About Book
This book on Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) is meticulously developed in accordance with the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) syllabus for M. Pharm, with the objective of equipping postgraduate pharmacy students with a strong theoretical foundation and practical insight into modern in-silico drug discovery approaches. The text systematically introduces learners to the role of computational techniques in accelerating and rationalizing the drug discovery and development process. Beginning with the fundamentals of CADD, the book explains core concepts such as molecular modeling, energy minimization, force fields, and molecular visualization in a clear and student-friendly manner. Dedicated chapters on QSAR, molecular docking, virtual screening, and structure-based drug design provide conceptual clarity along with real-world pharmaceutical relevance. The integration of ADMET prediction, drug-likeness evaluation, and bioinformatics tools enables readers to understand how computational methods help in identifying safer and more effective drug candidates. Special emphasis is placed on commonly used databases and software tools, making the content highly relevant for academic research, thesis work, and industry-oriented learning.
About Author
Dr. Pankhuri Hans Raheja is an education entrepreneur and doctoral graduate from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak. She founded an innovative tutorial platform that has assisted over 50 students to achieve academic excellence. Among her notable achievements, she developed personalized learning plans leading to a 25% improvement in student performance and received recognition for her community education outreach. Dr. Raheja continues to inspire through her dedication to mentoring and educational advancements.
Lata Sisodia is a highly accomplished Assistant Professor of Pharmacology at the Shriram School of Pharmacy in Banmore, Morena (M.P.). Her commitment to pharmaceutical science is underpinned by her comprehensive education, having earned both her B.Pharm and M.Pharm degrees from the Shriram College of Pharmacy, specializing in Pharmacology. Before joining the faculty, she gained invaluable clinical experience as a Clinical Pharmacist in Gwalior (M.P.), which informs her current teaching and research. Since moving into academia, she has established herself as a significant contributor to pharmaceutical literature, with published research papers, and book chapters to her credit. A testament to her innovative work, she holds two patents. She has actively participated in numerous FDP programs, international/national conferences, and workshops, and regularly organizes public health awareness initiatives.
Dr. M.VIswanadha Murthy is presently working as an associate professor in VJ’s College of pharmacy and Co-founder of Radical Institute, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh. He has been actively involved in teaching and research for last 15 years. He was awarded gold medal for securing highest percentage in board examination from PCI, New Delhi. He qualified GATE-2009 and completed PG and Doctoral degrees funded by AICTE and UGC from Andhra university, Visakhapatnam. He has published research and review articles in premier academic journals. He has conducted GPAT orientation and induction programmes in various colleges and institutes.
Dr. K. Jesindha Beyatricks is working as a Professor in Hillside college of Pharmacy and Research Centre, Bangalore in the Department of Pharmaceutics, She has completed her graduation from The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR University, Post graduate from Bharathidasan University and Ph.D from Prist University, She is having more than 16 years of experience in teaching B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Pharm D and guided many M.Pharm students. She has more than 26 review and research article in SCOPUS, UGC or peer reviewed journals with a good impact factor.
Dr. Kousik Santra, M. Pharm., PhD (JU), Chartered Chemist, FIC, is presently servicing in the post of Professor cum Principal at Anand College of Education, Debra, Kabilpur, Pashchim Medinipur, West Bengal, India. He has obtained his PhD degree in Pharmacy under the supervision of Prof. (Dr.) Biswajit Mukherjee (Jadavapur University, Kolkata, West Bengal). He is an administrator along with more than sixteen years teaching experience. He has guided students at both UG and PG level and one of the candidate have been awarded PhD under his co- supervision. He has published several review and research papers in leading National and International Journals. He is a life member of "APTI". He has a Chartered Chemist (Institution of Chemists / India) and Fellow of the Institution of Chemists(India) (FIC).
