Masterclass- Pharmacy: Drug discovery beyond carbon: The possibilities of the periodic table

University event offered by University of Birmingham

Short Session

This interactive masterclass reveals how metals and inorganic chemistry are transforming modern medicine. This event is part of our Masterclasses series and is open to GCSE and A Level students (Years 10-13). This event will start at 1pm and end by 3pm.

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Events for School and College Groups (Ages 14-16)
Events for School and College Groups (Ages 16-18)
Events for individuals (enquiry not required to be through a school)

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Booking Deadline:

18 February 2026

Full event details

From platinum cancer drugs to boron neutron capture therapy, you will discover how elements across the periodic table are being harnessed to diagnose and treat disease in innovative ways.

Students do not need to be studying any particular subject to take part.

There is also the option of adding on a campus tour.

Please book onto this masterclass using the visit website link below.

Suitable for

Events for School and College Groups (Ages 14-16)
Events for School and College Groups (Ages 16-18)
Events for individuals (enquiry not required to be through a school)

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