376-0300-00L  Essentials in Translational Science

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Abstract	Translational science is a cross disciplinary scientific research that is motivated by the need for practical applications that help people (e.g. Medicines). The course should help to clarify basics of translational science, illustrate successful applications and enable students to integrate key features into their future projects.
Learning objective	After completing this course, students will be able to understand: Principles of translational science including medical device development, intellectual property, regulatory environment and project management Students should be able to apply this knowledge in drug development programs in Pharma, Biotech or their own spin-off.
Content	What is translational science and what is it not Including: How to identify need? How to choose the appropriate research type and methodology How to measure success? How are medical devices developed? How to handle IP in the development process? How does the regulatory environment impact innovation? How to manage complex development projects? Positive and negative examples will be illustrated by distinguished guest speakers.
Literature	Principles of Biomedical Sciences and Industry Translating Ideas into Treatments https://doi.org/10.1002/9783527824014
Prerequisites / Notice	4x online input lecture followed by case preparation and symposium
Competencies	Subject-specific Competencies Concepts and Theories assessed Techniques and Technologies fostered Method-specific Competencies Analytical Competencies assessed Decision-making assessed Problem-solving assessed Project Management fostered Social Competencies Communication fostered Cooperation and Teamwork fostered Customer Orientation fostered Negotiation fostered Personal Competencies Adaptability and Flexibility fostered Creative Thinking fostered Critical Thinking assessed Integrity and Work Ethics fostered Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered Self-direction and Self-management fostered

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits	3 credits
Examiners	J. Goldhahn, N. K. Brasier, D. Schaffarczyk
Type	session examination
Language of examination	English
Repetition	The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examination	written 45 minutes
Additional information on mode of examination	Handing in the mock exam and participating in the seminar will count as a 0.25 bonus for the final exam.
Written aids	None
Digital exam	The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.
This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding.

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Programme	Section	Type
Biology Master	Elective Compulsory Master Courses	W
Biology Master	Elective Compulsory Master Courses	W
Health Sciences and Technology Master	Compulsory Courses	O
Health Sciences and Technology Master	Compulsory Courses	O
Health Sciences and Technology Master	Compulsory Courses	O
Health Sciences and Technology Master	Compulsory Courses	O
Health Sciences and Technology Master	Compulsory Courses	O
Health Sciences and Technology Master	Compulsory Courses	O
MAS in Nutrition and Health	Electives	W
Science, Technology, and Policy Master	Life Science and Health	W