Biological Activity, Chemical Characterization and Contaminants of Plants and Waste: 2nd Edition
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 December 2025 | Viewed by 949
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Interests: characterization chemical; bioactivities; toxicology; natural products; proteomics; biotechnoology; foods
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Interests: food science; Maillard reaction; food safety; thermal food processing; chemical contaminants
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue welcomes scientific contributions, including research papers, short communications, and review articles, that focus on recent advances related to the chemical features of compounds that are naturally derived from plants and waste materials. The scope of this Special Issue includes topics such as the extraction, separation, and isolation of these compounds, as well as their biological activities and associated health benefits. We encourage authors to explore the potential applications of these compounds in various fields, including medicine, agriculture, and environmental science, and to highlight sustainable and eco-friendly approaches. We invite researchers to contribute their latest findings and insights into this important and growing field of study.
- Plants and waste materials are abundant sources of bioactive compounds that have been used for centuries due to their medicinal properties. With the advancement of scientific techniques, researchers can now identify and isolate these compounds with greater accuracy and efficiency.
- The chemical characterization of these compounds can provide valuable information about their structure, properties, and potential uses. This includes studies on their molecular weight, polarity, and spectroscopic properties, among others.
- Recent research has highlighted the potential health benefits of naturally derived compounds, including their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. Some of these compounds have shown promise in the treatment of certain diseases, including cancer, Alzheimer's, and diabetes.
- The sustainable use of plants and waste materials as sources of bioactive compounds is an important area of research. By identifying and utilizing these resources, researchers can reduce reliance on synthetic chemicals and promote a more eco-friendly approach to medicine and agriculture.
In summary, this Special Issue provides an opportunity for researchers to share their latest findings regarding the biological activity and chemical characterization of plants and waste materials. We encourage contributions that highlight innovative approaches to sustainable and eco-friendly research, as well as studies that demonstrate the potential applications of naturally derived compounds in various fields.
Dr. Tiane Finimundy
Dr. Marta Mesías
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- biological activity
- chemical contaminants
- chemical characterization
- plants
- waste
- subproducts
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