Outline Syllabus
Topics to be covered include; crystallisation technologies, amorphous forms and polymorphism, particle engineering, melt extrusion, coating, freeze drying of proteins, and nanocrystals.
The laboratory classes will attempt to put principles discussed in lectures into practice and will develop laboratory skills as well as scientific report writing.