Innovative Processing Technologies and Their Effects on Antioxidant Activity in Plant-Derived Natural Products
A special issue of Antioxidants (ISSN 2076-3921). This special issue belongs to the section "Extraction and Industrial Applications of Antioxidants".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2026 | Viewed by 1076
Special Issue Editor
Interests: natural products; bioactive compounds; pharmacological activity; cancer chemoresistance; antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mechanisms; drug discovery; functional foods; molecular pharmacology; toxicology; biotechnology; cellular models; human health; sustainable bioproducts
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Dear Colleagues,
Extraction methodologies exert a critical influence on the qualitative and quantitative profiles of bioactive compounds in natural extracts. Parameters such as solvent type, polarity, temperature, extraction duration, and pressure directly influence the recovery of bioactive secondary metabolites, including phenolic compounds, alkaloids, terpenoids, and carotenoids. This Special Issue aims to highlight recent advances in the study of how both conventional and innovative extraction methods, such as ultrasound, microwave, and supercritical fluid-assisted extraction, impact the chemical composition, antioxidant activity, and functional potential of natural products. Studies that combine detailed chemical characterization with modern methodological approaches, including cell-based assays and other biologically relevant models, are encouraged, providing a more comprehensive understanding of antioxidant activity. Contributions exploring correlations between extraction conditions, phytochemical profiles, and functional antioxidant responses, as well as approaches to optimize yield, bioactivity, and environmental sustainability, are particularly welcome. This Special Issue invites researchers to contribute original research or review articles on natural compounds from diverse sources, including plants, mushrooms, marine organisms, and bee products. Topics of interest include chemical and biological characterization, extraction and isolation procedures, and the development of innovative applications in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetic contexts.
Dr. Filipa Mandim
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- innovative extraction methodologies
- natural antioxidants
- oxidative stress modulations
- cell-based and biochemical assays
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