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Light-powered method revives discarded compounds for drug discovery

Just now November 7, 2026 1 min read 📰 Phys.org
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A researcher from Florida State University is part of a team that has developed a light-powered method to revive previously discarded chemical compounds for drug discovery. This innovation could potentially lead to new medications, impacting the pharmaceutical landscape. For Iran, advancements in drug development could enhance local pharmaceutical capabilities and reduce dependency on foreign medicines.

Throughout the drug development process, which can take a decade or more, tens of thousands of chemical compounds are produced that never go on to become medicines. A Florida State University researcher is part of a team that has discovered a new way to give some of these "dead ends" a second chance at becoming the foundation for tomorrow's blockbuster drugs.

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