Development of Bioinformatics Software for Drug Discovery and Design

Abstract

Bioinformatics software has become an essential tool in drug discovery and design, enabling researchers to analyze and predict molecular interactions, optimize drug candidates, and reduce the time and cost of drug development. The integration of bioinformatics techniques such as molecular docking, virtual screening, and quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) modeling has revolutionized the process of drug design. This article explores the development of bioinformatics software tools used in drug discovery, focusing on their applications in target identification, drug screening, and lead optimization. We also discuss the challenges faced in developing these tools and the future directions in bioinformatics-driven drug design.