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  • Natural Product Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Sesterterpenoids represent a chemically diverse and biologically significant class of terpenoids.
  • They are the largest subgroup within terpenoids, a major family of secondary metabolites.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review and consolidate knowledge on sesterterpenoids.
  • To summarize over seven decades of research on their isolation, characterization, and properties.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies published up to October 2024.
  • Compilation of data on over 1600 structurally novel sesterterpenoids.
  • Inclusion of biological, pharmacological, ecological, and geographical distribution data.

Main Results:

  • Over 1600 structurally novel sesterterpenoids have been isolated and characterized.
  • Extensive data on biological activities, pharmacological potential, ecological roles, and geographic distribution are presented.
  • Information is organized into eight web-based tables and a relational database.

Conclusions:

  • This review provides a foundational resource for sesterterpenoid research.
  • The integrated database facilitates access to comprehensive sesterterpenoid information.
  • The findings underscore the ongoing importance and potential of sesterterpenoids in various scientific fields.