Marine Natural Products

Marine Natural Products are chemical compounds produced by organisms living in the ocean, such as algae, sponges, corals, and bacteria. These substances often serve biological functions like defense or communication. Scientists study these unique molecules because they have potential for developing new medicines, including antibiotics, anticancer agents, and other therapeutics. Marine natural products are valuable due to their diverse chemical structures, which are often more complex than those found on land, offering a rich source of novel compounds for drug discovery and other biotechnological applications.