Light-powered method resurrects 'dead-end' compounds for drug discovery

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A research team that includes a Florida State University scientist has developed a light-powered method to revive chemical compounds previously set aside during drug discovery. The approach could give otherwise discarded compounds another chance to become 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.