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1 Historical development of computer-aided drug design

  • Arshdeep Singh , Rabin Debnath , Viney Chawla und Pooja A. Chawla
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Abstract

The 1970s witnessed the beginning of the historical development of computer- aided drug design (CADD), which revolutionised drug discovery by utilising computational techniques to increase accuracy and efficiency. Molecular modelling and quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) models, which connected chemical structures with biological activities to forecast medication efficacy, were the main focuses of early CADD initiatives. Developments in molecular docking and dynamics simulations were crucial in the 1980s and 1990s. While molecular dynamics simulations looked at the stability and interactions of drug compounds over time, molecular docking predicted how drug candidates would bind to target proteins. Drug development was further expedited by the late 20th century combination of combinatorial chemistry and high-throughput screening, which combined CADD with experimental methods. With the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into CADD, a major advancement has occurred in the twenty-first century. These tools aid in the search for new treatment candidates by quickly and accurately analysing large datasets, spotting patterns, and making predictions about the future. All things considered, CADD’s development is a reflection of ongoing advances in computer technology, which makes it an essential part of contemporary pharmaceutical research. It keeps changing, taking advantage of fresh chances in medication discovery and design as well as new obstacles.

Abstract

The 1970s witnessed the beginning of the historical development of computer- aided drug design (CADD), which revolutionised drug discovery by utilising computational techniques to increase accuracy and efficiency. Molecular modelling and quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) models, which connected chemical structures with biological activities to forecast medication efficacy, were the main focuses of early CADD initiatives. Developments in molecular docking and dynamics simulations were crucial in the 1980s and 1990s. While molecular dynamics simulations looked at the stability and interactions of drug compounds over time, molecular docking predicted how drug candidates would bind to target proteins. Drug development was further expedited by the late 20th century combination of combinatorial chemistry and high-throughput screening, which combined CADD with experimental methods. With the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into CADD, a major advancement has occurred in the twenty-first century. These tools aid in the search for new treatment candidates by quickly and accurately analysing large datasets, spotting patterns, and making predictions about the future. All things considered, CADD’s development is a reflection of ongoing advances in computer technology, which makes it an essential part of contemporary pharmaceutical research. It keeps changing, taking advantage of fresh chances in medication discovery and design as well as new obstacles.

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