V. Basil Hans,
- Research Professor, Research Professor, Srinivas University, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Abstract
In the field of pharmacognosy, the identification, quality control, and bioactivity evaluation of medicinal plants and natural products have become significantly more effective thanks to the development of a strong tool known as metabolomics, which is the complete study of small-molecule metabolites in biological systems. Metabolomics offers more in-depth insights into phytochemical composition, plant metabolism, and the mechanisms that underlie medicinal benefits. It does this by enabling high-throughput analysis and thorough metabolic profiling. The utilization of this methodology facilitates the identification of novel bioactive components, contributes to the standardization of herbal medicines, and improves the comprehension of the interactions between plants and their environments. Its application in contemporary pharmacognostic research is further strengthened by the incorporation of other omics technologies and chemometric methods. This article provides an overview of the most recent developments, techniques, and potential future applications of metabolomics within the context of the ever-changing field of pharmacognosy.
Keywords: Pharmaceutical research, pharmacognostic research, biological system, methodological techniques, efficacy of herbal remedies.
[This article belongs to Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy ]
V. Basil Hans. Application of Metabolomics in Pharmacognosy. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy. 2025; 12(03):01-07.
V. Basil Hans. Application of Metabolomics in Pharmacognosy. Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy. 2025; 12(03):01-07. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjopc/article=2025/view=225143
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Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 03 |
| Received | 15/08/2025 |
| Accepted | 28/08/2025 |
| Published | 29/08/2025 |
| Publication Time | 14 Days |
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