Hit identification in ultra large virtual screening: an integrative review and future challenges

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• Hit identification strategies are evolving, emphasizing molecular docking and bioinformatics for complex compound libraries.
• Key challenges include data management and processing speeds in ultra-large virtual screening contexts, particularly with diverse chemical spaces.
• The review highlights the integration of chemoinformatics with structural biology to enhance hit identification efficacy across various platforms.
• Future research should focus on improving algorithms and data integration methods to overcome existing limitations, enabling more efficient screening processes.