Chalcones

Chalcones: From Drug Discovery to Pharmaceutical Applications offers an exploration of chalcones, organic compounds renowned for their versatile chemistry and significance in drug research. This detailed reference discusses the natural sources of chalcones, their extraction and synthesis techniques, and their importance in developing innovative pharmaceuticals. Both newcomers and seasoned professionals will find foundational insights, methodologies for structural characterization, and the growing role these compounds play in advancing therapeutic solutions for a wide range of medical conditions. This resource stands out for its critical guidance on drug development strategies and its broad overview of chalcones' potential to address complex health challenges.

The book is divided into three comprehensive sections: "Foundations of Chalcones Research," which examines chalcone origins and laboratory methods; "Pharmacology of Chalcones," detailing their pharmacokinetics, safety profiles, and unique medicinal properties, including antiviral, antibacterial, anticancer, and neuroprotective effects; and "Prospects," focusing on drug formulation, chalcone-based clinical trials, and future pharmaceutical applications.