Cyanobactins from Cyanobacteria: Current Genetic and Chemical State of Knowledge

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2015

Authors

Martins, J (Author) Other; Vitor Vasconcelos (Author) FCUP

Journal

Title: Marine Drugs

Vol. 13

Pages: 6910-6946

ISSN: 1660-3397

Publisher: MDPI

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00J-YAH

DOI: 10.3390/md13116910

Abstract (EN): Cyanobacteria are considered to be one of the most promising sources of new, natural products. Apart from non-ribosomal peptides and polyketides, ribosomally synthesized and post-translationally modified peptides (RiPPs) are one of the leading groups of bioactive compounds produced by cyanobacteria. Among these, cyanobactins have sparked attention due to their interesting bioactivities and for their potential to be prospective candidates in the development of drugs. It is assumed that the primary source of cyanobactins is cyanobacteria, although these compounds have also been isolated from marine animals such as ascidians, sponges and mollusks. The aim of this review is to update the current knowledge of cyanobactins, recognized as being produced by cyanobacteria, and to emphasize their genetic clusters and chemical structures as well as their bioactivities, ecological roles and biotechnological potential.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 37