From Ox Liver to AI: How the History of Pharmacology Shapes Its Future

What do roasted ox liver and AI-powered virtual screening have in common? They both mark critical moments in humanity’s centuries-long quest to control physiology—and they bookend a story few new learners truly understand.

In this exclusive foundational-level lecture, Dr. Terry Kenakin takes you on a captivating tour through the history of pharmacology: a journey that spans ancient Egypt, revolutionary scientific ideas, Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, and today's digital frontier. But this isn't just about what was—it's about why the past matters now.

Ever heard of the Ebers Papyrus? It’s one of the earliest medical texts, prescribing liver to treat night blindness. (Spoiler: It worked—thanks to Vitamin A.) Fast-forward a few thousand years, and we’re talking beta receptors, receptor theory, and AI-generated ligands. All of it connected. All of it is essential.

Dr. Kenakin also celebrates the giants on whose shoulders we stand—A.J. Clark, Paul Ehrlich, Sir James Black, and more—sharing the stories and setbacks that shaped today’s scientific frameworks. And yes, you'll even meet the man who turned failed experiments into a Nobel Prize-winning discovery about nitric oxide.

Whether you're stepping into pharmacology for the first time or rekindling your interest, this lesson delivers 'aha' moments grounded in decades of experience. It's equal parts inspiration, insight, and orientation.

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