Techniques of organic and inorganic synthesis including reaction control, vacuum and fractional distillation, uniform reagent addition, controlled stirring, operation in inert atmosphere, safe handling of toxic or unstable reagents, and chromatographic purification. Theoretical aspects of reaction kinetics and the experimental methods used to measure the rate of reactions. Selected topics in protein structure and function, especially enzymology. Development of analytical procedures for complex pharmaceutical preparation utilizing modern techniques. CH 799 Master's Research Candidates for the Master of Science degree, specializing in chemistry or pharmacognosy, are required ro complete a research project under the direction of a member of the Department.
Graduate students present a formal seminar based on their research endeavors.
3 lecture hours Synthetic and natural medicinal agents. Synthetic procedures for production of various classes of medicinal compounds as well as the design of potential drug substances. Topics of current interest in organic chemistry. Detailed treatment of topics not ordinarily included in a classical course. Students expected to keep abreast of current literature.