Principles of Molecular Recognition

Molecular recognition is a rapidly expanding subject of critical importance to all disciplines concerned with the way molecules of all sizes interact. This book provides a grounding to the topic for those engaged, or about to be engaged, in these activities. Intermolecular forces, fundamental factors affecting molecular recognition, are discussed first and a chapter on small molecules highlights the information which can be applied more generally to larger systems. Later chapters deal with the core topics of molecules in solvents, asymmetric synthesis by catalysis, and the catalytic action of metalloenzymes. The book is completed with coverage of drug discovery and protein dynamics - areas central to the worldwide interest in this field.