Provide students with theoretical and experimental skills of the most widely used spectroscopic techniques to characterize and study the properties of biomolecules and innovative materials in the pharmaceutical field. Insights on the new spectroscopic methodologies used for medical diagnosis.
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- vibrational techniques (IR absorption and Raman scattering)
- techniques using X-ray sources (diffraction, fluorescence, etc.)
- nuclear magnetic resonance
- mass spectrometry
For each technique, the basic theory will be explored, the instrumentation described, and practical examples of data processing obtained through simulations, scientific articles, or laboratory experiments will be discussed.
Students will also be guided in the study of the most current applications of the techniques presented through the analysis of recently published scientific articles.
Programme
The program includes the study of radiation-matter interaction and the main spectroscopic techniques applied to biomedicine. Specifically, the following will be presented:- vibrational techniques (IR absorption and Raman scattering)
- techniques using X-ray sources (diffraction, fluorescence, etc.)
- nuclear magnetic resonance
- mass spectrometry
For each technique, the basic theory will be explored, the instrumentation described, and practical examples of data processing obtained through simulations, scientific articles, or laboratory experiments will be discussed.
Students will also be guided in the study of the most current applications of the techniques presented through the analysis of recently published scientific articles.
Attendance
Students have to attend at least 75% of the total amount of lessonsType of evaluation
The course assessment comprises six examination sessions. During the oral examination, the instructor will evaluate the student's acquisition of knowledge across the entire course syllabus. The final grade will be determined through consideration of several factors, including: the level and quality of subject matter knowledge; the ability to apply theories and concepts to diverse contexts; the proficiency in employing scientific terminology appropriate to Sceptroscopic Techniques; active participation during lectures and laboratory sessions; reasoning skills demonstrated during the examination; and the degree of autonomy displayed in the independent study of the prescribed texts. A passing grade requires a demonstrable, if sufficient, understanding of the core concepts covered within the course syllabus. To achieve the maximum mark of 30/30 cum laude, students must demonstrate an exceptional command of all topics, linking them logically and coherently, and navigate the subject matter with confidence and fluency. The instructor remains receptive to arranging postponements of the oral examination for each session scheduled on the GOMP platform, in order to accommodate student requests and facilitate the optimisation of their examination performance.