Rodrigues, Maria João2025-03-122025-03-122025-02-082076-3417http://hdl.handle.net/10400.1/26897Natural products have been an essential driver of human advancement, providing unparalleled chemical diversity and a wide range of biological activities. From ancient herbal remedies to cutting-edge modern therapeutics, these bioactive compounds have significantly influenced industries as diverse as medicine, agriculture, and cosmetics [1]. Their origins are equally diverse, encompassing terrestrial plants, microorganisms, and marine life, each offering unique chemical architectures and mechanisms of action that continue to inspire innovations and discoveries [1].engjournal article10.3390/app15041716