IDAAM Publications

Next-Gen Pharma:

AI and ML Driving Innovation in the Pharmaceutical Industry

(The book will be published with an ISBN)

Submit chapter abstract (250-300 words) along with table of content to books.idaampublications@gmail.com

About The Book:

The pharmaceutical industry is rapidly evolving with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). These technologies are speeding up drug discovery and reshaping areas like manufacturing, clinical trials, regulation, and patient care. Next-Gen Pharma: AI and ML Driving Innovation in the Pharmaceutical Industry brings insights from global experts, offering a well-rounded view—scientific, technical, ethical, regulatory, and commercial—on how AI is revolutionizing pharma. Covering topics from molecule design to smart manufacturing and data-driven decisions, the book serves as a comprehensive guide for researchers, professionals, and policymakers navigating this AI-driven transformation.

Tentative Table of Contents:

Part I: Foundations and Emerging Technologies

  • Chapter 1:  Introduction: The Role of AI and ML in the Future of Pharmaceuticals
    (Overview of AI/ML paradigms and their convergence with pharmaceutical science).
  • Chapter 2: Fundamentals of AI and Machine Learning in Drug Discovery
    (Key algorithms, data types, and model evaluation techniques relevant to pharma).
  • Chapter 3: Data Infrastructure for AI in Pharma: Challenges and Solutions
    (Data curation, FAIR principles, interoperability, and integration of legacy systems).

Part II: Drug Discovery and Preclinical Research

  • Chapter 4: AI in Target Identification and Validation
    (Using ML to predict druggable targets and molecular interactions).
  • Chapter 5: De Novo Drug Design and Generative AI for Molecule Creation
    (Applications of GANs, transformers, and reinforcement learning in compound generation).
  • Chapter 6: ML-Driven High-Throughput Screening and Optimization
    (Virtual screening, QSAR models, and automation in lead optimization).
  • Chapter 7: Predictive Toxicology and ADMET Profiling Using AI
    (Reducing late-stage failures through early toxicity prediction).

Part III: Clinical Development and Trials

  • Chapter 8: AI for Clinical Trial Design and Patient Stratification
    (Optimizing trial design, site selection, and patient enrollment using AI).
  • Chapter 9: Digital Twins and AI-Enhanced Simulation in Clinical Trials
    (Modeling patient outcomes and optimizing interventions).
  • Chapter 10: Real-World Evidence and ML: Bridging Clinical and Post-Market Data
    (Leveraging electronic health records and real-world data to inform clinical strategies).

Part IV: Manufacturing and Supply Chain

  • Chapter 11: Smart Manufacturing: AI for Process Optimization and Quality Control
    (Predictive maintenance, real-time analytics, and continuous manufacturing).
  • Chapter 12: AI in Pharmaceutical Supply Chain and Logistics
    (Forecasting demand, managing inventory, and optimizing delivery).

Part V: Regulatory, Ethical, and Business Perspectives

  • Chapter 13: Regulatory Landscape for AI in Pharma: Current Trends and Future Outlook
    (FDA/EMA guidelines, model validation, and compliance considerations).
  • Chapter 14: Ethics, Bias, and Explainability in Pharmaceutical AI Systems
    (Addressing transparency, accountability, and fairness).
  • Chapter 15: AI-Driven Business Models and Market Disruption in Pharma
    (Startup ecosystems, partnerships, and changing economics).

Part VI: Case Studies and Future Directions

  • Chapter 16: Case Studies of AI Success in Pharma
    (Real-world examples from companies using AI across R&D and commercialization).
  • Chapter 17: The Future of AI in Pharma: Quantum Computing, Multimodal AI, and Beyond
    (Exploring the next frontier of technological convergence).
  • Chapter 18: Conclusion: Toward a Learning Health System for Drug Development
    (Integrating continuous learning into the pharmaceutical ecosystem).

[Note: Strikethrough chapters (1, 8) are already been taken by other authors].

About Editors:

Dr. Jameel Ahmed S. Mulla
Professor & Head,
Department of Pharmaceutics,
Shree Santkrupa College of Pharmacy, Ghogaon-Karad, MS, India
Dr. Bhimanna Kuppast
Research Scientist,
O2M technologies LLC, Chicago, IL.
Mr. Harish G Chinnari
Senior Director,
Formulation R&D,
Azurity Pharmaceuticals
Mr. Manik Prabhu Nanna
Trial Vendor Associate Director,
Global Drug Development Operations, Novartis Health Care Pvt Ltd

Important Dates:

Abstract Submission: by 15ᵗʰ August 2025

Full Chapter Submission: by 30ᵗʰ September 2025
Full Chapter Acceptance: by 15ᵗʰ October 2025

Chapter Processing Charge (CPC):

A Chapter Processing Charge (CPC) is required to cover the costs of typesetting, processing, and global online hosting. All corresponding authors will be asked to pay their publication charges upon acceptance of abstract as Chapter Processing Charge USD 100 (for overseas authors), INR 3000 (for authors from India) per published chapter (Maximum 3 Authors per Chapter).