A powerful computer is used to develop new drugs by looking at the molecular structure and chemical composition of target cells and creating substances that will bind to certain molecules, affecting their function inside the body. What is the term for this new technology?

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This new technology is called rational drug design, which involves using computational techniques to optimize the design of potential drugs based on their molecular structure and chemical properties. Pharmacogenomics, genometrics, personalized medicine, and genetic mapping are related fields but do not specifically refer to this type of drug design.

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