Bioactive Compounds and Advanced Analytical Approaches in Plant-Based Research: From Chemistry to Therapeutics
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Phytochemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 August 2026 | Viewed by 2412
Editors
Interests: medicinal plants; herbal drugs; functional foods; essential oils; bioactive compounds; phenolic compounds; alkaloids
Interests: natural products; essential oils; drug reposition; antimicrobial activity
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Dear Colleagues,
Plant-sourced compounds such as flavonoids, alkaloids, and terpenoids are increasingly recognized for their health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects. Advanced analytical methods, such as high/ultra-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC/UPLC), mass spectrometry (MS), and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, are essential for identifying and quantifying these bioactive molecules. By utilizing these techniques, researchers can elucidate plant extracts' complex chemical profiles after isolation or employ modern approaches that eliminate fractionation steps, such as dereplication methods and metabolomics. As a result, our understanding of their therapeutic potential is achieved faster and with a higher success rate. Additionally, using computational tools like cheminformatics and systems biology facilitates a comprehensive study of plant metabolism and the mechanisms of action of their constituents. This multifaceted approach not only underscores the value of traditional knowledge but also fosters innovative drug discovery and development based on phytochemicals. As the scientific community investigates the links between plant chemistry and human health, the potential for groundbreaking therapeutic applications continues to grow, benefiting public health and the pharmaceutical industry.
Dr. Kirley Marques Canuto
Dr. Hélcio Silva Dos Santos
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- bioactive compounds
- plant extracts
- analytical methods
- therapeutic applications
- phytochemicals
- secondary metabolites
- dereplication
- pharmacological activity
- herbal drugs
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