Cover Feature: How Should we Teach Medicinal Chemistry in Higher Education to Prepare Students for a Future Career as Medicinal Chemists and Drug Designers? – A Teacher's Perspective (ChemMedChem 2/2025)
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The vibrant illustration depicts two figures dancing gracefully within a round-bottom flask, symbolizing the fusion of skills in medicinal chemistry education. One figure embodies soft skills—communication, teamwork, and critical thinking—while the other represents hard skills like synthetic expertise, knowledge in chemical biology and drug design. Their synchronized dance reflects the seamless integration of these competencies, essential for meeting stakeholder demands and preparing students for a future as drug designers and medicinal chemists. The flask′s enclosing form signifies the dynamic yet contained environment of academic and professional growth. More details can be found in article 10.1002/cmdc.202400791 by Philipp Klahn.
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