Natural Products as New Antiviral/Antiparasitic/Antibacterial/Antimicrobial Treatment Options

Dear Colleagues,

Many natural compounds have been reported to possess a diverse array of intriguing and significant biological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antitumor, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic, analgesic, antidiabetic, anti-atherogenic, and antiproliferative properties, as well as cardio- and neuroprotective effects.

Given the remarkable potential of these bioactive natural compounds, researchers are devoting special attention to their study. The exploration of medicinal potential in functional ingredients and the treatment of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as oxidative stress, diabetes, obesity, bacterial and viral infections, and parasitic diseases, among others is a subject of widespread interest and investigation.

This Special Issue aims to enhance the comprehension of the value and potential applications of natural products. We extend our gratitude to the authors for their invaluable contributions that bolster scientific advancements in the analysis of natural products. The collective efforts in this field not only contribute to scientific progress, but also hold promise for the development of novel therapeutic interventions and functional ingredients that can positively impact human health and well-being.

Dr. Laura De Martino
Dr. Dejan S. Pljevljakušić
Guest Editors

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• natural products
• antiviral compounds
• antiparasitic agents
• antibacterial properties
• antimicrobial activity
• drug-resistant pathogens
• plant-derived compounds
• microbial sources
• terpenoids
• alkaloids
• phenols
• flavonoids
• antimicrobial peptides