Introduction to Computer-Aided Drug Design

Author: Ye Deyong
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Computer-assisted drug design is a new and emerging technology for research and development of new drugs in recent years. It significantly accelerates the speed of drug design and saves human and material resources in the process of creating new drugs. It enables pharmacologists to develop new drugs with theoretical guidance, targeting specific objectives. Introduction to computer-assisted drug design involves multiple basic disciplines and applied sciences and technologies. To meet the needs of readers from different disciplines and levels, this book provides an accessible introduction to the fundamentals of computer-assisted drug design. It covers the basic theories of drug action, fundamental concepts and methods of drug design, database systems, theoretical computational foundations, related measurement techniques, and hardware/software requirements for computer-assisted drug design. The book focuses on explaining the significance, role, and basic research methods of computer-assisted drug design, selects typical examples, and introduces the latest domestic and international research findings to reflect the development of the discipline. It also includes commonly used software, making the book both theoretical and practical. At the end of the book, there are references and a glossary of professional terms for further reference and study. Additionally, it lists review articles organized by chapter content, providing in-depth resources for further research. This book serves as a teaching reference for senior undergraduate and graduate students in comprehensive universities and medical colleges, as well as for researchers and teachers in related fields.