Pharmacy / Drug Discovery

Group of students in an active learning environment.

The Pharmacy / Drug Discovery Data Mine is devoted to the use of data sciences in pharmaceutical research and pharmacy practice. Students could participate in a broad range of research topics, ranging from the analysis of genomic, proteomics or metabolomics datasets; machine learning in cheminformatics, structure-based drug design, formulation design, and product manufacturing; and the use of big data to improve medication adherence and to control drug abuse.


New Incoming students should apply for fall 2023 using the Purdue Learning Communities main application link.


Current Purdue students are able to apply for The Data Mine Pharmacy Learning Community for 2023-24 from October 1, 2022 until March 31, 2023.

Eligibility

  • Students who are interested in data sciences for pharmaceutical research and pharmacy practice.
  • Preference for upperclass undergraduate students, although exceptions can be made for outstanding first-year undergraduate students.

Residential Component

  • New Incoming Students: Living in Data Mine residential space is required unless you are in the Honors College or have other special accommodations needed.
  • Returning Purdue Students: Data Mine housing for returning undergraduates has reached capacity for AY 2023-24.
  • Your roommate (in most cases) will be a member of The Data Mine.
  • If you want to live on campus, it is necessary to complete a housing contract. (Completing a housing contract is a separate process from applying for a learning community.)

Duration

Fall and Spring semesters

Required classes for students

The information below is subject to change. If you are placed in The Data Mine, the associated courses will be placed on your schedule (by Learning Communities and the Registrar's Office) prior to you registering for the rest of your courses.

Fall
  • GS 29501 (1 credit; section 001: CRN 19666) Understanding Your Undergraduate Research Experience I (taken by upperclass students only)
  • Possibility of directed research (PHRM 49500) with Pharmacy faculty member
  • TDM 10100, 20100, 30100, 40100 (1 credit; 4 sections available) The Data Mine I, III, V, or VII
Spring
  • GS 39501 (1 credit; section 001: CRN 23140) Understanding Your Undergraduate Research Experience II (taken by upperclass students only)
  • Possibility of directed research (PHRM 49500) with Pharmacy faculty member
  • TDM 10200, 20200, 30200, 40200 (1 credit; 4 sections available) The Data Mine II, IV, VI, or VIII

Events and Activities Included

  • Weekly dinners with Data Mine participants
  • Faculty and graduate student office hours onsite in Hillenbrand
  • Seminars by visiting speakers, including practicing data scientists
  • Social gatherings with Data Mine members
  • Meals with campus and community leaders
  • Game / recreation nights
  • Career and graduate school panels
  • Hackathons / data competitions
  • Professional development activities
  • Tour of Purdue's computational facilities