Dr. Rizvi is currently an Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the College of Pharmacy, Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Dr. Rizvi earned his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) and Master of Science (M.Sc) degrees from the University of Karachi, Pakistan, with expertise in Organic and Natural Product Chemistry. Dr. Rizvi then came to the United States and pursued an M.S and Ph.D combined degree program at the Center for Biotechnology and Drug Design, Department of Chemistry, Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, followed by another Ph.D., at the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Department of the Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mercer University, Atlanta, Georgia, in collaboration with Renovo Research, LLC. Furthermore, Dr. Rizvi pursued postdoctoral research in the laboratory of Dr. Fredric M. Menger (Charles Howard Candler Professor) at the Sanford S. Atwood Chemistry Center, Emory University. Dr. Rizvi also conducted research as a visiting scientist in the area of pharmaceutical ionic liquids, in the laboratory of Dr. Robin D. Rogers (Robert Ramsay Chair of Chemistry, Distinguished Research Professor and Director, Center for Green Manufacturing) at the Department of Chemistry, The University of Alabama. Recently, Dr. Rizvi finished course of studies leading to Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with specialization in Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management from Aspen University and a certificate in Executive Leadership from Johnson Graduate School of Management, eCornell Professional Development Programs, Cornell University.
Dr. Rizvi has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles, including two most highly rated articles, two cover articles and citations in respected textbooks. Dr. Rizvi serves as editor-in-chief, associate editor, executive editor, editorial board member and review manuscripts and books for many well known scientific publishers. Dr. Rizvi's research interests include micro and nanotechnology for drug delivery, controlled release formulations, solid state chemistry of drugs, surface chemistry and analytical chemistry, material and organic chemistry, natural product chemistry, and immunology. In his free time, Dr. Rizvi enjoys cooking and practicing martial arts.
Social Aspects of Drug Discovery, Development and Commercialization provides an insightful analysis of the drug discovery and development landscape as it relates to society. This book examines the scientific, legal, philosophical, economic, political, ethical and cultural factors that contribute to drug development. The pharmaceutical industry is under scrutiny to develop safer and more effective drugs in a quicker and more affordable manner. Recent criticism and debates have emphasized varying opinions on the issues concerning the drug discovery and development process.
This book provides thoughtful and valuable discussions and analysis of the social challenges and potential opportunities through all stages of the pharmaceutical process, from inception through marketing. With a unique focus on the social factors that increasingly play a role in how drug development is planned, structured, and executed throughout the drug product lifecycle, this is an essential resource for students, professors, and researchers who seek a better understanding of the interface between the pharmaceutical industry, health care systems, and society.
SECTION I: PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY, SOCIETY, AND GOVERNANCE1. Pharmaceutical Regulation: The Role of Government2. Trends in Innovation and the Business of Drug Discovery3. Cash Flow Valley of Death: A Pitfall in Drug Discovery
SECTION II: THE DRUG DISCOVERY CYCLE I: DISCOVERY AND PRECLINICAL DRUG DEVELOPMENT4. Prediscovery Research: Challenges and Opportunities5. The Significance of Discovery Screening and Structure Optimization Studies6. Preclinical In Vitro Studies - Development and Applicability7. Animal Utilization in Drug Development - Clinical, Legal, and Ethical Dimensions8. Pharmaceutical Formulation and Manufacturing Development: Strategies and Issues
SECTION III: THE DRUG DISCOVERY CYCLE II: CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT9. Clinical Development: Ethics and Realities 10. Pharmacogenomics in Drug Discovery, Prospects and Clinical Applicability
SECTION IV: THE DRUG DISCOVERY CYCLE III: AUTHORIZATION AND MARKETING11. Patents, Exclusivities, and Evergreening Strategies 12. Drug Pricing and Control for Pharmaceutical DrugsIndex