Repurposing in the context of research refers to the practice of finding new ways to use existing drugs, compounds, or materials for different therapeutic purposes. This approach can help to expedite the drug development process by identifying potential treatments for various diseases without starting from scratch. Repurposing has the potential to save time and resources, as well as bring new treatments to market faster. Researchers may explore repurposing existing drugs through screening studies, computational analysis, and clinical trials to identify novel uses for these substances.