Anti-Coronavirus Marine Bioactive Compounds

Offers in-depth insights into molecular mechanisms that can inhibit viral/host protein targets of SARS-CoV-2. Highlights the action of marine bioactive compounds based on advanced bioinformatics tools. Proposes their potential role in COVID-19 management. Discusses the role of marine bioactive compounds for combating SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Jen-Tsung Chen, PhD, is a Professor of Cell Biology at the National University of Kaohsiung in Taiwan, where he teaches genomics, proteomics, plant physiology, and plant biotechnology. His research interests include bioactive compounds, chromatography techniques, plant molecular biology, plant biotechnology, bioinformatics, and systems pharmacology. He is an active editor of academic books and journals in an effort to advance the exploration of multidisciplinary knowledge involving plant physiology, plant biotechnology, nanotechnology, ethnopharmacology, systems biology, and drug discovery. He serves as an editorial board member and a guest editor for several reputed journals. Dr. Chen has published books in collaboration with international publishers on diverse topics such as drug discovery, herbal medicine, medicinal biotechnology, nanotechnology, bioengineering, plant functional genomics, plant speed breeding, CRISPR-based plant genome editing, and artificial intelligence. Dr. Chen has been included in the list of the World Top 2% Scientists 2023 by Stanford University.