Propolis in Human and Bee Health—2nd Edition
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Natural Products Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 79
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Interests: natural products; propolis; plant extracts; quantitative analysis of active compounds in natural products; biological activity of natural products
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Interests: wood cellulose; lignocellulosic biomass; composites; biodegradability; polymer matrices; nanocellulose; ionic liquids; natural wood preservatives; FTIR spectroscopy; atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS)
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The special issue titled "Propolis in Human and Bee Health—2nd Edition", published in the journal Molecules, compiles recent research on propolis—a resinous substance bees produce from plant secretions. Within the hive, propolis serves as a defensive material, and it has been utilized in traditional medicine for its beneficial therapeutic properties. This Special Issue collects original studies and pre-clinical studies as well as review article are welcomed.
This collection addresses two key areas:
Pharmacological Properties: Examining the chemical composition of propolis and its biological activities, including antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects.
Food Preservation: Evaluating the use of propolis in extending the shelf life of food products due to its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
Overall, this compilation aims to advance the understanding of propolis in both human and bee health, supporting its development and application for societal benefit.
Dr. Magdalena Woźniak
Prof. Dr. Izabela Ratajczak
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- propolis
- plant sources
- biological activity
- bee health
- bioactive compounds
- pharmacological properties
- analytical methods
- applications
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