Drug discovery is a complex and multi-step process aimed at identifying new candidate medications. Here’s a brief summary of the key stages involved:
- Target Identification and Validation
- Hit Identification
- Hit-to-Lead
- Lead Optimization
- Preclinical Testing
- Clinical Trials
- Regulatory Approval
- Post-Market Surveillance
Despite advances in technology, drug discovery remains a lengthy, expensive, and challenging process. However, AI and quantum computing are helping to streamline and accelerate various innovative stages, offering hope for more efficient drug development in the future.
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