Molecular Evolutionary Models in Drug Discovery: A Key to New Medicines

Author: Juan Bueno

Publication Date: January 22, 2020

ISBN: 9780128176139, 9780128189290

Language: English

Publisher: Elsevier Science

Book Overview:

Molecular Evolutionary Models in Drug Discovery delves into the application of evolutionary molecular models in drug discovery, where secondary metabolites play a pivotal role. These metabolites are not produced in isolation but are the result of the interaction of genes, metabolism, and the environment. The book explores the role of secondary metabolites as leads in drug discovery and the development of a rational bioprospecting model for new medicines based on the evolution of secondary metabolism.

Key Topics:

Integration and application of evolutionary models in the pharmaceutical industry to create new drug development platforms.

Biotechnological prospecting of secondary metabolites and their potential use in the discovery of new drugs.

Evaluation of the ecosystem of living beings and how its molecular adaptation might improve the success of therapies.

Why This Book Matters:

Molecular Evolutionary Models in Drug Discovery is a significant contribution to the field of drug discovery, offering insights into the potential of evolutionary models in creating new drug development platforms. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the role of secondary metabolites in drug discovery and the importance of bioprospecting for new medicines. This book is essential reading for researchers, scientists, and professionals in the pharmaceutical industry seeking to understand the application of evolutionary models in drug discovery.