Phytochemicals in Focus: Bioactivity, Safety, and Therapeutic Potential
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 410
Special Issue Editor
Interests: phytohormones; plant-microbe interactions; abiotic stresses; plant breeding; plant metabolites; plant protection; soil microbiology; microbial cleaning of polluted lands
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to gather cutting-edge research focused on the biological activity, safety evaluation, and therapeutic potential of phytochemicals derived from medicinal plants, herbs, and other botanical sources. Plant-derived compounds are increasingly recognized for their diverse pharmacological actions, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and cytoprotective properties.
We welcome studies that investigate the in vitro and in vivo biological effects of phytochemicals, particularly in relation to oxidative stress modulation, free radical scavenging, and cellular protection. Research evaluating the antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and antiparasitic properties of plant extracts and isolated compounds is especially encouraged.
Submissions addressing the toxicity, safety profiles, and risk assessment of natural products are also considered essential, particularly for their application in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and food systems.
We invite original research articles and reviews that contribute to the understanding of how phytochemicals can be safely and effectively utilized for therapeutic purposes.
Dr. Naeem Khan
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- phytochemicals
- antioxidant activity
- antimicrobial properties
- toxicity evaluation
- natural products
- medicinal plants and bioactivity
- oxidative stress plant extracts
- therapeutic potential
- safety assessment
- bioactive compounds
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