Advanced Computer-Assisted Techniques in Drug Discovery (Methods and Principles in Medicinal Chemistry)

Edited by R. Mannhold, P. Krogsgaard-Larsen, H. Timmerman Advanced Computer-Assisted Techniques in Drug Discovery Edited by Han van de Waterbeemd Volume 3 The use of powerful computers has revolutionized molecular design and drug discovery. Thoroughly researched and well-structured, this comprehensive handbook covers highly effective and efficient techniques in 3D-QSAR and advanced statistical analysis. The emphasis is on showing users how to apply these methods and avoid costly and time-consuming methodical errors. Topics covered include combination of statistical methods and molecular modeling tools rational use of databases advanced statistical techniques neural networks and expert systems in molecular design. This book addresses the practitioner in industry and research, as well as the novice wishing to become acquainted with modern tools in medicinal chemistry. Also available: Chemometric Methods in Molecular Design, edited by H. van de Waterbeemd.van de Waterbeemd, Han is the author of 'Advanced Computer-Assisted Techniques in Drug Discovery (Methods and Principles in Medicinal Chemistry)', published 1994 under ISBN 9783527292486 and ISBN 3527292489.