Green Biotechnology for Herbal and Medicinal Plant Metabolites

Green Biotechnology for Herbal and Medicinal Plant Metabolites presents an innovative approach that leverages plant-derived molecules for agriculture, medicine, and wellness in pursuit of sustainable health solutions. This comprehensive guide delves into the latest advancements in green biotechnology, showcasing in vitro, genetic, and biochemical strategies for enhancing the yield and potency of essential metabolites in medicinal plants. Designed to appeal to researchers, practitioners, and students alike, the book provides a balanced view of bioengineering plant metabolites’ medicinal, economic, and environmental benefits. It illustrates how the potential of green biotechnology can unlock new frontiers in natural products, paving the way for innovative treatments and sustainable healthcare solutions.

The book explains how green biotechnology facilitates the sustainable extraction of plant secondary metabolites. Each chapter emphasizes the need to leverage eco-friendly technologies in metabolite extraction to maximize the benefits and opportunities provided by an integrative, risk-based approach to innovation, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, the book underscores the role of bioinformatics tools in streamlining real-world solutions, helping to navigate the complexities of wet-lab experimentation with more uncertainties, interdependencies, and unforeseen risks.

Salient Features:

• Thoroughly explores the potential benefits of green biotechnology.
• Gives deep insight into the extraction strategies of plant metabolites.
• Chapters are designed in a way that provides comprehensive details on the industrial application of bio-compounds.
• Provides a comprehensive summary of the most recent findings in plant metabolite and green biotechnology.

Researchers working on green biotechnology for medicinal and herbal plants will undoubtedly find this book useful for developing a thorough understanding of the most recent developments and instruments in this field. The book can also be used as a thorough textbook for graduate-level classes in biomedical, health, and food and nutrition sciences. The book is a collection of chapters contributed by experts in medicinal plants.