Update your knowledge in microbiology and develop new antivirals to fight respiratory infections" 

It is considered that only 1% of the planet's microorganisms have been studied, which highlights the importance of continuing research and development of drugs that strengthen the human body's defenses. In addition, the antibiotic resistance that many of the viruses and pathogens already studied develop over the years must be taken into account.

For all these reasons, it is necessary to have programs such as this postgraduate diploma to provide pharmacists with the necessary knowledge to develop new antibiotics. In this sense, the contents will begin by providing a theoretical approach to the general elements of microbiology, a science that studies the etiological agents of an infection and determines the susceptibility of the population to certain microbial agents.

Then, the mechanisms of mycobacterial resistance of different diseases, such as staphylococcus, gram-positive and gram-negative germs, will be developed. To this must be added the control strategies that global organizations have developed to prevent this phenomenon from continuing to occur.

Finally, an in-depth approach to the protocols for research, approval and commercialization of new antibiotics will be made, taking into account the clinical trial process and the results of new studies on sepsis and monoclonal antibodies. In this way, the program will help graduating students to conduct appropriate scientific research adapted to the standards of large laboratories.

Conducts clinical trials to chemically modify old antimicrobials"

This postgraduate diploma in Microbiology and Control of Antibiotic Resistance contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts focused on advances in antibiotic therapy and antibiotic resistance
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Access to content from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This program will improve your job performance, allowing you to find new ways to combat sepsis" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive training programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

He aspires to be part of a research team in one of the most important international pharmaceutical companies"

Participates in the study of new microorganisms and helps to develop an effective antibiotic against them"

Considering the growing demand for pharmacists to conduct new research, this program has the main objective of motivating students to develop the appropriate criteria to conduct scientific research that will help the health sector fight antibiotic resistance. They will also be able to spearhead their own microbiology research to prevent future infectious outbreaks.

Don't pause your career goals. With this postgraduate diploma you will be able to continue advancing while continuing to work"

General Objectives

• Guarantee professional improvement by constantly delving deeper and updating what we know
• Know the scientific evidence on antibiotic therapy and antimicrobial resistance
• Establish the correct use of drugs and the proper treatment of infectious diseases
• Use a multidisciplinary and integrative approach to facilitate the control of these pathologies

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Overview of Microbiology 

• Know the general elements of microbiology, from the study of infectious diseases to the functions of the laboratory
• Classify the main viruses that affect human beings, as well as those under investigation
• Classify the main types of parasites and mycoses affecting humans
• Determine diagnostic methods for viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites

Module 2. Antibiotic Resistance

• Analyze the antibiotic resistance of infections such as staphylococci, gram-positive and gram-negative germs
• Identify emerging problems of antibiotic resistance of parasites and viruses
• Delve deeper into the new mechanisms of antibiotic resistance and superbugs
• Learn about antibiotic resistance control strategies and global programs to address antibiotic resistance

Module 3. Monitoring and Controlling the Use of Antimicrobials

• Know the duration of antibiotic treatment to combat infections, using clinical and laboratory parameters
• Analyze the importance of antimicrobial utilization studies
• Delve into antimicrobial utilization policies and the current impact on antimicrobial consumption
• Know the hospital strategies for rational antimicrobial use control

Module 4. Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Treatments of the Future

• Understand the latest research and the commercialization process for new antibiotics
• Learn about therapeutic targets and new ways to fight infections: the novelty of the research
• Analyze the use of other drugs to regulate and stimulate the immune response against infections

Learn about the latest advances in microbiology and the control of antibiotics today"