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P – Life Sciences
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building) | February 2, 2026-March 2, 2026
Monday: 12:45 PM-2:00 PM
The course explores scientific principles and presents the basic biology and scientific methods for the discovery of new drugs for treatment of diseases and conditions. Students are not required to have a scientific background, as the course reveals the basic principles of and technologies used in current research and development. Topics include: how drug targets are identified, the nature of biotechnology medicine, the stages of clinical research drug regulations and more.
This offering meets for a total of 5 session(s).
INSTRUCTOR: John Gilly
GILLY, JOHN — B.S., biology, Indiana University of Pennsylvania; M.S., biochemistry, University of Scranton; Ph.D., molecular biology, Lehigh University. Over 35 years in drug research and development and taught as an adjunct in pharma business at Drexel University. Now mostly retired and staying professionally active. (P274)
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
Kent/Sussex | Wilmington