Chemical Biology (ePub)

An authoritative look at the application of chemical
biology in drug discovery and development

Based on the award-winning Wiley Encyclopedia of Chemical
Biology published in 2008, this book explores the role of
chemical biology in drug discovery and development. The first part
of the book reviews key principles and techniques used in the
design and evaluation of drug candidates. The second part
elucidates biological mechanisms of certain diseases, illuminating
approaches to investigate and target these diseases.

Comprising carefully selected reprints from the
Encyclopedia as well as new contributions from leading
scholars in the field, this book provides researchers in academia
and industry with important information to aid in the development
of novel agents to treat disease. Self-contained articles cover a
variety of essential topics, including:

* The design, development, and optimization of drug
candidates

* The pharmacokinetics and properties of drugs

* Drug transport and delivery

* Natural products and natural product models as
pharmaceuticals

* Biological mechanisms underlying health and disease

* Treatment strategies for a range of diseases, from HIV to
schizophrenia

Chemical Biology is a top-notch guide and reference for
anyone working in the areas of drug discovery and development,
including researchers in chemical biology and other fields such as
biochemistry, medicine, and pharmaceutical sciences.