Development of materials for health

This teaching unit is dedicated to presenting materials and nanomaterials intended for use in the biomedical field (imaging, therapy, implants, etc.). The aim is to provide a representative overview of health issues where materials and nanomaterials play an essential role in diagnosis, therapy, and well-being. Strategies for developing the materials and nanomaterials of the future will also be discussed.

The prerequisites for developing materials for healthcare and their behavior/interaction with living organisms will be explained. Examples of inorganic materials and nanomaterials (inorganic nanoparticles, various materials for implants, etc.), organic materials (polymers, liposomes, etc.) and materials of biological origin used as contrast agents for various types of imaging, as therapeutic agents, or as implants will be presented.

The EU offers courses taught through lectures and tutorials. 

Hourly volumes:

            CM: 11

            TD: 9

The aim of this course unit is to provide theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in the chemistry of materials and nanomaterials used in the field of health. The objectives of this course unit are listed below:

• Master the concepts and notions related to materials and nanomaterials applied in the biomedical field.
• Be aware of the major issues in the field of health where (nano)materials are used.
• Understand the specific characteristics of the design of this type of (nano)material, the prerequisites for their use, and their behavior in a living organism.
• Know the main methods for synthesizing this type of (nano)material and their characterizations.
• Know the main classes of (nano)materials, their properties, and their applications.
• Know the main techniques for diagnosing and treating certain pathologies.
• Know how to analyze scientific and technical articles.

polymers, inorganic materials, nanomaterials

Final exam

Inductive (problem-based) and deductive teaching methods. Materials available on the digital workspace (Moodle): Course documents, tutorial documents, and activities with corrections will be available on Moodle. Reference publications will also be made available.

Administrative contact(s):

Master's Program in Chemistry Secretariat

https://master-chimie.edu.umontpellier.fr/