Lichens, algae and fungi-based symbiotic associations, are sources of many important
secondary metabolites, such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, antioxidants, and anticancer …

Bee venom therapy is known as a traditional approach to curing many medical conditions
such as arthritis, pain and rheumatism. Bee venom also provides promising potential for …

The lichen's special symbiotic structure enables it to produce bioactive substances. They
have historically been recognized for their aesthetic and medicinal benefits. Furthermore, in …

Simple Summary Anti-angiogenic therapy, a promising strategy against cancer progression,
is limited by drug resistance. Natural plants, such as secondary metabolites of lichens, may …

The application of photodynamic therapy has become more and more important in
combating cancer. However, the high lipophilic nature of most photosensitizers limits their …

Lichens are symbiotic organisms which are composed fungi and algae and/or
cyanobacteria. They produce a variety of characteristic secondary metabolites. Such …

Lichens are widely distributed symbiotic organisms producing unique chemical compounds
with interesting biological properties. The secondary metabolites of lichens, which are …

The use of natural dyes in several areas is regulated by current European and non‐
European legislation, due to various problems with synthetic dyes. The analysis revealed …

Natural photosensitizers, such as curcumin or parietin, play a vital role in photodynamic
therapy (PDT), causing a light-mediated reaction that kills cancer cells. PDT is a promising …

Richardia brasiliensis, known as poaia branca, is a medicinal species widely distributed
throughout Brazil and used in folk medicine. However, studies on its toxicity are practically …