mRNA Medicines | Fundamentals
Summary
Messenger RNA (mRNA) is revolutionising treatment options offered by modern medicine through its potential to deliver fast, precise and adaptable therapies for various diseases. This online introductory short course provides a comprehensive and simple overview of mRNA technologies for newcomers to the mRNA industry. Through structured online learning, participants will explore the structure and biological function of mRNA and dissect the workflow governing mRNA manufacturing. Participants will also investigate the applications of mRNA including preventative vaccines, therapeutic cancer vaccines and protein replacement therapy, and uncover the challenges faced in the development of mRNA medicines. The content concludes by highlighting the advantages, innovations, and emerging directions in mRNA technology, providing insight into both current capabilities and future opportunities. This short course bridges foundational science with real-world applications, equipping participants with a practical understanding of mRNA medicines and their growing impact in medicine.
| Format | Online, self-paced learning |
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| Duration | 2 hours |
| Fees | AUD 75 incl. GST |
| Target Audience | This introductory short course is designed for a broad, cross-disciplinary audience seeking foundational knowledge of mRNA medicines. The target audience includes academic researchers and students with a science background who wish to expand their understanding of mRNA technologies; regulatory and policy professionals, such as interns, as well as those transitioning into roles related to mRNA medicines; healthcare professionals interested in emerging therapies; and business professionals exploring opportunities within the mRNA medicines landscape. |
Highlights
This online short course consists of four self-paced online modules. It will take participants approximately 2 hours to complete all materials.
This program has been developed in collaboration with CPI's RNA Training Academy (UK) - a leading centre in RNA innovation and workforce development.
- Training informed by real-world RNA manufacturing and scale-up environments
- Developed by experts in RNA therapeutics and lipic nanoparticle (LNP) technologies
- Aligned to the skills needed across the global mRNA workforce
This ensures the learning is practical, current, and industry informed.
Enrolment into this short course is subject to Terms and Conditions.
