Molecular Research on Microbial Natural Products
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 21
Special Issue Editor
Interests: natural product biosynthesis; synthetic biology; enzymatic catalytic mechanisms; genome mining
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Rapid advancements in molecular biology and biotechnology have revolutionized the discovery, characterization, and application of microbial natural products (MNPs), which exhibit diverse bioactivities with potential applications in medicine, agriculture, and industry. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research findings, methodologies, and challenges in the field of MNPs. The scope of this Special Issue will encompass, but not be limited to, the following areas: (1) biosynthetic gene cluster (BGC) analysis for decoding and engineering MNP pathways; (2) structural elucidation and bioactivity profiling, including antimicrobial, anticancer, and immunomodulatory properties; (3) metabolic engineering and synthetic biology strategies to optimize microbial hosts for scalable MNP production; (4) translational applications, such as therapeutic drug development and eco-friendly agricultural solutions; and (5) sustainable biomanufacturing practices to minimize environmental impacts. This Special Issue will serve as a platform for researchers to share cutting-edge knowledge and innovative solutions in the field of MNP research, fostering collaboration and advancing the frontiers of this dynamic area of science.
Prof. Dr. Wenli Li
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- microbial natural products
- biosynthetic gene clusters
- structural elucidation
- metabolic engineering
- synthetic biology
- bioactivity profiling
- sustainable biomanufacturing
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