Light-powered method resurrects 'dead-end' compounds for drug discovery
Researchers have found a method using light to revive chemical compounds that were previously deemed useless in drug development. These compounds were created but never turned into medicines due to their lack of potential. The method could potentially lead to the creation of new blockbuster drugs.
Why it's good news: It means that potentially life-changing medications may be developed from compounds previously thought to be worthless.
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