A lab mistake at Cambridge reveals a powerful new way to modify drug molecules

A lab mistake at Cambridge reveals a powerful new way to modify drug molecules A surprising lab discovery reveals a light-powered shortcut for redesigning drug molecules faster and more cleanly.

• Date:
• March 14, 2026
• Source:
• St. John's College, University of Cambridge
• Summary:
• Cambridge scientists have discovered a light-powered chemical reaction that lets researchers modify complex drug molecules at the final stages of development. Unlike traditional methods that rely on toxic...