This self paced online class will have you prepared for future advanced topics on Vaccine and Biologics manufacturing
Biochemistry Refresher
- Structure and function of biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, carbohydrates)
- Enzymes and metabolic pathways relevant to biologics
Molecular Biology Fundamentals
- DNA replication, transcription, and translation
- Gene expression and regulation
- Recombinant DNA technology
Cell Biology and Bioprocesses
- Eukaryotic vs. prokaryotic cells in biologics production
- Cellular signaling and protein expression systems
- Basic Principles of cell culture
Biologics-Specific Principles
Introduction to Biopharmaceuticals
- Overview of biologics: vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, gene therapies
- Manufacturing pipelines for biologics
Protein and Nucleic Acid Therapeutics
- mRNA synthesis and stability considerations
- Protein folding, post-translational modifications
Final Focus Areas (Leading into mRNA Technology)
Virology
- Structure and classification of viruses
- Viral replication and host interactions
- Viral vectors in therapeutics
Immunology
- Innate vs. adaptive immunity
- Antigen-antibody interactions
- Vaccine immunology (mechanisms of protection, immune memory)