Cannabinoid and Psychedelic Pharmacology and Drug Development

90 Day Deep Dive Podcast Series into the World of Human Receptor Pharmacology - Day 3 Receptor Binding Kinetics & Affinity


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Dive deep into the fascinating world of receptor-ligand binding in this comprehensive episode of the molecular pharmacology series. Join our expert hosts as they break down the intricate dance between receptors and ligands at the cellular level. Using vivid analogies like a bustling city with specialized buildings and delivery trucks, they explain complex concepts like binding affinity, dynamic equilibrium, and the role of G proteins in cellular signaling.

Learn about cutting-edge research techniques, including radioligand binding assays and fluorescent tagging, that allow scientists to visualize these molecular interactions in real-time. The episode also explores advanced concepts like biased agonism, receptor dimers, and functional selectivity, revealing how these mechanisms are crucial for modern drug development and personalized medicine.

Perfect for students, researchers, and anyone curious about how drugs work at the molecular level, this episode bridges the gap between basic science and clinical applications, showing how understanding these tiny interactions leads to better, more targeted therapies.

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Cannabinoid and Psychedelic Pharmacology and Drug DevelopmentBy Jim Mitchell and Google NotebookLM