


Pharmacokinetics
BIOL-40176
Get an overview of the application of pharmacokinetic concepts to all stages of drug development. The focus will be on the practical application of pharmacokinetic principles in the design and conducting and interpreting preclinical and clinical pharmacokinetic studies. Areas to be covered will include pharmacokinetic concepts (absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination), pharmacodynamics, regulatory requirements, and guidance for in vitro and in vivo studies, and practical examples of preclinical and clinical pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic analyses. This entry-level course will be appropriate for individuals with a background in biological sciences who contribute to the design, conduct, analysis or interpretation of pharmacokinetic studies or who have an interest in the role of pharmacokinetics in drug development.
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This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.
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All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.
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- No refunds after: 1/19/2026
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Instructor:
Naveed Shaik

Throughout his career, Dr. Shaik has mentored students including summer interns, student assistants, and Pfizer-UCSD fellows. He has also been a guest lecturer at the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences since 2009, where he has led pharmacokinetics workshops and given drug development talks.
Dr. Shaik is committed to improving the field of clinical pharmacology. His many publications demonstrate his breadth of experience in patient and clinical pharmacology studies.