Optibrium Introduces Graphical Interface for QuanSA to Enhance Ligand-Based Affinity Predictions
New user interface provides visual insights to guide compound optimisation CAMBRIDGE, UK, 24 March 2026 – Optibrium, a leading developer of software and AI solutions for molecular design, today…
Ensemble-based conformational modelling for macrocycles
From X-ray refinement to lead optimisation Conventional ligand-fitting and refinement methods in X-ray electron density maps often yield models with…
Enhanced ADME predictions : New and improved models in StarDrop 8
All models are available in StarDrop’s ADME QSAR module: pKa– Most acidic pKa– Most basic pKa– All pKa valueslogP (Octanol/Water)logD7.4 (Octanol/buffer…
Counting what counts: Structural descriptors in StarDrop
In medicinal chemistry, it’s often the little things, like the subtle changes in a molecule’s structure, that make the difference.…
Why does conformational flexibility matter in drug design?
What are conformational ensembles? A conformational ensemble is a collection of the different 3D shapes a molecule can adopt in…
How do I assess similarities between molecules?
What is the similarity principle? The similarity principle is one of the key concepts in drug design. It implies that…
How much does 3D molecular modelling software cost?
Introduction 3D molecular modelling plays a vital role in modern drug discovery, offering powerful applications to streamline research, reduce costs,…
What are the best AI drug discovery software platforms?
What value does AI offer in drug discovery? The potential is huge: To learn more about the value we’re seeing…
Maximising the ROI of AI – A comprehensive evaluation of Cerella for drug discovery success
When evaluating any new technology, it is important to establish how you will validate whether it will deliver a return…
How is AI transforming drug discovery chemistry?
Imagine you’re trying to find the correct key to unlock a treasure box, but there are billions of keys to…
Derek Nexus for toxicity prediction – What package is right for me?
What is Derek Nexus? Developed by Lhasa Limited, Derek Nexus is an expert-knowledge based system that draws on over 40…
Which ADMET properties are important for me to predict?
How can I predict my compound’s absorption? The first of the ADMET properties relate to absorption. Understanding how a drug…
How does StarDrop compare to Semeta?
What are StarDrop and Semeta? Semeta is a tailored platform for DMPK scientists. It enables users to address key challenges…
What’s the importance of cytochrome P450 metabolism?
Why focus on cytochrome P450 enzymes? CYPs are a ubiquitous superfamily of heme-containing monooxygenases responsible for approximately 70–80% of observed…
What other software does StarDrop integrate with?
StarDrop — A Swiss Army knife for drug discovery It’s designed to fit right in with the other tools you…
How can I make the most of my predictive models for drug discovery?
What’s the purpose of a predictive model? What’s the value of predictive models for drug discovery? Most of the undergraduate…
