Natural Products Chemistry

Natural Products Chemistry

Natural products chemistry involves the study of naturally occurring compounds, primarily from plants, animals, and microorganisms. These substances often have bioactive properties that are vital for pharmaceutical, medicinal, and agricultural applications. Natural product chemists isolate and identify chemical structures, study their biological activities, and synthesize derivatives for potential therapeutic uses. The field plays a crucial role in drug discovery, with many modern medications derived from natural sources.

  • Natural products
  • Secondary metabolites
  • Isolation
  • Characterization
  • Structural elucidation

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