Guest Editors
Prof. Abdelhakim BOUYAHYA
Email: a.bouyahya@um5r.ac.ma
Affiliation: Laboratory of Human Pathologies Biology, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Rabat, 10106, Morocco
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Research Interests: Bioactive compounds; Clinical Trials; In silico; Molecular Dynamic; Preclinical Investigations
Prof. Nasreddine El Omari
Email: nasrelomari@gmail.com
Affiliation: Higher Institute of Nursing Professions and Health Techniques (ISPITS), Tetouan, 93000, Morocco
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Research Interests: Agricultural Biotechnology; Natural Compounds; Phytochemistry
Summary
This special issue aims to spotlight groundbreaking advancements in the discovery, characterization, and application of bioactive compounds derived from natural sources. Ethnomedicinal studies, which preserve the ancestral knowledge of traditional medicine, serve as a cornerstone for identifying bioactive molecules with promising therapeutic potential. These compounds, sourced from medicinal plants, microorganisms, and marine organisms, have demonstrated remarkable bioactivities, including antimicrobial, anticancer, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective effects.
The issue seeks to bridge the gap between ethnobotanical research and clinical applications by encouraging submissions that explore the journey of bioactive compounds from bench to bedside. Topics of interest include the chemical profiling and isolation of bioactive constituents, in vitro and in vivo biological evaluations, molecular docking and computational modeling, as well as clinical trials investigating efficacy and safety.
By uniting diverse disciplines such as pharmacology, molecular biology, and biotechnology, this issue aspires to provide a holistic view of the multifaceted potential of bioactive compounds in modern medicine. We welcome original research, reviews, and case studies that advance our understanding of how natural compounds can address global health challenges and inspire the development of innovative therapeutic agents.
Keywords
Ethnomedicine; Traditional Knowledge; Biochemical diversity; Biological Investigation; therapeutic effects
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