The development of new drugs plays a significant role in the human's long struggle against disease. The development of new drugs is an interdisciplinary field integrating medicinal chemistry, biology, pharmacology, and clinical research. It is estimated that only 1 in 24 new drug development projects ultimately result in marketable drugs. The average cost of developing a marketable drug is approximately $28.7 billion. The development of new drugs has the characteristics of a long cycle, high cost and high risk. However, with the application of artificial intelligence in multiple stages of the development of new drugs, the efficiency and success rate of new drug development are greatly improved.
This program collaborates with leading authorties in AI and new drug development. Taking aspirin drug development as a case study, this program aims to guide students in a deep understanding of the principles of AI-driven drug design, the technique for drug synthesis, methods for evaluating pharmacodynamics, and the requirements for new drug development. Throughout the program, students will gain a comprehensive insight into the whole process of the new drug from the drug discovery to market, as well as the multidisciplinary knowledge involved in biopharmaceuticals.

Teaching Faculty

Specially invited experts in the field of the AI-driven drug development from national research institutions.

Cutting-edge Topics

Systematically learning the new theories of the AI-driven drug development and the artificial design of innovative drugs.

Real Lab Practice

Conduct the AI-driven drug design, drug synthesis, and pharmacodynamics evaluation by approaching advanced research experimental methods.

Outcome Application

Research outcomes used for shortening the research and development cycle of the original new drug and improving the success rate.

Main Experiments

Artificial Intelligence Drug Design

Drug Molecule Synthesis

Pharmacodynamics Evaluation

Animal Experiments

Artificial Intelligence Drug Design

Drug Molecule Synthesis

Pharmacodynamics Evaluation

Animal Experiments

Certificates

CERTIFICATE OF ASDAN SCIENCE

ASDAN SCIENCE SHORT COURSES CREDIT ACCREDITED BY UCAS

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION ISSUED BY XLAB CHINA

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Why Us

History

XLAB has a 20+ year history. It was initiated by Professor Neher of the University of Göttingen in Germany and strongly supported by the German government and the University of Göttingen. XLAB, centered around high-end scientific experiments, is widely favored by over 10,000 students yearly. XLAB has established practice centers worldwide, aiming to expand this unique concept and teaching method to reach more students.

XLAB aims to enable more people to learn and experience the joy of science, encouraging them to explore the mysteries of science and consider how to use science to solve human problems. Therefore, XALB's subjects are generally more complex in physics, biology, or medicine. Instead, they focus more on interdisciplinary, cutting-edge topics such as genetic engineering, medical research, nanobiology, medical chemistry, high-energy physics, and more.

Subject

Experiment

Experiments are the core of the XLAB. Each participant can enter advanced laboratories to conduct safe experiments, analyze data, and write experiment reports. Over six hours of scientific research daily enhances students' scientific knowledge and logical thinking and cultivates concentration and endurance. Students will be able to experience the work content and status firsthand and consider whether to choose a research direction in future education.

The courses in XLAB are unique. They consist of four key modules: Subject Introduction and Program Thinking, Scientific Research Teaching, Laboratory Operations, Experimental Data Analysis, and Research Report Writing. All courses are taught in small groups of 10 to 25 students.

Course

Faculty

Experts are invited to design experiments and teach students since the topics and content of XLAB exceed the curriculum of high schools and are specialized in specific research areas. Relevant scientific research institutions support XLAB China and provide an in-depth academic experience for Chinese students based on its unique teaching methods and experimental requirements.

Two authoritative certificates are available: the XLAB Program Certificate of Participation, which details the experimental content and is signed by instructors. Students will complete an academic report containing experimental results and data analysis to apply for the ASDAN "Science Award" Certificate for 30 credit hours of study officially accredited by UCAS.

Certificate

Research

XALB provides invaluable research scenarios for students who plan or are currently engaged in natural science research-oriented learning, such as EPQ or scientific papers, to implement their research plans and participate in hands-on scientific research. Experimental reports can be considered as part of their research achievements.