Drug Discovery: A HistoryWritten by a leading authority with an excellent reputation, and ability for writing a good narrative, Drug Discovery: A History is a far cry from simply a list of chemical structures. This lively new text considers the origins, development and history of medicines that generate high media interest and have a huge social and economic impact on society. Set within a wide historical, social and cultural context, it provides expanded coverage of pre-twentieth century drugs, the huge advances made in the twentieth century and the latest developments in drug research. Features:
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PreHellenic Civilisations 121 | 12 |
Herbals 22 | 32 |
Systematic Medicine | 74 |
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