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A new, quick method to isolate natural compounds could revolutionize drug development.

By Tokyo University of Science. Scientists propose a two-step synthesis process for anti-viral compounds neoechinulin B and its derivatives The fungus-derived compound neoechinulin B demonstrates promising antiviral activity. To realize its potential as an antiviral agent, however, a viable method for preparing more potent derivatives synthetically is necessary. In a recent breakthrough, scientists from Japan designed a simple route for synthesizing neoechinulin B and its … Continue reading A new, quick method to isolate natural compounds could revolutionize drug development.