From Pond Scum to Miracle Molecules: Cyanobacterial Compounds New Frontiers

Authors : Arbab Husain, Md Nematullah, Hamda Khan, Ravi Shekher, Alvina Farooqui, Archana Sahu, Afreen Khanam

Pages : 94-105

Doi:10.26650/EurJBiol.2024.1357041

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Publication Date : 2024-05-30

Article Type : Other

Abstract :Cyanobacteria are a diverse group of photosynthetic microorganisms known for their production of bioactive compounds with various biological activities. This review explores cyanobacterial bioactive compounds’ current and future prospects and their roles in different fields. These compounds have great potential for pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and environmental remediation applications. Cyanobacterial bioactive compounds, such as cyanotoxins, peptides, polyketides, alkaloids, and terpenoids, exhibit remarkable properties, including antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer activities. Advances in genomics, metabolomics, synthetic biology, screening techniques, and bioinformatics have facilitated the identification, characterization, and manipulation of cyanobacterial compounds. The future prospects involve exploring untapped cyanobacterial diversity, integrating advanced technologies like machine learning and high-throughput screening, and sustainable production through biotechnological approaches. These efforts hold promise for discovering new bioactive compounds with unique properties and applications, contributing to the development of innovative pharmaceuticals, agricultural solutions, and environmental remedies.
Keywords : Cyanobacteria, Bioactive compounds, Pharmaceutical applications, Environmental remediation, Cyanobacterial diversity, Biotechnological approaches