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,…
How can categorical models provide value in supporting compound prioritisation?
Introduction In early-stage drug discovery, medicinal chemists rely on predictive models to help guide which compounds to synthesise or test…
How to evaluate the performance of QSAR/QSPR classification models?
Introduction After training a classification model, we would like to evaluate its performance by using the trained model on an…
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…
Machine learning 101: How to build your first neural network
What are neural networks? Neural networks (NNs) in various forms are very common nowadays, and specific architectures are used for…
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…
Machine Learning 101: How to train your first QSAR model
My hope is that these posts will be of interest to people who want to understand more of the nuts…
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…
How do I know if Optibrium’s predictive models work?
Data curation for model building A model can only be as good as the data it has been trained on.…
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…
Which is the best metabolite prediction software?
Discover which metabolite prediction software is best for your needs in this comprehensive guide from Optibrium. Compare top tools like Meteor Nexus, MetaSite, and StarDrop to make informed decisions for drug metabolism prediction
What’s the difference between QSAR and imputation predictive models – which method should I use and when?
We’re often asked, “What’s the difference between QSAR and imputation models?”, so I’m going to explain how the methods differ, their advantages and disadvantages, and when each approach is applicable.
26th North American ISSX and JSSX Meeting
The joint ISSX/JSSX meeting is for researchers looking to gain a deeper understanding of drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics.
