Drug Target Validation: Hitting the target

Article Abstract:

It takes the pharmaceutical industry about 12 years and nearly $1 billion to develop a marketable drug once a target is determined. New technologies, including computer models, help researchers identify promising leads. Describes new technologies, including the proteomics approach.

Usage, Computer simulation, Computer-generated environments, Proteomics

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Biodiscovery - from reef to outback

Article Abstract:

The diverse ecosystems of Australia are explored for developing novel bioactive compounds. The pharmaceutical companies leading in the research programs and companies, which focus on natural-product drug discovery, are mentioned.

Australia, Pharmaceutical preparations, Drugs, Biotechnology industry, Biotechnology industries, Discovery and exploration, Xenome Ltd., Cerylid Biosciences Ltd.

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Getting down to details

Article Abstract:

The three fast moving areas in genomics are illustrated. These areas are MicroRNAs that tweak gene expression, single nucleotide polymorphisms in population genetics, and individual genome sequencing.

United States, Evaluation, Gene expression, Genetic research, Single nucleotide polymorphisms

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