Research and Post Graduate Training
Research focus area: Drug research and Development Faculty of Health Sciences, North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus Most of the members of this focus area are employees of the School of Pharmacy and also registered Pharmacists. They act as tutors for academic interns during their Masters degree studies. We have 12 NRF-rated members in this focus area. Sub-programmes Drug design and mechanisms in neuropsychiatry and neuroprotection In this sub-programme there are several internationally recognized researchers with expertise in chemical synthesis of organic compounds, chemical-physical characteristics, structure-activity relationship and drug design, metabolism, inborn errors of metabolism, analytical method development, mitochondrial studies etc. The group also focuses on the diseases and therapy of the central nervous system (CNS), specifically anxiety and stress-related disorders, and the involvement of neurodegeneration. The sub-programme aims to develop animal models of neurological and psychiatric illnesses (in vitro and in vivo) with the aim of improving our understanding of the biological basis and pharmacological treatment of a given disorder. Drug Delivery Drug delivery has an excellent team working on drug delivery processes across biological membranes in order to enable more efficient bioavailability and delivery of drugs and the development of novel cost effective drug delivery systems. Research on the physico chemical aspect of formulation for industry is also our core business. Post graduate programmes All post graduate programmes are managed by the focus area. We offer Masters, Ph.D as well as Post Doctoral training. Students can do an academic internship during their Masters degree studies in the School of Pharmacy. Magister Scientiae In the School of Pharmacy a M.Sc. can be obtained in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmaceutics. Admission requirements Students in possession of a four year B.Sc.(Farm), or B.Pharm. degree, or a Hons.B.Sc. in a relevant field of study or a qualification deemed equivalent by the Senate, will be admitted. In the case of a three year B.Sc.(Farm) or B.Pharm. degree, additional courses as determined by the Subject Leader will be required. Minimum duration The minimum duration of the study is one year. Courses Pharmacology Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmaceutics Curriculum The curriculum consists of A dissertation on a approved subject. Courses as required by the Programme co-ordinator and Advisor. An oral and/or written examination serving as a test for specialised knowledge in the discipline from which the subject for the dissertation was chosen and/or related subjects. Philosophiae Doctor Admission requirements A relevant M.Sc. or M.Pharm. degree or any qualification deemed equivalent by the Senate. Minimum duration The minimum duration of the study is two years. Courses MODULE DESCRIPTION Pharmacology Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmaceutics Curriculum The study consists of original research leading to a thesis and/or additional examination papers as determined by the Programme co-ordinator and supervisor. For more information please contact us Prof. Jeanetta du Plessis Director Research Focus Area 9.2 Telephone: +27 (0) 18-299 2274 E-mail: fmsjdp@puk.ac.za Linda Grimbeek Administrative officer Telephone: +27 (0) 18-299 4015 E-mail: fkllg@puk.ac.za Fax: +27 (0) 18-2935219 E-Mail: fkllg@puk.ac.za Private Bag x6001 Box 16 North-West University Potchefstroom Campus Potchefstroom 2520
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Director Research Focus Area 9.2
Tel:
+27 (0) 18-299 2274
Administrative officer
Telephone: +27 (0) 18-299 4015
Fax:
+27 (0) 18-2935219
Private Bag x6001
Website:
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