Research Readiness

These modules, from the Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Biochemistry and Physiology, University of Toronto, are published in “ready-to-use” modules, as well as editable open educational resources. They are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License so that they can be adapted and adopted widely. In addition to linking to the web site contents, you may either download files for re-use or link directly from your course to video and documents offered in this collection.
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Research Teams

Research success happens when individuals with complementary skills work effectively together. Explore some different types of roles that comprise diverse research teams.

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Commercialization

Imagine that you have made a research discovery! Now what? Learn how discoveries are translated into new products and services.

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Project Management

Looking to achieve a specific goal with a team? Become familiar with key ideas to effectively plan, execute and complete tasks needed to reach your objective.

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Drug Development

How do we discover and make safe and effective drugs? Discover the key aspects of drug research, testing and approval – all critical steps in drug development.

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Good Lab Practice

Explore the procedures and guidelines that researchers follow to ensure that experimental results are reducible.

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Good Clinical Practice

Explore how GCP ensures that drug trials are conducted, and results reported, in a scientifically accurate, unbiased and ethical manner.

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Good Manufacturing Practice

The candy you buy always tastes the same, right? Learn how GMP ensures that the products are safe and of consistent quality.

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Attributes of a Successful Scientist

What does it take to become a successful scientist? Learn key attributes from a several highly successful researchers.

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Scientific Writing

Scientists must convince others that their research should be funded. Learn the components of a convincing research proposal with an example.

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This project has been funded through the MTCU Career Ready Fund.