CHEMISTRY OF NATURAL PRODUCTS

Mrs Sandhya Kota · Dr. D. Gavaskar · Ms. Debanjana Mondal · Dr. T. Somanathan

JEC PUBLICATION

About this ebook

Natural products have always captivated the imagination of scientists, researchers, and enthusiasts alike. They are the Earth's rich reservoir of chemical diversity, offering a vast array of compounds with fascinating structures and often remarkable biological activities. From the earliest discoveries of quinine and morphine to the modern isolation of complex molecules from the depths of the ocean, the field of natural product chemistry has been a journey of continuous exploration and revelation. This book, "Chemistry of Natural Products," is an exploration of that journey. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the chemistry, structure, and significance of natural products derived from a wide variety of sources, including plants, microorganisms, marine organisms, and more. While natural products have been used for millennia for their medicinal, nutritional, and even mystical properties, their relevance extends far beyond ancient traditions. In the following pages, we delve into the fascinating world of natural products, uncovering the intricacies of their chemical structures, the mechanisms behind their synthesis in nature, and their roles in ecological systems. The study of these compounds has provided insights into the evolution of life and has yielded invaluable leads for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other useful products. We explore the isolation, characterization, and biosynthesis of natural products and delve into their diverse applications in the realms of medicine, agriculture, and industry.Throughout this book, we emphasize the interdisciplinary nature of natural product chemistry, as it bridges the fields of chemistry, biology, pharmacology, and ecology. It is our hope that this text will be a valuable resource for students, researchers, and anyone with an interest in the world of natural products. We have strived to present the information in a manner that is accessible, informative, and engaging, allowing readers to appreciate the wonders of these compounds and their significance in our lives. It is essential to acknowledge the countless researchers, scientists, and scholars who have dedicated their lives to the exploration of natural products, as their contributions have been instrumental in shaping our understanding of these compounds. We also extend our gratitude to the institutions, organizations, and funding agencies that have supported research in this field. As you embark on this journey through the "Chemistry of Natural Products," we invite you to delve into the intricacies and marvels of nature's chemical creations, each with its unique story waiting to be told. 

About the author

Mrs. Sandhya. kota is currently working as an Associate professor in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, sun institute of pharmaceutical education and research kakupalli,nellore, India. She has a rich experience of 11 years in the teaching of B. Pharmacy, D.Pharmacy, and M.Pharmacy, Pharm.D. She has a qualified M.Pharmacy in Pharmaceutical Chemistry branch from, CLBaid mehatha college of pharmacy affiliated to Dr.mgr medical university, Chennai, india and B. Pharmacy from maharaji College of pharmacy affiliated to Dr. mgr medical university Chennai, India she has guided many students of M. Pharmacy and B. Pharmacy at research level. 

Dr.D.Gavaskar is an Associate Professor & HOD (i/c) in the Department of Chemistry, School of Basic Sciences, Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies, Pallavaram, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India. He has a rich experience of 8 years teaching in B.Sc Chemistry, MSc Chemistry, and MSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry. He had qualified GATE as well CSIR-JRF (NET) examination twice in his career in the year 2007 and 2008 (AIR: 447), he has guided many students of MSc Chemistry, BSc Chemistry, M.Phil level. He completed one PhD student and guiding four research scholars for his research credits. He has more than 30 publications and one Indian patent grant. 

Debanjana Mondal is working as an Assistant Professor, Deparment of Pharmacy, Sanaka Educational Trust’s Group Of Institutions, Malandighi,Durgapur,West Bengal. She has taught pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, and herbal drug technology for three years. She is performing research works on formulations based on natural products, isolation of volatile oils. She has 1 Indian Patent and 2 UK Patent in her name. She has attended several seminars, workshops, and conferences and presented research and review papers in Phytochemistry. She has completed her M.PHARM in PHARMACOGNOSY from Birla Institute Of Technology,Mesra, Ranchi. 

Dr. T. Somanathan, currently working as a Professor in the Department of Chemistry, School of Basic Sciences, Vels Institute of Science Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Chennai. He has a rich experience 13 years in teaching of B.Sc Chemistry and M.Sc Chemistry. He obtained his Ph.D. degree in 2009 from Anna University, Chennai. He has worked as the postdoctoral fellow in CEA, France on Carbon Nanotubes for Interconnects and Switches. He was awarded the Fast Track Young Scientist Award in 2012 by Department of Science and Technology, New Delhi. His areas of interest are synthesis of various heterogeneous catalysts, photocatalyst and nanomaterials such as carbon nanotubes and graphene and graphene Using Bio-based Materials, Chemical Sensor, Biodiesel and Drug Delivery System. He has guided 9 PhD students in the field of catalysis and nanotechnology and also guided many M.Sc and B.Sc Students He has one Indian patent in his credit. He authored over 60 research papers in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.