Drug discovery research in academia provides outstanding opportunities for basic research, translation, commercialization and training of the next generation of scientists. I will highlight milestones from my own career that showcase traditional and modern medicinal chemistry strategies, synthesis of medicinal agents, advances in organic chemistry, lead optimization and commercialization efforts.

<b>Award Address</b> (Alfred Burger Award in Medicinal Chemistry sponsored by Gilead Sciences, Inc.). Insights from an academic career in medicinal chemistry: From leprosy to contraception

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Award Address (Alfred Burger Award in Medicinal Chemistry sponsored by Gilead Sciences, Inc.). Insights from an academic career in medicinal chemistry: From leprosy to contraception