Advances in Fungal Secondary Metabolites: Bioactive Attributes and Biotechnological Potential of Industrial Interest: Exploring Bioactive Compounds and Their Biotechnological Potential
Language: English
Published by Springer, 2026
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- Title
- Advances in Fungal Secondary Metabolites: Bioactive Attributes and Biotechnological Potential of Industrial Interest: Exploring Bioactive Compounds and Their Biotechnological Potential
- Publisher
- Springer
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 3032235065
- ISBN 13
- 9783032235060
This book provides an in-depth exploration of the latest discoveries and innovations surrounding fungal metabolites, emerging as key players in fields like medicine, agriculture, and environmental science. This book delves into the complex processes behind fungal secondary metabolite production and their vast potential for real-world applications. Whether it’s life-saving antibiotics, cancer therapies, or sustainable agricultural practices, this book reveals how bioactive fungal compounds are poised to address some of today’s most pressing challenges. Fungi are exceptional producers of diverse secondary metabolites, with many compounds demonstrating significant biological activities such as antimicrobial, anticancer, antiviral, and immunomodulatory effects. This book opens by offering a historical perspective on fungal metabolites, notably the groundbreaking discovery of penicillin, and transitions into a detailed analysis of the biochemical pathways that underpin secondary metabolite production. Cutting-edge research on the genetic regulation of these pathways is presented, alongside recent advancements in synthetic biology and biosynthetic engineering aimed at optimizing metabolite yields. Key to the book’s focus is the medical potential of fungal secondary metabolites. These compounds have already made an indelible mark on modern medicine, and this text explores their growing relevance. It delves into the mechanisms through which fungal-derived antibiotics combat drug-resistant pathogens, as well as the ongoing development of novel anticancer and immunomodulatory drugs. Attention is also given to the challenges posed by drug resistance and the need for alternative therapies, emphasizing how fungal compounds could offer solutions to these global health concerns. The agricultural implications of fungal metabolites are also significant, particularly their role as natural biocontrol agents against plant pests and diseases. In this book, readers discover how fungal secondary metabolites offer eco-friendly alternatives to chemical pesticides, promoting sustainable farming practices and reducing environmental impact.
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About the Author
Dr. Anupam Prakash is currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Department of Life Sciences, School of Biosciences and Technology, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, India. He completed his Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology from the University of Delhi and his Master’s degree in Biotechnology from Jiwaji University, Gwalior. He has over 16 years of teaching and research experience, with more than 30 publications, including research papers, review articles, and book chapters in the fields of mycology and microbiology. His research focuses on the mycology, antifungal resistance, and molecular epidemiology of pathogenic fungi, particularly Cryptococcus and Candida auris. He has received over 3,468 citations, with an h-index of 16 and an i10 index of 20, and actively serves as a reviewer for leading journals such as Mycoses, Scientific Reports, and PLOS ONE.
Dr. Manish Kumar is an Assistant Professor (Research and Development) at Chandigarh University, Mohali, India. He completed his Master's degree in Applied Microbiology & Biotechnology from Dr. Hari Singh Gour University, Sagar, and his Ph.D. from the Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi. Dr. Dubey has more than 10 years of teaching and research experience and has published over 80 research papers, review articles, and book chapters. He has more than 2,855 citations with an h-index of 27 and an i10 index of 40. Additionally, Dr. Dubey serves as a reviewer for various reputable journals and is an editorial board member of BMC Microbiology and MycoKeys.
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