Cutting-Edge Isolation Characterization and Pharmaceutical Formulation of Natural Products and Their Derivatives

Dear Colleagues,

Natural products and natural product derivatives have been a source of inspiration and innovation in various fields, such as from medicine to cosmetics, for centuries. They offer a vast and diverse array of chemical compounds with unique properties and potential applications. In recent years, the focus on natural products has intensified, driven by a growing interest in sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions as well as the recognition of their therapeutic and commercial value.

This Special Issue, titled “Cutting-Edge Isolation, Characterization, and Pharmaceutical Formulation of Natural Products,” aims to showcase the latest advancements in the field. It provides a platform for researchers, scientists, and experts to present their cutting-edge discoveries and insights, with a specific focus on the isolation, chemical and biological characterization, and pharmaceutical formulation of natural products.

Potential topics include, but are not limited to

1. Innovative techniques for the isolation of natural compounds;
2. Advances in the chemical analysis and structural elucidation of natural products;
3. Biological activities and pharmacological studies of natural products and natural products’ derivatives;
4. Sustainable and green chemistry approaches to natural product research;
5. Formulation and development of natural product-based pharmaceuticals;
6. Total synthesis of complex natural products;
7. Quality control and standardization of natural product extracts;
8. Potential practical applications in different fields (e.g., agriculture, food packaging, medicine, and cosmetics).

Through this collection of papers, we hope to foster a deeper understanding of natural products, their potential benefits, and their applications across various industries. Researchers are encouraged to contribute their work in these topics and their related areas to advance our knowledge and contribute to the sustainable utilization of natural resources.

Dr. Eman Ashour
Dr. Mohamed M. Radwan
Prof. Dr. Mahmoud A. ElSohly
Guest Editors

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• natural products
• natural product derivatives
• isolation techniques
• chemical and/or biological characterization
• pharmaceutical formulation
• drug discovery
• bioprospecting
• sustainable chemistry