Fragment-based drug design: New method searches through 10 sextillion molecules
A recent study shows that computer algorithms can be used to find molecules that can be developed into anti-inflammatory drugs. In the article, the researchers also describe how the same strategy can ...
Scientists create method for designing proteins that can bind and sense a range of small molecules
From growth hormones to cancer drugs, small molecules play a crucial role in our health. Monitoring them is essential to ...
Studying structure of G protein-coupled receptor kinases could improve an array of drugs
Each cell in your body relies on precise communication with other cells to function properly. At the center of this process ...
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A new drug screening method could bring a solution to drug delivery and efficacy issues
A new method seeks specific molecules that can target desired tissues through the bloodstream and penetrate tissues by passing through cells. This innovation could help solve issues related to drug ...
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Drug-development rules need prompt fix [opinion]
As a brief background, small molecule refers to drugs made through chemical synthesis, whereas biologics are made from living ...
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Insilico Medicine raises $110M for new trials and robotic helping hands
Alongside new steps in its therapeutic pipeline—and a new push into laboratory robotics—Insilico Medicine has raised $110 ...
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Screening method identifies tissue-targeting molecules for better drug delivery
The newly developed screening method was able to find a few biologically highly active molecules among billions of potential drug candidates. These molecules specifically target the desired tissue ...
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Software startup Molecular Intelligence improves structuring molecules from cryo-EM image data
Purdue University-connected startup Molecular Intelligence supports research scientists in bioengineering, medical science ...
UConn gene discovery moves closer to treating neuromuscular disease, holds promise for weight loss
The challenge of the obesity epidemic is widespread and one that even pediatricians face constantly,” a Connecticut doctor ...
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Drug Screening Method Seeks Specific Molecules That Target Desired Tissues
A method developed by a research group at Tampere University seeks specific molecules that can target desired tissues through the bloodstream and penetrate tissues by passing through cells. This ...