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In Silico Screening

Meaning

In Silico Screening is a sophisticated computational technique utilized in the initial stages of drug discovery and development, which involves simulating the interaction of thousands or millions of chemical compounds with a biological target, such as a hormone receptor or enzyme, using advanced computer models. This virtual screening process efficiently filters large chemical libraries to rapidly identify the most promising candidates for further in vitro and in vivo testing. It significantly accelerates the identification of novel therapeutic agents, reducing the time and immense cost associated with traditional laboratory-based screening methods.