Therapeutic Potential of Phlorotannins
A special issue of Marine Drugs (ISSN 1660-3397). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Pharmacology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2024 | Viewed by 897
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Interests: phloroglucinol oligomers; phlorotrannins; eckols; pharmcology; anti-neurodegeneration; anti-aging; chemical synthesis
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Interests: natural product isolation; characterization; bioactivity; Alzheimer drug screening
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Interests: anti-cancer; chemo-sensitizer; eckols; chemoprevention; bioactivity; phlorotannins
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, titled "Therapeutic Potential of Phlorotannins", delves into the promising realm of phlorotannins. These compounds, primarily oligomers of phloroglucinol, have been increasingly recognized for their potent physiological activities. Produced mostly by brown algae as secondary metabolites with a variety of molecular structures, phlorotannins are capturing the interest of the healthcare industry due to their general safety and broad medicinal potential.
Over the last two decades, a substantial volume of both in vitro and in vivo research has demonstrated their various potential applications in mitigating a range of intractable diseases, as well as in improving unhealthy conditions. These include neurodegenerative disorders, various cancers, viral infections, and other chronic degenerative conditions. The unique structural attributes of phlorotannnins not only facilitate their biological activity but also offer expansive opportunities for chemical modification, making them prime candidates for future pharmaceutical developments as well as nutraceutical and cosmeceutical applications.
This Special Issue aims to enhance our understanding of a variety of phlorotannins from the perspective of healthcare science and technology. We invite scientists engaged in the study of phlorotannins to contribute their insights. Contributions may focus on analytical, physicochemical, synthetic, theoretical, or pharmacological aspects. Through research articles and reviews, we aspire to consolidate knowledge and foster innovation in the development of phlorotannins as competitive drugs, nutraceuticals, or cosmeceuticals. This Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive resource that will inform and inspire ongoing and future research in this exciting field.
Dr. Hyeon-Cheol Shin
Dr. Bong Ho Lee
Dr. Hye Jeong Hwang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- phlorotannin
- analytical
- physicochemical
- synthetic
- theoretical
- pharmacological
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