In drug research, structures to which drugs are directed or bind to are called targets.
Detailed description
Targets are often molecules that are essential for the development or persistence of a disease. In the development of a new drug, a potential target is searched first. Drugs should bind to that target and influence it, for example by switching it on or off.
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