Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

This subject will cover advanced drug delivery nanotechnologies and parenteral formulations.

This will involve:

• Drug delivery nanotechnologies
• Microemulsions
• Liposomes
• Injectables

Objectives

Describe the principles behind the formulation of nanotechnology drug delivery systems, microemulsions, liposomes and parenteral formulations.

Assessment

Final exam (3 hour): 70%; practical reports: 30%.

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Ben Boyd

Contact hours

24 1 hour lectures

Prerequisites

VPS2102 Product development I
VPS2071 Formulation chemistry I
VPS2072 Formulation chemistry II

Additional information on this unit is available from the faculty at:

http://www.monash.edu.au/muso