Course: Getting to Know Pharmaceutical Biotechnologies: More than Science in a Lab

What does pharmaceutical biotechnology research look like at the University of Padua? In this video, you will find out more about the university’s long history (hint: since 1533!) and its …

Adalimumab, commonly known by its brand name Humira, is a medication used to treat several autoimmune conditions: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) Juvenile idiopathic arthritis Psoriatic arthritis Ankylosing spondylitis Crohn’s disease Ulcerative …

The exploration of pharmaceutical biotechnologies, particularly in the realm of Red Biotechnology, has significantly advanced in addressing human health issues through therapy, diagnostics, and drug delivery. This sector is pivotal …

Drug discovery is essential for healthcare advancement but comes with significant challenges and costs. Biomedical research has evolved from serendipitous methods to more rational, strategic approaches, notably through the integration …

A pill of history That bacteria can acquire DNA from outside has been known since 1928 following Griffith’s experiment. However, it was necessary to wait until the second half of …

The term biotechnological (or biological) drug refers to a macromolecule, typically a recombinant protein, approved for therapeutic use and produced through biotechnological processes using living organisms. This definition, which takes …

Let’s start this journey together! Bringing a new drug to market is a complex and challenging process. It consists of multiple stages of research, development, testing, and regulatory hurdles. Throughout …

In this glossary, you can find the meaning/definition of the concepts used throughout this course. Feel free to go back to it in case you need to clarify a particular …

As important as it is to take steps forward, it’s also necessary to look back and see those who helped clear the path for us. Who are the famous scientists …

Welcome to this course! “Getting to know Pharmaceutical Biotechnologies: more than science in a lab” covers the critical aspects of drug biotechnology, including the design, production, and characterization of innovative …