A bioactive compound produced by an extremophilic bacterium has potential industrial applications. An international collaboration of researchers has isolated a bioactive compound in extremophilic ...

Thymoquinone, the principal bioactive constituent of Nigella sativa seeds, has emerged as a promising natural agent in oncology. Recognised for its ability to modulate multiple cellular signalling ...

Natural compounds continue to play a key role in drug development. Many clinically approved drugs are either unmodified natural products or their semi-synthetic derivatives. This book series presents ...

The book “Frontiers in Bioactive Compounds (Volume 3)” also deals with the latest breakthroughs in the field of screening, characterization, and novel applications of natural bioactive compounds from ...

Scientists are taking a closer look at monk fruit and discovering it’s more than just a sugar substitute. New research shows ...

The oceans cover more than 70 percent of the earth's surface and provide a rich source of unique, bioactive natural products. Their chemical diversity and structural complexity represent an untapped ...

For centuries, Borago officinalis - commonly known as Borage or the Starflower - has been a staple of traditional medicine.

Mushrooms: Multiple medicinal bioactive compounds identified Mushrooms are not typically thought of as medicinal, but in ancient times, this food source was highly prized for its healing properties. A ...

For centuries, cultures worldwide have valued spicy foods for their distinctive flavors and purported health benefits. Modern research increasingly validates traditional wisdom, revealing that the ...