Crocus sativus L. Extract and Its Constituents: Chemistry, Pharmacology and Therapeutic Potential, 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 May 2025 | Viewed by 195
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Interests: behavioral pharmacology; neuroscience; psychopharmacology
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Dear Colleagues,
The search for the therapeutic effects of plant extracts represents a pressing issue. Crocus sativus L. and its constituents are being studied intensively as potential candidates for the treatment of a wide range of diseases, including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, neuropsychiatric disorders, and neurodegenerative diseases.
This Special Issue of Molecules aims to assess advances in understanding the therapeutic action of saffron and its constituents in targeting different pathologies. In this context, we intend to highlight and emphasize their pharmacological activity.
We cordially invite researchers working in the field to contribute original research articles, as well as critical review articles, which unravel the therapeutic potential of Crocus sativus L. and its bioactive constituents.
Prof. Dr. Nikolaos Pitsikas
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- Crocus sativus L.
- biological targets
- pharmacology
- therapeutic approaches
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