article thumbnail

AI use in repurposing drugs for Covid-19

Drug Discovery World

The Covid-19 pandemic demonstrated the power of the scientific community to rapidly mobilise resources and accelerate vaccines and treatments using novel technologies. We witnessed the unprecedented pace of vaccine development, fuelled by cutting-edge mRNA technology.

Drugs 59
article thumbnail

What to expect from drug discovery and development in 2023

Drug Discovery World

Research into HIV blossomed throughout 2022, with ViiV Healthcare’s combination therapy for HIV-1 gaining approval in Japan; and research moving forward towards a one-time treatment for HIV as well as a vaccine. In terms of activity, a number of large-scale acquisitions took place, with Pfizer’s purchase of Biohaven for $11.6