Antimicrobial Compounds from Marine and Island Ecosystems: Exploration, Characterization, and Application
A special issue of Marine Drugs (ISSN 1660-3397). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Chemoecology for Drug Discovery".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 June 2025 | Viewed by 34
Special Issue Editors
Interests: mining and design of novel antimicrobial peptides; biosynthesis and high level production of marine peptides
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The marine environment, with its unparalleled biodiversity, and the unique habitats of islands constitute a frontier for the discovery of novel antimicrobial compounds with significant implications for pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and industrial biotechnology. This Special Issue focuses on cutting-edge advancements in the discovery, characterization, and application of these antimicrobial compounds.
The exploration of antimicrobial compounds from marine and island ecosystems is underpinned by a rigorous scientific approach, employing cutting-edge techniques to reveal the chemical diversity and biological potential inherent in these organisms. The characterization of these substances is a critical juncture, as it facilitates a detailed understanding of their molecular architecture and pharmacological profiles. This knowledge is foundational for the development of new therapeutic agents and the enhancement of existing ones, contributing to the advancement of medical science. The applications of these marine and island compounds are manifold, extending from the development of novel pharmaceuticals to address unmet clinical needs to the creation of bio-based materials for sustainable industrial processes.
We invite you to join us in this Special Issue as we delve into the intricacies of marine and island antimicrobial and immunomodulatory substances, unraveling their mysteries and leveraging their potential for the betterment of humankind and the preservation of our planet.
Dr. Ruoyu Mao
Dr. Qingfen Guan
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- marine and island ecosystems
- antimicrobial compounds
- immunomodulatory compounds
- pharmaceuticals
- nutraceuticals
- mining
- biotechnology
- molecular structure
- drug development
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