Diversity

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013046",
  "term": "Diversity",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The structural dissimilarity among molecules within a collection, such as a chemical library used for drug discovery. Diversity is assessed by comparing molecular properties like size, shape, flexibility, and the distribution of functional groups and pharmacophores. A high degree of structural diversity increases the probability of finding compounds with novel biological activities or modes of action, contrasting with focused libraries that contain structurally similar compounds.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2013, 85, 1725. 'Glossary of terms used in medicinal chemistry. Part II (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 1732 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-12-11-23)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/diversity/"
}