This course introduces the chemical principles underlying medical diagnosis. Topics include disease biomarkers, analytical methods for disease detection in clinic lab, and the chemistry of medical imaging. Students will also develop skills in literature research, critical analysis, and scientific communication through reviews, presentations, discussions, and proposal writing.
Priority enrolment will be given to students in the Specialist Program in Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, and the Specialist Program in Chemistry, followed by students in Major Program in Biochemistry, and Major Program in Chemistry.
