Advances in Cordyceps Research

Prospects and Avenues

342 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The genus Cordyceps and allied species, such as entomopathogenic fungi, mainly parasitize insects and other arthropods and have been known since ancient times. They are a source of hundreds of metabolites of medicinal significance used in drug discovery and drug development.The book reviews the developments in cordyceps research and its applications. It covers areas such as diversity, distribution, taxonomy, phylogeny, genetics, bioactive potential, nutraceutical values, biotechnological prospects, plant protection, safety concerns, and marketed products. Further, the impact of human interference as well as climate change on the habitats of Cordyceps has been discussed. The book is meant for readers with an interest in mycology and allied areas. It is also invaluable to personnel carrying out research in disciplines like applied biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, ecology, entomology, environmental biology, field biology, forestry, and zoology.

• Reihe: Progress in Mycological Research
• Themen: Mathematik und Naturwissenschaften Biologie, Biowissenschaften Botanik und Pflanzenwissenschaften
• ISBN: 9781032738703
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 20.07.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Herausgegeben von: Sunil Kumar Deshmukh, Shivannegowda Mahadevakumar, Shin-Yee Fung, Kandikere Sridhar