Newsletter | June 6, 2026

06.06.26 -- Drug Discovery Online Best Of May

MAY'S BEST FEATURED EDITORIAL

Why Protein Design Has Outpaced Small Molecule AI Modeling

Protein design has advanced faster than small‑molecule AI. Small‑molecule modeling faces a much larger chemical space and far less openly available data, much of which remains tied to proprietary pharma programs.

Rethinking Tau Biology: The Future Of Neurodegenerative Drug Discovery

We caught up with Melissa Murray, Ph.D., and Amy Rommel, Ph.D., to discuss tau-associated neurodegenerative diseases.

How AI Is Changing Antibiotic Discovery Not From An AI Guy

Speaking from a microbiologist’s perspective rather than as an AI expert, join Jon Stokes as he discusses the practical realities of small‑molecule antibiotic discovery.

MAY'S BEST INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Organ-Chips Outperform Animal Models And Spheroids

Examine how 780 human Liver-Chips were assessed for their ability to predict drug-induced liver injury from small molecules.

Advancements In Genome Integrity Assessment For Gene Therapies

Gene therapy holds promise for treating various genetic diseases. Explore the latest in gene therapy with expert insights on AAV vector integrity, dPCR-based solutions, and assay design.

Metabolic Pathways And The Immune System

Metabolic pathways define immune cell roles, from glycolysis fueling inflammation to fatty acid oxidation sustaining memory and tolerance. Discover how energy metabolism shapes immune responses.

MAY'S BEST SOLUTIONS

Small Molecule Exponential Discovery

Expediting Drug Discovery From Concept To Commercialization

Automated, Single-Use Systems For TFF At Multiple Scales