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Developmental Toxicity: Testing Using Alternative Models

Developmental toxicity plays an important role in Drug Discovery as it studies the toxic effects a chemical or substance can have on an embryo or.

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The FET Test: Uses and Models

The FET (fish embryo toxicity) Test has been designed as an alternative to the acute toxicity test. The acute toxicity test exposes live fish to.

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Reproductive Toxicology: Using Alternative Models for Testing

Drug Discovery and pharmaceutical research is designed around gathering data for a full understanding of the toxicity, safety, and efficacy of the.

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8 Good Laboratory Practice Examples

Good laboratory practice (GLP) ensures the safety, quality, and organization of pharmaceutical research. The practice is followed to maintain.

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Define CRISPR: What Is It and How Is It Used in Drug Discovery

The latest tools in the Drug Discovery toolbox can sometimes be difficult to decipher, especially with new forms of genetic engineering popping up.

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Different Types of Animal Models

Animal models are used to study the prevention and diagnosis of human diseases and the development of vaccines and pharmaceutical products. Many.

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Transgenic Animal Models in Biomedical Research

Modern Drug Discovery and development uses a wide variety of cutting-edge tools and scientific technologies. Genetic engineering performed with.

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The Cost of Drug Discovery and Development

From the initial studies through to final approval, drug companies spend billions of dollars each year. The cost of Drug Discovery and development.

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FDA Drug Approval Process: How Drugs are Developed and Approved

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) drug approval process is a core component of Drug Discovery in the United States. All new drugs are required.

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How to Identify Chronic Toxicity with Alternative Models

Chronic toxicity occurs as a result of long-term exposure to substances such as poisonous chemicals. It is linked to ecotoxicity, which is the effect.

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