Drug Discovery: Practices, Processes, and PerspectivesSets forth the history, state of the science, and future directions of drug discovery Edited by Jie Jack Li and Nobel laureate E. J. Corey, two leading pioneers in drug discovery and medicinal chemistry, this book synthesizes great moments in history, the current state of the science, and future directions of drug discovery into one expertly written and organized work. Exploring all major therapeutic areas, the book introduces readers to all facets and phases of drug discovery, including target selection, biological testing, drug metabolism, and computer-assisted drug design. Drug Discovery features chapters written by an international team of pharmaceutical and medicinal chemists. Contributions are based on a thorough review of the current literature as well as the authors' firsthand laboratory experience in drug discovery. The book begins with the history of drug discovery, describing groundbreaking moments in the field. Next, it covers such topics as:
Each chapter features a case study, helping readers understand how science is put into practice throughout all phases of drug discovery. References at the end of each chapter serve as a gateway to groundbreaking original research studies and reviews in the field. Drug Discovery is ideal for newcomers to medicinal chemistry and drug discovery, providing a comprehensive overview of the field. Veterans in the field will also benefit from the perspectives of leading international experts in all aspects of drug discovery. |
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Contents
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Chapter 2 Target Identification and Validation | 43 |
Chapter 3 In Vitro and In Vivo Assays | 67 |
Chapter 4 Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics in Drug Discovery | 99 |
Chapter 5 Cardiovascular Drugs | 141 |
Chapter 6 Diabetes Drugs | 205 |
Chapter 7 CNS Drugs | 245 |
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Drug Discovery: Practices, Processes, and Perspectives Jie Jack Li,E. J. Corey No preview available - 2013 |
