From Innovation to the Patient

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Topic: This unique hands-on activity introduces students to pharmaceutical research and development—the process of developing new medicines that improve and save patients’ lives. 

Time: 60 minutes; implemented in one session

Materials:

  • Computer with projector, speakers, and Internet access

  • PowerPoint: From Innovation to Patient: The Pharmaceutical Research & Development Process

  • Video: Molecule to Medicine, embedded in the PowerPoint

  • Activity Leader Checklist

  • Tell My Story Form

  • Student Handouts (1 packet per student)

  • Large box of LEGOs in various colors and sizes, minimum of 40-50 LEGOs per pair of students

  • Pens or pencils (1 per student)

Cost: US$40 to $50 in material costs (if purchasing LEGOs) when completing this activity with 20 students working in pairs. To eliminate this cost, consider asking colleagues if you can borrow LEGOs.