When developing a new drug, the first step is to identify and synthesize molecules that have the potential to be effective in treating the target disease. Once a few promising molecules have been identified, they are subjected to high-throughput screening to determine their efficacy and toxicity. Based on the results of the screening, the molecules are optimized to increase their efficacy and reduce any toxic effects. Finally, the optimized molecules are subjected to extensive toxicology testing to ensure their safety before they can be tested in clinical trials. |