Pharmaceutical Biology is a foundational course for undergraduate programs in Pharmacy, Traditional Chinese Pharmacy, and Resources and Development of TCM. It provides the foundational knowledge for students studying courses such as Pharmacognosy, Traditional Chinese Pharmacy, TCM Identification, Medicinal Chemistry of Natural Products, and related subjects. The course is closely linked to the identification of medicinal plant origins, quality assessment, resource development, and clinical efficacy evaluation. It serves as the theoretical basis for ensuring the safety, efficacy, stability, and controllability of medicinal materials from the source.
This course covers the morphological characteristics of plant cells, tissues, and organs, as well as the principles and theories of medicinal plant taxonomy. Students will gain a foundational understanding of the chemical components of plants and their relationship to plant phylogeny, the correlation between medicinal plants and their environment, and the latest research findings and advancements in pharmaceutical biology. Practical teaching sessions will enable students to deepen their understanding and develop essential skills in recognizing and identifying medicinal plants based on their morphological features at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels.
