Fungal Metabolites: Powering Pharmacological and Agricultural Frontiers

Dear Colleagues,

A Special Issue entitled "Fungal Metabolites: Powering Pharmacological and Agricultural Frontiers" seeks to explore the multifaceted role of fungal metabolites in advancing both pharmacological and agricultural domains. Fungi have long been recognized as prolific producers of diverse bioactive compounds with significant potential for application in medicine and agriculture. Hence, this Special Issue aims to delve into the latest research and developments in the field, covering a broad spectrum of topics including but not limited to the following:

1. Pharmacological applications: Investigating the pharmacological properties of fungal metabolites, including their potential as antimicrobial agents, anticancer drugs, immunomodulators, neuroprotective agents, and beyond. Studies elucidating the mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, and toxicity profiles of fungal-derived compounds are particularly welcomed.
2. Agricultural innovations: Exploring the agricultural applications of fungal metabolites in enhancing crop productivity, disease management, and stress tolerance. Research focusing on the biocontrol potential of fungal secondary metabolites against plant pathogens, as well as their role in promoting plant growth and resilience through biopriming, will be highlighted.
3. Bioactive compound discovery: presenting novel findings in the discovery and characterization of bioactive compounds derived from fungi, including screening methodologies, isolation techniques, structural elucidation, and the synthesis of fungal metabolites with potential pharmaceutical or agricultural relevance.

It also aims to provide a comprehensive platform for researchers, scientists, and practitioners to exchange insights, share innovative discoveries, and catalyze interdisciplinary collaborations in the burgeoning field of fungal metabolites, ultimately contributing to the advancement of pharmacology, agriculture, and beyond.

Dr. Maja Karaman
Dr. Ewa Zapora
Guest Editors

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• fungi
• fungal metabolites
• polysaccharides
• pharmacological applications
• agricultural innovations
• crop productivity
• stress tolerance