Edited by: S.J. Enna, Michael Williams, John W. Ferkany, Terry Kenakin, Roger D. Porsolt, James P. Sullivan

Series Editor: Gwen Taylor; gcrooks@wiley.com

Current Protocols in Pharmacology responds to the needs of researchers for an authoritative, updatable source of laboratory procedures containing a full gamut of molecular, cellular, physiological, and chemical techniques for the successful discovery and development of novel drugs and therapeutics. The publication's clear, concise protocols guide you step-by-step through the process of characterizing new compounds using receptor-binding assays (both in vitro and in isolated tissues), enzyme assays, and signal transduction assays. Clear guidelines on data analysis are provided along with representative data for each protocol illustrating how lead compounds can be quickly identified.