New Challenges in Structure Elucidation of Marine Natural Products

Dear Colleagues,

Structure elucidation of marine natural products is a crucial endeavor within the field of marine pharmacology and organic chemistry. Marine organisms, including sponges, corals, algae, and microorganisms, have long been recognized as prolific sources of bioactive compounds with diverse chemical structures and potent biological activities. However, understanding the chemical structures of these compounds is essential for unlocking their therapeutic potential and for guiding drug discovery efforts.

The elucidation of the structures of marine natural products not only provides valuable insights into the chemical diversity of marine ecosystems but also holds promise for the discovery of novel drug leads and therapeutic agents. Moreover, understanding the chemical structures of these compounds is essential for the sustainable exploration and conservation of marine biodiversity.

Dr. Joon Soo An
Dr. Kyuho Moon
Dr. Seoung Rak Lee
Guest Editors

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• marine natural products
• structure elucidation
• NMR
• crystallization
• computational structure elucidation