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A drug target is anything within a living organism to which a drug is directed and/or binds, resulting in a change in its behaviour or function.

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Ginger-based compound targets inflammation in IBD

28 February 2025 | By

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).

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The rise of organoids: a new era in drug discovery

17 January 2025 | By Drug Target Review

This webinar covers how organoids are reshaping drug discovery by providing more accurate models for disease research and drug testing, offering new solutions to long-standing challenges in the industry.