Algal Antioxidants: Physiology, Metabolism, and Evolution
A special issue of Antioxidants (ISSN 2076-3921).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 798
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Interests: chloroplast; terpenoids; carotenoid; metabolism; chlorophyll
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce this Special Issue, titled "Algal Antioxidants: Physiology, Metabolism, and Evolution", in Antioxidants, focusing on molecular biological, biochemical, and evolutionary biological perspectives. We cordially invite you to contribute to this Special Issue.
As the oldest groups of photosynthetic organisms on Earth, algae have developed complex and efficient antioxidant defense systems that enable them to survive in extreme environments and cope with various oxidative stresses. Recent advances in molecular biology have led to significant progress in understanding algal antioxidant mechanisms. These studies not only deepen our understanding of fundamental biological processes but also provide valuable resources for developing novel antioxidants and bioactive molecules through synthetic biological approaches.
This Special Issue aims to compile the latest research findings on algal antioxidants. We particularly welcome original research in the following areas:
- Molecular mechanisms and regulatory networks of antioxidant enzyme systems;
- Physiological and biochemical adaptation mechanisms of algae to oxidative stress;
- Evolution and diversity of algal antioxidant systems;
- Environmental factors affecting algal antioxidant capacity;
- Biosynthetic pathways and genetic engineering of algal antioxidants.
We invite researchers from around the world to submit high-quality original research papers, reviews, and short communications. Your participation will help advance the field of algal antioxidant research and provide new insights into the molecular evolution of algae as the ancient photosynthetic organisms.
Prof. Dr. Shan Lu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- algae
- antioxidant
- oxidative stresses
- algal physiology
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