Molecular target

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007524",
  "term": "Molecular target",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A specific molecule within a biological system, such as a protein or nucleic acid, that is directly involved in a disease process and can be modulated by a drug or therapeutic agent. The interaction between the drug and its molecular target is designed to alter the target's function, thereby producing a therapeutic effect. Many modern drugs are developed to selectively bind to and inhibit the activity of specific enzymes or receptors.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2013, 85, 1725. 'Glossary of terms used in medicinal chemistry. Part II (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 1742 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-12-11-23)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/molecular-target/"
}