Natural Compounds: Impact on Health and Disease
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Bioactives and Nutraceuticals".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 32
Special Issue Editor
2. Department of Korea Medical Science, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan-si 38610, Republic of Korea
Interests: natural compounds; phytochemicals; bioactive molecules; disease prevention; functional food; molecular mechanisms
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Natural compounds have long been recognized as valuable sources for the development of therapeutic agents, dietary supplements, and preventive strategies against various diseases. Derived from plants, marine organisms, fungi, and microorganisms, these bioactive molecules play essential roles in modulating physiological functions, reducing oxidative stress, balancing immune responses, and influencing cellular pathways. Recent advances in molecular biology, omics technologies, and pharmacological research are providing deeper insights into the mechanisms underlying their beneficial effects.
This Special Issue, “Natural Compounds: Impact on Health and Disease”, aims to highlight the latest discoveries and ongoing challenges in the field, bringing together original research and review articles that address the role of natural compounds in promoting human health and preventing or treating diseases. Contributions focusing on molecular mechanisms, clinical applications, bioavailability issues, and novel delivery systems are especially welcome. This collection will provide a platform to inspire future research and translational innovations.
Dr. Jaehoon Bae
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- natural compounds
- bioactive molecules
- disease prevention
- phytochemicals
- functional food
- molecular mechanisms
- therapeutic potential
- oxidative stress
- immune modulation
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