College College of Pharmacy Program Doctor of Pharmacy Course Title Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Course Code PPI 421 Department Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Industries Course General Description This course offers a comprehensive exploration of key areas in pharmaceutical biotechnology. Topics covered include therapeutic proteins, covering biophysical and biochemical characteristics, stability, production, purification, formulation, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and immunogenicity. Additionally, the course explores monoclonal antibodies, including structure, therapeutic applications, and their role in cancer and inflammatory diseases. Gene therapy concepts, such as molecular basis, delivery systems, and clinical applications, are also reviewed. Special topics in pharmaceutical biotechnology, including dispensing biotechnology products, evidence-based practice, advanced therapies, and genomics, are explored. This course provides a solid foundation for understanding and utilizing biotechnological advancements in the pharmaceutical industry.