Department of Pharmacognosy, Ain-Shams University, Abbasia, Cairo, Egypt
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Marine Pharmacognosy: Exploring the Untapped Potential of Marine Organisms in Drug Discovery
Author(s): Mohamed Riaz*
Marine pharmacognosy is a branch of science that investigates the medicinal properties of marine organisms and their potential applications
in drug discovery. The oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth's surface and are home to a diverse array of species, many of which remain
unexplored. This vast and largely unexplored biodiversity has the potential to yield valuable therapeutic compounds that can be used to treat a
wide range of diseases. In this article, we delve into the field of marine pharmacognosy, exploring the strategies employed to discover bioactive
compounds from marine organisms, highlighting notable examples of marine-derived drugs, discussing the challenges associated with marine
drug discovery, and presenting the future prospects of this promising field... Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2472-0992.2022.8.216
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