Innovations in Drug Discovery

This fascinating volume delves into the forefront of pharmaceutical research to shed light on the ground-breaking methodologies and technologies driving advancements in drug discovery today.

Providing a comprehensive overview of emerging trends and new approaches, it covers the entire drug discovery process, from target identification to clinical development, providing readers with a holistic understanding of the field. Each chapter outlines a different approach, from computational methods and high-throughput screening techniques to the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in drug design. Additionally, it explores the integration of genomic, proteomic, and metabolomic data in target identification and validation processes, as well as the utilization of CRISPR/Cas9 technology for precision medicine initiatives.

Highlighting the potential of interdisciplinary collaborations, elucidating the impact of big data analytics on decision-making processes, this fascinating book will appeal to students and researchers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnological sciences, as well as professionals in this field.

Krishnaveni Manubolu, an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical sciences at Narayana Pharmacy College, Nellore, earned her Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from JNTUA in 2022. With extensive teaching experience in Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, and Biopharmaceutics, her research focuses on herbal formulations, natural polymer-based drug delivery systems, and sustainable pharmaceutical technologies. She has published numerous scientific papers, authored book chapters, and presented her work at national and international conferences. A member of professional bodies like IPA and APTI, Dr. Manubolu is dedicated to advancing research in innovative, eco-friendly therapeutics and mentoring the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists.

Raveesha Peeriga is an Academic Professional in the Department of Pharmacognosy at V.V. Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Gudlavalleru. She has received several awards. She authored three books titled Herbal Drug Technology, Concise Pharmacognosy, and A Short Guide to Clinical Pharmacokinetics. She acted as a Chairperson for BOS for Paramedicals, Krishna University. She has published numerous scientific papers, authored book chapters, and presented her work at national and international conferences. She is an Associate Fellow of the Andhra Pradesh Akademi of Sciences. She is a Life Member of various professional bodies.