Natural product inspired leads in the discovery of anticancer agents: an update.

Author: SofiFirdoos Ahmad, TabassumNahida

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Natural products have emerged as major leads for the discovery and development of new anti-cancer drugs. The plant-derived anti-cancer drugs account for approximately 60% and the quest for new anti-cancer agents is in progress. Anti-cancer leads have been isolated from plants, animals, marine organi...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1080/07391102.2022.2134212

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Natural Product Inspired Leads in the Discovery of Anticancer Agents

This review explores the role of natural products in the discovery and development of new anticancer agents. The authors highlight the rich history of using plant-derived compounds for cancer treatment and discuss the ongoing quest for new anticancer leads from various sources, including plants, animals, marine organisms, and microorganisms. Their objective is to emphasize the significant contributions of natural product research to the development of effective anticancer therapies.

Nature's Bounty: A Source of Anticancer Potential

The review underscores the impressive track record of natural products in the development of anticancer drugs, with plant-derived agents accounting for approximately 60% of currently available therapies. The authors highlight the ongoing efforts to identify new anticancer leads from natural sources, using techniques like bioinformatics, high-throughput screening, and combinatorial synthesis. This research holds tremendous potential for developing novel anticancer agents with improved efficacy and reduced side effects.

Unlocking Nature's Secrets: A Desert Oasis of Anticancer Discovery

This review takes us on a journey through the vast desert of natural product research, where scientists are diligently searching for new anticancer agents. Nature's bounty provides a rich source of potential therapies, and this review highlights the ongoing efforts to unlock the secrets of these compounds, leading to the development of innovative and effective treatments for cancer.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This review underscores the significant role of natural products in the discovery and development of anticancer agents. The authors highlight the potential of using bioinformatics, high-throughput screening, and combinatorial synthesis to identify new anticancer leads from diverse natural sources, paving the way for the development of novel and effective cancer treatments.

Date :
  1. Date Completed n.d.
  2. Date Revised 2023-09-07
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

36255181

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1080/07391102.2022.2134212

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