Study level
BAC +5
ECTS
2 credits
Component
Faculty of Science
Hourly volume
20h
Description
This course covers the various molecular and supramolecular tools available for the vectorization and delivery of active ingredients, depending on the type of cells or intracellular organelles targeted. Ligand-receptor interactions are covered, as are methods for preparing and activating conjugates. Examples of drugs will be presented.
Hourly volumes* :
CM: 15 H
TD: 5 H
Objectives
Knowledge of molecular and supramolecular tools for vectorization and targeted delivery of active ingredients.
Necessary prerequisites
Chemistry of biomolecules level M1
A few notions of cell biology
Knowledge control
Final written exam, 2 hours:
- Authorized documents: no
- Non-graphic calculator allowed: yes
- Internet allowed: no
Syllabus
Course:
- non-viral gene therapy (lipoplexes, polyplexes) ;
- Targeted nanoparticles (PMO, MSN, silicon, etc. for 1-photon or 2-photon PDT, or cancer therapy; EPR effect);
- targeted therapeutic liposomes ;
- transport of active ingredients by cyclodextrins ;
- use of drug-antibody conjugates (DACs) in the treatment of certain cancers ;
- lysosome targeting (LYTAC) for pathogen degradation.
TD: Study of publications
Further information
Administrative contact(s) :
Secretariat Master Chemistry
https://master-chimie.edu.umontpellier.fr/