Screen

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010595",
  "term": "Screen",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A systematic process of testing a large number of chemical compounds or biological samples for a specific activity or property. This high-throughput approach identifies substances that exhibit a desired effect, such as inhibiting an enzyme or activating a receptor. Screens are often conducted using automated robotic systems and miniaturized assay formats.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2011, 83, 1129. 'Glossary of terms used in biomolecular screening (IUPAC Recommendations 2011)' on page 1154 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-09-05-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/screen/"
}