Drug Discovery - Practices, Processes, and Perspectives (Hardcover)


Sets 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: Target identification and validationDrug metabolism and pharmacokineticsCentral nervous system drugsIn vitro and in vivo assaysCardiovascular drugsCancer drugs

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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Sets 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: Target identification and validationDrug metabolism and pharmacokineticsCentral nervous system drugsIn vitro and in vivo assaysCardiovascular drugsCancer drugs

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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Product Details

General

Imprint

John Wiley & Sons

Country of origin

United States

Release date

April 2013

Availability

Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days

First published

2013

Authors

Dimensions

271 x 188 x 36mm (L x W x T)

Format

Hardcover

Pages

570

ISBN-13

978-0-470-94235-2

Barcode

9780470942352

Categories

LSN

0-470-94235-5



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