MEDN8001 Translational Medicine Pathways

MEDN8001 is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By	John Curtin School of Medical Research
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	Medical Science
Offered in	Second Semester, 2012 and Second Semester, 2013
Unit Value	6 units
Course Description	The goal of this course is to cover from a conceptual perspective the multiple pathways from fundamental discovery to new initiatives that affect healthcare. We will cover the transitions from fundamental discovery to first-in-human studies, clinical trials, healthcare guidelines and policy. What ideas and concepts can make this long transition, and which will perish along the way? What are the opportunities for successful translation and what are the pitfalls? These goals can only be achieved through the seamless integration of multiple academic disciplines that do not necessarily have such a tradition.
Learning Outcomes	Students will be expected to: understand the process of translating basic discovery into healthcare policy and practice understand the interdisciplinary nature of translational medicine, and the complexity of integrating information across different fields enhance their written and oral communication skills be able to critically analyse and interpret the relevant primary literature
Indicative Assessment	Journal Club Critiques 30% Oral Presentation 10% Group Assignments 30% Essay 30%
Workload	5 contact hours per week, and an equivalent period of self-directed study or group work.
Course Classification(s)	AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. and SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation.
Requisite Statement	Undergraduate degree in biomedical sciences, or MBBS, or combination of relevant work experience and undergraduate degree.
Recommended Courses	Knowledge and experience in medical or clinical sciences, allied health or health policy and administration.
Consent Required	Consent is required prior to enrolling in this course.
Technology Requirements	standard IT and library access
Academic Contact	Julio.Licinio@anu.edu.au

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