Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds for Pharmacological Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Plant-derived bioactive compounds are integral to advancing human health, revealing their wide-ranging biological properties, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, and neuroprotective effects. These compounds hold significant potential in preventing and managing non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disorders, autoimmune conditions, cancer, metabolic syndromes, and neurodegenerative diseases. The exploration and application of these natural molecules continue to be central pursuits across various scientific disciplines, including phytochemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, biotechnology, medicinal chemistry, and pharmaceutical innovation.

This Special Issue seeks contributions highlighting recent advancements in the discovery, characterization, and application of plant-based bioactive compounds. Topics of interest include high-throughput screening techniques, novel extraction and isolation methods, structural analysis, and in vivo or in vitro evaluations of pharmacological activities. We also encourage studies leveraging state-of-the-art technologies, such as CRISPR, genome editing, bioprocess engineering, and bioreactor-based production, to optimize the identification, synthesis, and therapeutic application of these bioactive molecules.

We look forward to your valuable submissions.

Dr. Ilian Badjakov
Dr. Ivayla Dincheva
Guest Editors

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