Track Categories
The track category is the heading under which your abstract will be reviewed and later published in the conference printed matters if accepted. During the submission process, you will be asked to select one track category for your abstract.
Pharmacognosy is the branch of pharmacology that focuses on the study of Natural Products and their medicinal properties. Pharmacognosy is the study of medicines derived from natural sources, including plants, animals, and minerals. It focuses on the identification, extraction, and analysis of bioactive compounds and their therapeutic uses. Pharmacognosy plays a crucial role in drug discovery, particularly in finding new compounds for treating diseases. It also includes understanding the safety, efficacy, and quality of natural products used in medicine.
1-1: Phytochemistry
1-2: Ethnopharmacology
1-3: Ethnobotany Natural Product
1-4: Zoo pharmacognosy
1-5: Phytopharmacology
Discovery and isolation of Natural Products are critical steps in pharmacognosy and natural product chemistry, enabling the identification and development of new drugs and therapeutic agents from natural sources. The isolated compounds are then tested pharmacologically to assess their therapeutic potential, safety, and efficacy. Promising candidates may proceed to further development, including synthesis, modification, and formulation, ultimately leading to new pharmaceutical products. This intricate process is essential for harnessing the therapeutic potential of natural sources and advancing drug discovery.
2-1: Field Collection
2-2: Extraction and Purification
2-3: Clinical trails
2-4: Toxicology and Safety
2-5: Dereplication
Structural elucidation of Natural Products involves determining the precise chemical structure of compounds derived from natural sources. This process is crucial for understanding the bioactivity, functionality, and potential therapeutic applications of Natural Products. This process begins after a compound has been isolated and involves a combination of analytical techniques to uncover its detailed chemical structure. Key methods include nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, which provides information on the arrangement of atoms within the molecule, and mass spectrometry (MS), which offers insights into the molecular weight and fragmentation patterns of the compound. Infrared (IR) spectroscopy further assists by identifying functional groups based on their vibrational frequencies. X-ray crystallography can be used to determine the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in a crystalline form of the compound.
3-1: Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
3-2: Mass Spectroscopy
3-3: X-Ray
3-4: Crystallography
3-5: Infrared Rays Spectroscopy
Biological evaluation and synthesis are essential processes in the study and development of Natural Products. Biological evaluation and synthesis of natural products are critical stages in translating isolated compounds into potential therapeutic agents. After a natural product has been isolated and its structure elucidated, it undergoes biological evaluation to assess its pharmacological activity, safety, and efficacy. This involves a series of in vitro and in vivo assays to test the compound's effects on biological systems, including its impact on specific disease models or cellular targets. The results help determine the compound's potential as a therapeutic agent.
4-1: In Vitro Studies
4-2: In Vivio Studies
4-3: Total Synthesis
4.4: Semi synthesis
4-5: Anti-Cancer assays
Sustainable Production of Natural Products focuses on ensuring that the extraction, cultivation, and utilization of natural resources are done in a way that maintains ecological balance, supports biodiversity, and meets current and future needs without depleting resources. The sustainable production of natural products focuses on ensuring that the extraction and use of bioactive compounds from natural sources are environmentally friendly and economically viable. This involves adopting practices that minimize ecological impact and preserve biodiversity.
5-1: Biotechnology
5-2: Synthetic Biology
5-3: Cultivation and Agriculture
5-4: Bioprocess Optimization
5-5: Green Chemistry
Natural Products are derived from a diverse range of sources, each contributing unique compounds with potential therapeutic and industrial applications. Natural Products are a valuable source of benefits across various domains, from medicine and nutrition to cosmetics and environmental management. By harnessing the diverse properties of these natural sources, we can develop innovative solutions to health, sustainability, and quality of life challenges. Continued research and responsible utilization of Natural Products hold significant promise for advancing science and improving well-being.
6-1: Plant Sources
6-2: Microbial Sources
6-3: Marine Sources
6-4: Animal Sources
6-5: Endophytic Microorganisms
6-6: Terrestrial and Marine Natural Products
6-7: Symbiotic and Parasitic Relationships
Natural product innovations involve advancements and novel approaches in the discovery, development, and application of compounds derived from natural sources. These innovations can enhance the effectiveness, sustainability, and utility of Natural Products across various fields.
7-1: High-Throughput Screening and Automation
7-2: Omics Technologies
7-3: Synthetic Biology and Metabolic Engineering
7-4: Nanotechnology
7-5: Bioinformatics and Computational Tools
Natural product patents are a critical aspect of the intellectual property landscape in the pharmaceutical, agricultural, and industrial sectors. They involve the protection of novel compounds, extraction methods, formulations, and uses derived from natural sources. These patents cover new and inventive compounds, methods of extraction, synthesis, or applications of natural products. To obtain a patent, an applicant must demonstrate that the natural product or its use is unique and has not been previously disclosed. This typically involves extensive documentation and evidence, including detailed descriptions of the compound’s structure, its biological activity, and the processes used to obtain and utilize it.
8-1: Discovery Patents
8-2: Extraction and Isolation Patents
8-3: Synthesis and Semi-Synthesis Patents
8-4: Formulation Patents
8-5: Therapeutic Use Patents
Natural product marketing and commercialization involve a multi-faceted approach that integrates market research, product development, regulatory compliance, and strategic marketing. By addressing consumer needs, maintaining high standards of quality, and leveraging effective distribution channels, businesses can successfully bring Natural Products to market and achieve long-term success.
9-1: Market Research and Analysis
9-2: Product Development and Formulation
9-3: Branding and Positioning
9-4: Regulatory Compliance and Approval
9-5: Sales and Distribution Channels
The diverse applications of Natural Products across various fields highlight their importance and potential in promoting health, sustainability, and innovation. Continued research and development in natural product utilization can lead to more effective and environmentally friendly solutions in medicine, agriculture, food, cosmetics, environmental management, biotechnology, veterinary medicine, and industrial applications.
10-1: Pharmaceutical Applications
10-2: Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods
10-3: Cosmetics and Personal Care
10-4: Agricultural and Veterinary Applications
10-5: Biotechnology and Industrial Applications
Natural product engineering involves the application of various techniques and technologies to modify, enhance, and produce Natural Products for specific purposes. This field integrates principles from chemistry, biology, biotechnology, and engineering to optimize the production, efficacy, and safety of Natural Products. Natural product engineering integrates various scientific and technological approaches to optimize the production, delivery, and application of Natural Products.
11-1: Biosynthetic Pathway Engineering
11-2: Microbial Fermentation Technology
11-3: Process Optimization and Scale-Up
11-4: Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering
11-5: Regulatory and Compliance Engineering
Pharmacokinetics (PK) of Natural Products involves the study of how these substances are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted (ADME) in the body. Understanding these processes is crucial for optimizing their therapeutic efficacy and safety. Despite challenges related to complexity and variability, advances in analytical techniques, formulation strategies, and comprehensive studies can enhance the pharmacokinetic profiles and clinical efficacy of Natural Products. Integrating pharmacokinetic knowledge into natural product development can lead to more effective and reliable therapies.
12-1: Strategies to Enhance Pharmacokinetic Profiles
12-2: Techniques and Methods in Pharmacokinetic Studies
12-3: Challenges and Considerations in Natural Product Pharmacokinetics
12-4: Key Components of Pharmacokinetics: Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism and Excretion (ADME).
12-5: Toxicokinetics of Natural Products
Understanding the pharmacodynamics of Natural Products helps in optimizing their use for pain relief and ensures that they can be safely integrated into therapeutic regimens. This involves understanding the relationship between the concentration of a natural product and its impact on target organisms or cells. Natural products can exhibit a wide range of pharmacodynamic properties, including effects on enzyme activity, receptor binding, and modulation of cellular pathways. They may act as agonists or antagonists at specific receptors, influence signal transduction pathways, or alter gene expression.
13-1: Bioactivity and Therapeutic Effects
13-2: Dose-Response Relationships
13-3: Interaction with Biological Targets
13-4: Pharmacogenomics
13-5: Therapeutic Window and Optimal Dosing
Natural Products can interact with each other, with conventional medications, or with health conditions. These interactions can sometimes enhance or diminish their effectiveness, or lead to unwanted side effects. Natural Products interactions refer to how Natural Products can affect, and be affected by, other substances in the body.
14-1: Drug-Drug Interactions
14-2: Drug-Nutrient Interactions
14-3: Herb-Herb Interactions
14-4: Clinical Interactions
14-5: Food-Drug Interactions
Adverse effects of Natural Products are unintended and potentially harmful effects that can occur when using these substances. These effects can range from mild and manageable to severe and life-threatening. Understanding the adverse effects and implementing effective management strategies are crucial for maximizing benefits while minimizing harm. Education, quality assurance, and personalized healthcare approaches play vital roles in the safe use of Natural Products.
15-1: Mechanistic Studies of Adverse Effects
15-2: Toxicity Profiling
15-3: Chronic Toxicity and Long-Term Effects
15-4: Allergic Reactions and Hypersensitivity
15-5: Adverse Effect Surveillance and Reporting
Ant-microbe interactions are essential for plant health, growth, and ecosystem functioning. These interactions can be beneficial, neutral, or harmful to plants. Understanding these interactions has led to various applications in agriculture, biotechnology, and environmental management. Continued research and technological advancements will play a vital role in unlocking the full potential of plant-microbe interactions.
16-1: Symbiotic Relationships
16-2: Pathogen Interactions
16-3: Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria
16-4: Microbiome Dynamics
16-5: Microbial Ecology in Agriculture
Herbal medicine is also known as phytotherapy, is the use of plants and plant extracts for therapeutic purposes. It encompasses a wide range of practices, from traditional remedies to modern applications in healthcare. Herbal medicine offers a natural approach to health and wellness, leveraging the therapeutic properties of plants. While it has deep historical roots, modern herbal medicine benefits from scientific research and advancements in extraction and standardization techniques.
17-1: Herbal Medicine in Disease Management
17-2: Herbal Medicine Interactions
17-3: Public Health and Education
17-4: Regulatory and Legal Issues
17-5: Quality Control and Assurance
Current trends in the use of Natural Products reflect a growing interest in health, wellness, sustainability, and alternative medicine. These products offer numerous benefits, including improved health outcomes, fewer side effects, and positive environmental and ethical impacts. As consumer interest continues to grow, advancements in technology and a focus on sustainability will further enhance the role of Natural Products in various industries.
18-1: Integrative and Functional Medicines
18-2: Bioactive Compounds and Drug Development
18-3: Anti-Microbial Resistance and Natural Antimicrobials
18-4: Cannabinoids and Cannabis-Based Therapies
18-5: Neuropharmacology of Natural Products
Natural Products are derived from natural sources such as plants, animals, and microorganisms. They play a crucial role in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, agriculture, and food. Classification helps in organizing the vast diversity of natural compounds, understanding their functions, and exploring their potential applications.
19-1: Terpenoids
19-2: Alkaloids
19-3: Polyketides
19-4: Peptides
19-5: Steroids
Natural Products offer a range of options for managing pain, whether through topical applications, dietary supplements, or direct consumption. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new treatment, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking other medications.
20-1: Essential Oils and Aromatherapy
20-2: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurvedic Remedies
20-3: Nutraceuticals and Supplements
20-4: Acupressure
20-5: Herbal Pain Relievers
Ayurvedic and homeopathic medicines are alternative medical systems with distinct principles and practices. Ayurveda emphasizes balance and holistic wellness, while homeopathy focuses on stimulating the body's self-healing with highly diluted substances. Ayurvedic treatments often involve a combination of herbal medicine, diet, and lifestyle changes, whereas homeopathy primarily uses diluted remedies.
21-1: Ayurvedic approaches to pregnancy, childbirth, and gynaecological disorders
21-2: Detoxification and Rejuvenation
21-3: Principles of preventive care and health promotion
21-4: Application of homeopathic remedies in clinical practice
21-5: Treatment of gynaecological and obstetric conditions with homeopathy
Plant genetics and genomics are critical fields that explore the genetic makeup of plants and how their genomes influence traits, development, and adaptation. This knowledge is crucial for improving crop varieties, understanding plant responses to environmental changes, and advancing agricultural practices
22-1: Genetic Mapping and QTL Analysis
22-2: Functional Genomics
22-3: Comparative Genomics
22-4: Genomic Selection and Breeding
22-5: Structural Genomics
Environmental impact of Natural Products encompasses both their effects on the environment and the sustainability of their production and use. Natural Products have the potential to offer environmental benefits compared to synthetic alternatives, their impact depends on how they are sourced, cultivated, and processed. Sustainable practices and conscious consumer choices are crucial to minimizing negative environmental effects and ensuring the long-term viability of natural resources used in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and homeopathy.
23-1: Sustainable Harvesting Practices
23-2: Ecosystem Impact Assessment
23-3: By-products and Waste Management
23-4: Pollution and Contamination
23-5: Impact of Synthetic Derivatives
Siddha and Unani medicine emphasize natural and holistic approaches to health, focusing on balancing bodily systems and treating diseases with natural substances and traditional practices. They offer a rich tradition of healing that complements modern medical practices. Both Siddha and Unani medicines offer valuable insights and treatments based on centuries of knowledge and practice. However, their environmental impact depends on responsible sourcing, cultivation, and use of natural resources.
24-1: Natural and Holistic healing methods
24-2: Alchemy and Iatrochemistry
24-3: Yoga and Physical Medicine
24-4: Dietotherapy
24-5: Preventive and Social Medicine
Chronic use of Natural Products involves their long-term or repeated use over extended periods for therapeutic or health maintenance purposes. While natural products can offer significant health benefits, their long-term use requires careful consideration of potential risks and benefits. Chronic use can lead to the accumulation of active compounds in the body, which might result in adverse effects or interactions with other medications. Therefore, it is crucial to monitor and evaluate their safety and efficacy over time. Additionally, the quality and consistency of natural products can vary, which may impact their long-term effectiveness and safety.
25-1: Safety and Efficacy Monitoring
25-2: Dosage and Administration
25-3: Consumer Education and Awareness
25-4: Long-Term Health Outcomes
25-5: Cultural and Traditional Use
Case report focuses on a single patient, offering in-depth insights into the clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes associated with a natural product. Case studies typically involve a group of patients, providing a broader perspective on the effects of natural products. Both case reports and case studies play a crucial role in the scientific exploration of natural products. They contribute to the body of evidence necessary for the integration of natural remedies into mainstream healthcare.
26-1: Studies on natural products used to improve heart health.
26-2: Reports on natural products with antioxidant properties.
26-3: Studies on natural products for digestive health.
26-4: Studies focusing on the elderly population.
26-5: Reports on the use of natural products in children.
27-1: Studies on natural products used to treat infections.
27-2: Studies focusing on the effectiveness of natural products.
27-3: Studies exploring how natural products exert their effects at a molecular or cellular level.
27-4: Reports on the safety and efficacy of natural products in these groups.
27-5: Studies on patients with chronic conditions using natural products as adjunct therapy.