Marine Biopharmaceuticals : Scope and Prospects / Santhanam Ramesh, Ramasamy Santhanam, and Veintramuthu Sankar.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ramesh, Santhanam, author.

Santhanam, Ramasamy, author.

Sankar, Veintramuthu, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Marine microbiology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (373 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Singapore : Bentham Science Publishers Pte. Ltd., [2024]

Summary:

Marine Biopharmaceuticals: Scope and Prospects is a collaboration of experts in pharmacology, biology and biochemistry with a focus on Marine Bioprospecting. The book provides an in-depth exploration of promising pharmaceutical compounds found in various marine biota and their therapeutic applications. The comprehensive contents cover marine ecosystems, marine biopharmaceutical, and delve into the chemistry and therapeutic applications of compounds from diverse marine organisms such as seaweeds, sponges, cnidarians, bryozoans, worms, shellfish, tunicates, and fishes. The chapters also highlight approved and marketed marine biota-derived drugs and marine biota-derived drug candidates currently under clinical trials. Marine biopharmaceutical compounds targeting SARS-CoV-2 are also covered, reflecting the latest developments in the field. The editors conclude the book by advocating for the establishment of professional grade Marine Biopharmacy courses at university level to contribute to this emerging field. This reference serves as a guide for researchers and instructors in disciplines such as Pharmaceutical Sciences, Marine Biology, Marine Microbiology, Marine Biochemistry, and Marine Biotechnology. Moreover, it is positioned as a standard reference for libraries in colleges and universities, offering critical insights for drug companies engaged in the development of new drugs from marine biopharmaceuticals. Readership Academics, instructors and professionals in the field of pharmacology and marine science.

Contents:

Cover

Title

Copyright

End User License Agreement

Contents

Foreword

Preface

Introduction

Marine Bioprospecting

Promising Pharmaceutical Compounds of Marine Plants: Their Chemistry and Therapeutic Applications

Promising Pharmaceutical Compounds of Marine Sponges: Their Chemistry and Therapeutic Applications

Promising Pharmaceutical Compounds of Marine Cnidarians: Their Chemistry and Therapeutic Applications

Promising Pharmaceutical Compounds of Marine Bryozoans: Their Chemistry and Therapeutic Applications

Promising Pharmaceutical Compounds of Marine Worms: Their Chemistry and Therapeutic Applications

Promising Pharmaceutical Compounds of Marine Shellfish: Their Chemistry and Therapeutic Applications

Promising Pharmaceutical Compounds of Marine Tunicates: Their Chemistry and Therapeutic Applications

Promising Pharmaceutical Compounds of Marine Fishes: Their Chemistry and Therapeutic Applications

Marine Biopharmaceutical Compounds against SARS-CoV-2

Marine Biopharmaceuticals in Pipeline

New PG Degree Course, Marine Bio-Pharmacy: Scope and Career Prospects

References

Subject Index

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ISBN:

9789815196474

OCLC:

1424748882