CHEM4456 (Organic Chemistry 3: Organic Chemistry of Drug Design and Development) course reviews and ratings at Northeastern (NEU). Compare professors with RateMyProfessor reviews.
Studies how to apply principles of organic chemistry, and related areas of chemistry, to the design, preparation, and use of biologically active organic compounds. Explores translational chemical science in the discovery, design, and development of biologically active compounds for medical purposes, using techniques gained in organic reaction mechanisms and synthesis. Evaluates methods to incorporate specific chemical features into organic compounds to meet specific biological and biomedical criteria. Offers students an opportunity to develop problem-solving skills that extend beyond synthetic organic chemistry to a wide range of chemical disciplines.
Data updated October 2026.