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  • Computational chemistry
  • Medicinal chemistry
  • Drug discovery

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  • Virtual screening relies heavily on the quality and relevance of compound libraries.
  • Numerous compound libraries exist, each with unique characteristics and applications.
  • Library selection significantly impacts the efficiency and success of virtual screening campaigns.

Purpose:

  • To review and categorize major compound libraries available for virtual screening.
  • To provide guidance on selecting the optimal compound library tailored to specific research objectives.
  • To highlight the critical role of library selection in virtual screening workflows.

Summary:

  • This review details various compound libraries suitable for virtual screening.
  • It emphasizes that library selection is project-dependent and as vital as the screening methodology.
  • Guidance is offered to help researchers make informed decisions based on their specific needs.

Impact:

  • Facilitates more effective and efficient virtual screening processes.
  • Aids researchers in optimizing drug discovery pipelines by selecting appropriate compound collections.
  • Enhances the success rate of identifying promising drug candidates through informed library selection.