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In the fields of medicine, biotechnology and pharmacology, drug discovery is the process by which new candidate medications are discovered.
Insilico Medicine’s AI-designed drug for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), Rentosertib, has been granted an official name by USAN. This is the first drug where both the target and compound were discovered using generative AI, marking a major milestone in AI-driven drug development.
AI is transforming drug discovery, but its adoption mirrors past technological shifts in the industry. In this first part of a two-part series, we reveal Sujeegar Jeevanandam’s observations of the parallels between AI and the electronic lab notebook revolution, highlighting key challenges, lessons learned, and what the future holds for…
AI-driven drug development, powered by advanced models and expanding data access, is becoming a reality. Learn why navigating regulatory hurdles and mastering biology’s inherent complexities are crucial to fully unlocking its potential.
A recent study led by Dr Richard McNair highlights the role of the Marangoni effect in surfactant spreading, offering potential improvements in drug development and delivery for lung diseases.
Cornell researchers have discovered how transposons, or 'jumping genes,' insert themselves into bacterial chromosome ends, potentially transforming genetic engineering and advancing biotechnology. This breakthrough could reshape antibiotic research and unlock new drug discoveries.
DTR speaks with Dr Patrick van Berkel at ADC Therapeutics to discuss how the company is transforming exatecan delivery to achieve better health outcomes.
Discover how a leader in CMC regulatory affairs is transforming drug development and inspiring the next generation of scientists.
Google has introduced an AI-powered 'co-scientist' designed to accelerate biomedical research and drug discovery by generating scientific hypotheses and identifying novel therapeutic targets.
Cellenkos' CRANE technology, led by Dr Simrit Parmar, harnesses regulatory T cells to precisely target and treat inflammatory diseases. This innovative approach offers hope for conditions like aplastic anaemia, myelofibrosis, and ALS.
Scientists have developed an AI algorithm capable of searching through 10 sextillion potential drug molecules, a feat previously considered impossible. This method could significantly speed up drug discovery and the development of new treatments.
Insilico Medicine’s AI-designed CDK12/13 inhibitors show promise against treatment-resistant cancers. Find out how this breakthrough could reshape cancer therapy.
Scientists have discovered a dual-drug therapy that dramatically increases leukaemia cell death, offering new hope for patients with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). By combining SRC and MCL-1 inhibitors, this approach opens the door to more effective treatments.
York University researchers have discovered a genetic mutation in the TRAF1 protein that dramatically reduces inflammation, offering a potential breakthrough in rheumatoid arthritis treatment.
This Friday, February 28, marks Rare Disease Day 2025, a global initiative raising awareness for the 300 million people living with rare conditions. Dr David Reynolds, CEO of LoQus23 Therapeutics, explores how advancements in rare disease research are driving the development of new treatments.
Researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered a compound in ginger, furanodienone (FDN), that interacts with the pregnane X receptor to reduce inflammation in the colon. This finding suggests FDN could be an effective, natural treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
