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Advancements in hit identification for membrane protein drug discovery

Drug Target Review

Fragment-based screening (FBS) has emerged as a powerful tool for discovering novel lead compounds, especially for challenging targets like the Adenosine A2a receptor. This crucial role in regulating vital bodily processes makes it a highly important drug target within GPCR research. References Sun D, et al.

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Tom Lehrer's guide to design of SARS-CoV-3 main protease inhibitors for treatment of COVID-32

Molecular Design

In the fourth of his rules for air fighting , ‘Sailor’ Malan (readers may also be interested in his insights into fragment screening library design ) asserts that “height gives you the initiative” which can be adapted for drug design as “affinity gives you the initiative”.

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SARS-CoV-2 main protease. Crowdsourcing, peptidomimetics and fragments

Molecular Design

While I’m not particularly keen on the use of the term ‘open source’ in this context, I have absolutely no quibble with the goal of seeking cures and treatments for diseases that are ignored by commercial drug discovery organizations. by forming a ring). by forming a ring).

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SARS-CoV-2 Protease Inhibitors: An Attractive Approach for Treating COVID-19

PerkinElmer

Viral protease inhibitors that block enzymes critical for viral replication have long been used in the treatment of human immunodeficiency (HIV) and hepatitis C viruses. Researchers are now studying the potential of protease inhibitors for the treatment of SARS-CoV-2. For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.