Compounds from Natural Products as Sources for Drug Discovery

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to comprehensively showcase the diverse landscape of bioactive compounds derived from natural products and their profound significance in contemporary drug discovery endeavours. Contributions are invited to delve into various facets of this dynamic field, encompassing the isolation, structural elucidation, pharmacological evaluation, and mechanistic insights of individual compounds sourced from a diverse array of natural reservoirs, including plants, microorganisms, and marine organisms. We encourage the submission of research articles, reviews, and perspectives that shed light on innovative methodologies for compound isolation and characterisation, as well as studies elucidating the therapeutic potential and molecular mechanisms underlying the bioactivity of these natural compounds. Furthermore, we seek to highlight the crucial role of sustainable sourcing practices and ethical considerations in the utilisation of individual compounds for pharmaceutical purposes. Through collaborative efforts, this Special Issue aims to advance our understanding of the intricate interplay between nature's chemical diversity and its implications for the development of novel therapeutics, fostering meaningful contributions to the field of drug discovery.

Dr. Suzanne A. Nasser
Guest Editor

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• natural products
• drug discovery
• bioactive compounds
• medicinal plants
• marine natural products
• pharmacological screening
• pharmacognosy
• sustainable drug development
• purification techniques
• compound isolation