Leveraging microbial natural products for pharmaceutical innovation: a vision of inspiration and future prospects.
10.1016/S1875-5364(25)60971-X
- Author:
Junbiao YANG
1
;
Jiwen WANG
1
;
Mengqun LIU
1
;
Xuzhe ZHOU
1
;
Dong FENG
2
;
Hanxiang JIANG
1
;
Xinna LIU
1
;
Lu CHEN
1
;
Ying WANG
3
Author Information
1. School of Life Science and Technology, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China.
2. Nanjing Southern Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd., Nanjing 211100, China.
3. School of Life Science and Technology, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China. Electronic address: waying@cpu.edu.cn.
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Bioactive natural products;
Innovative biochemical entities;
Marketed pharmaceuticals;
Microbial derivatives;
Pharmaceutical discovery
- MeSH:
Biological Products/chemistry*;
Drug Discovery;
Humans;
Artificial Intelligence;
Bacteria/metabolism*
- From:
Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines (English Ed.)
2025;23(9):1047-1057
- CountryChina
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Microorganisms, abundant in nature, are prolific producers of a diverse array of natural products (NPs) that are fundamental in the development of innovative therapeutics. Despite their significant potential, the field faces considerable challenges, including the continuous emergence of potential health threats, as well as novel pathogen strains and viruses. The advent and implementation of advanced technologies, such as culture strategies, genomics mining, and artificial intelligence (AI), are facilitating a paradigm shift in pharmaceutical research, introducing innovative methodologies and perspectives. The development and maturation of these technologies have enhanced the exploration of microbial-derived NPs, thereby advancing pharmaceutical research and development. This review synthesizes recent developments in this context, emphasizing their applications in pharmaceutical discovery and development. Through systematic analysis and synthesis, it provides objective insights into the promising prospects and future direction of this essential field.
