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  • Natural Product Chemistry
  • Medicinal Chemistry
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Terpenes are a diverse class of natural products with complex structures and biological activities.
  • Sesterterpenoids (C25) are a subclass of terpenes found in fungi, marine organisms, and plants.
  • Many sesterterpenoids exhibit cytotoxicity, indicating potential anticancer properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the natural sources of sesterterpenoids.
  • To detail the chemical structures and biological properties of sesterterpenoids, focusing on anticancer activities.
  • To critically evaluate the potential of sesterterpenoids as anticancer agents.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of sesterterpenoids from natural sources.
  • Compilation of chemical structures and biological data, emphasizing anticancer properties.
  • Critical analysis of existing research on sesterterpenoid anticancer potential.

Main Results:

  • Sesterterpenoids are derived from diverse natural sources and possess varied carbon skeletons.
  • Numerous sesterterpenoids demonstrate significant cytotoxic and anticancer activities.
  • This review consolidates information on sesterterpenoid sources, structures, and anticancer potential.

Conclusions:

  • Sesterterpenoids represent a promising class of natural products for anticancer drug discovery.
  • Further research into the mechanisms and clinical applications of sesterterpenoids is warranted.
  • The structural diversity of sesterterpenoids offers opportunities for developing novel anticancer therapies.