Molecular Metabolism in Plant Chemistry
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Biochemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 July 2025) | Viewed by 1969
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Interests: medicinal and aromatic plant; bioactive compounds; chromatography; spectroscopy; antioxidant activity; phenolic compounds; bioactivity; chemistry of natural substances; isolation, structural determination, characterization and biological evaluation of potentially interesting; secondary metabolites for pharmaceutical; alimentary and cosmetic fields; food chemistry; essential oils from aromatic plants
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Dear Colleagues,
The molecular metabolism of plants involves a comprehensive examination of the structure, function, and interactions of various compounds within plant systems and their critical roles in growth, development, defense mechanisms, and ecological relationships. Phytochemicals, including antioxidants, flavonoids, and essential oils, contribute significantly to enhancing the flavor, color, and health benefits of food products.
A deep understanding of the chemical defenses that plants produce is essential for developing crops that exhibit greater resistance to pests and diseases. The study of plant metabolism facilitates the creation of crops with improved nutritional profiles, enhanced stress tolerance, and increased yields. Furthermore, molecular metabolism aids in the identification and synthesis of novel plant-derived compounds with potential therapeutic applications.
In summary, molecular metabolism in phytochemistry focuses on the intricate biochemical processes that occur within plants, encompassing metabolic pathways, the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites, the functions of plant hormones, and their interactions with their surrounding environment. This field holds significant promise for advancements in agriculture, medicine, biotechnology, and environmental science.
This Special Issue is supervised by Prof. Lazari Diamanto, who is assisted by Dr. Olga Tsiftsoglou.
Prof. Dr. Diamanto Lazari
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- phytochemistry
- plant secondary metabolism
- biosynthesis of secondary metabolites
- plant and pathogens
- stress tolerance and resistance
- plant cell cultures
- plant biotechnology
- bioactive natural products
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