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Reform of Undergraduate Thesis Project in Pharmaceutical Engineering Based on Synthesis of Fungicide Prothioconazole

Defeng Xu 1 * , Hang Hu 1, Guanzhao Wu 1
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1 Changzhou University* Corresponding Author
Educational Innovations and Emerging Technologies, 4(3), 2024, 26-36, https://doi.org/10.35745/eiet2024v04.03.0003
Published: 12 November 2024
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ABSTRACT

This study explores the integration of the synthesis process of the fungicide prothioconazole into the undergraduate thesis projects for pharmaceutical engineering, using Changzhou University as a case study. The research focuses on synthesizing prothioconazole from α-acetyl-γ-butyrolactone through a series of reaction steps and systematically optimizing the process conditions. Recommendations for educational reform are proposed, including the introduction of microchannel reactors, improvements to experimental facilities, and strengthening of industry-university collaboration. The results indicate that the optimized process improves reaction yield, simplifies operational procedures, and significantly reduces costs, demonstrating strong industrial potential. These reforms enhance students' practical abilities and employability in the field of pharmaceutical engineering.
Keywords: Prothioconazole synthesis, Pharmaceutical engineering, Educational reform, Microchannel reactors, Experimental optimization

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Xu, D., Hu, H., & Wu, G. (2024). Reform of Undergraduate Thesis Project in Pharmaceutical Engineering Based on Synthesis of Fungicide Prothioconazole. Educational Innovations and Emerging Technologies, 4(3), 26-36. https://doi.org/10.35745/eiet2024v04.03.0003

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