Ep. 5 Where Medicines Begin: Inside the World of Drug Discovery

Wondering how new medicines are discovered and brought to life? We explore the fascinating world of drug discovery — the critical first step in creating new therapies. We’ll walk through how researchers identify, design, and validate treatments, from early scientific breakthroughs to the complex process of developing New Biological Entities (NBEs). You'll discover the immense time, cost, and innovation it takes to bring a drug from the lab bench to patients. 

Whether you’re a biotech enthusiast or simply curious about how new medicines come to life, this episode offers a deeper appreciation for the science that changes lives.

Featured Articles: Drug Discovery and Development: Role of Basic Biological Research (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trci.2017.10.005)

The Stages Of Drug Discovery And Development Process (https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10816178)