Lichen Secondary Metabolites [electronic resource] : Bioactive Properties and Pharmaceutical Potential /
Ranković, Branislav.editor.
This revised and extended edition provides in-depth insights into the benefits and untapped potential of lichen-derived bioactive compounds. The whole spectrum of these compounds’ biological and medical functions, from antibiotic to antiviral and anti-carcinogenic properties, is presented. In addition, a new chapter discusses the anti-neurodegenerative and anti-diabetic activities of lichenic secondary metabolites. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable asset for students and researchers in this field.
Includes bibliographical references.
Lichens as a potential source of bioactive secondary metabolites -- Lichens used in traditional medicine -- Lichen secondary metabolites as potential antibiotic agents -- Studies on antioxidant properties of lichen secondary metabolites -- Investigations of lichen secondary metabolites with potential anticancer activity -- Antigenotoxic effect of some lichen metabolites -- Lichen secondary metabolites as possible antiviral agents -- Future directions in the study of pharmaceutical potential of lichens.
This revised and extended edition provides in-depth insights into the benefits and untapped potential of lichen-derived bioactive compounds. The whole spectrum of these compounds’ biological and medical functions, from antibiotic to antiviral and anti-carcinogenic properties, is presented. In addition, a new chapter discusses the anti-neurodegenerative and anti-diabetic activities of lichenic secondary metabolites. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable asset for students and researchers in this field.
Microbiology.
Pharmacology.
Mycology.
Eukaryotic Microbiology.
Applied Microbiology.
Pharmacology/Toxicology.
Mycology.