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  • Natural product chemistry
  • Medicinal chemistry

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  • Mangrove ecosystems are recognized biodiversity hotspots.
  • Mangrove-derived microorganisms and plants are sources of bioactive secondary metabolites.
  • Research indicates significant potential in these ecological niches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review selected bioactive compounds from mangrove endophytes, fungi, and bacteria.
  • To cover literature published between 2014 and March 2018.
  • To highlight the potential of mangrove-derived natural products for medicinal applications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific publications.
  • Focus on natural products from mangrove endophytes, fungi, and bacteria.
  • Analysis of reported bioactivities.

Main Results:

  • 163 natural products were described.
  • Compounds exhibited a wide range of bioactivities.
  • Key activities include cytotoxic, antibacterial, antifungal, α-glucosidase inhibitory, protein tyrosine phosphatase B inhibitory, and antiviral effects.

Conclusions:

  • Mangrove-derived microorganisms are a valuable source of novel bioactive compounds.
  • The identified natural products show promise for drug discovery and development.
  • Further research into mangrove ecosystems can yield significant medicinal leads.