PBB281 – Pharmacognosy
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
Course content
The subject comprises natural products of importance in medicine and pharmacy, the organisms in which they are produced, and their biosynthesis. Emphasis is laid on the chemical/-biochemical properties of the natural products, their isolation, analysis, biological activity and use.
Learning outcome
The students should acquire knowledge about medical natural products, with emphasis on their chemical properties, biological activity and use.
Admission
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Prerequisites
Formal prerequisite knowledge
KJ 101/ KJ 120, KJB 201, PKA 246, PBF 251.
Recommended previous knowledge
All the preceding courses
Teaching
1 semester, Lectures: A total of 45 hours, Study groups: A total of 11 hours, Labwork: A total of 140 hours (mandatory).
Examination
Written exam (6 hours)