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  The Chemistry of Natural Products: Biosynthetic Pathways and Their Importance Dr. Navdeep Sharma Institute of Sciences SAGE University, Indore (M.P.) Introduction Natural products are intricate molecular treasures crafted by living organisms over millions of years. The richness of their structures and functions often stems from complex biosynthetic processes. Understanding these biosynthetic pathways is crucial in natural product chemistry, as it helps scientists harness and manipulate nature’s own strategies for drug development, agriculture, and biotechnology. This blog dives into the major biosynthetic pathways responsible for the formation of natural products and discusses their profound significance in science and industry. What Are Biosynthetic Pathways? Biosynthetic pathways are a series of enzyme-catalyzed chemical reactions within living organisms that build complex molecules from simpler ones. In natural products, these pathways transform basic building blocks l...

The Chemistry of Natural Products: Exploring Nature’s Molecular Masterpieces for Modern Innovations   Dr. Navdeep Sharma Institute of Sciences SAGE University, Indore (M.P.) Introduction Natural products have fascinated chemists, biologists and pharmacologists for centuries. These complex molecules, produced by plants, microorganisms, marine organisms and animals, have played an indispensable role in medicine, agriculture and industry. From penicillin to paclitaxel, natural products have inspired the development of countless therapeutic agents and scientific breakthroughs. This blog explores the fundamental chemistry of natural products , including their types, biosynthesis, structural diversity and real-world significance, along with the challenges and future trends in this exciting field. What are Natural Products? Natural products are chemical compounds produced by living organisms, often as part of their secondary metabolism. Unlike primary metabolites (like carbohydra...

    Laboratory Experiments of B.Sc. II Sem BT/FS/CBZ   Dr. Navdeep Sharma Institute of Sciences SAGE University, Indore (M.P.)   Experiment: 5 Objective: To determine the pH values of various household and food items using pH paper or a pH meter and classify them as acidic, basic, or neutral. Materials Required: ·          pH paper (universal indicator strips) or digital pH meter ·          Clean test tubes or beakers ·          Distilled water ·          Dropper or stirring stick ·          Glass rod ·          Filter paper (if needed) Samples for Testing: 1. Shampoo 2. Soap solution 3. Lemon juice 4. Orange juice 5. Tomato juice 6. Vinegar 7. Milk 8. Curd 9. Baking soda solution 10. Toothpaste slurry ...