James Coverdale
Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Biology
School of Pharmacy
Dr James Coverdale
Drug discovery beyond carbon: The possibilities of the periodic table
This interactive masterclass reveals how metals and inorganic chemistry are transforming modern medicine.
- DateWednesday, 4 March 2026 (13:00 - 15:00) (UK)
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.
This event is part of our Masterclasses series and is open to GCSE and A Level students (Years 10-13).
Speakers
Isolda Romero-Canelón
Associate Professor in Medicinal Chemistry
School of Pharmacy
Staff profile for Dr Isolda Romero-Canelon, Lecturer in Medicinal Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health, the University of Birmingham.