About Book
This comprehensive book delves deep into the intricate world of phytochemistry and pharmacognosy, offering a detailed exploration of metabolic pathways in higher plants and their role in the formation of crucial secondary metabolites. It begins with an insightful introduction to plant metabolic processes and progresses through the Shikimic acid, Acetate, and Amino acid pathways, explaining their biochemical significance in synthesizing alkaloids, flavonoids, and terpenoids. The book also covers the use of radioactive isotopes in tracing the biogenesis of these natural compounds, an essential tool in biogenetic studies. A thorough section on secondary metabolites provides structured information on their chemistry, biosources, therapeutic uses, and commercial relevance, with examples from various chemical classes like alkaloids, glycosides, flavonoids, resins, volatile oils, tannins, steroids, and terpenoids. Noteworthy medicinal plants and compounds such as Vinca, Rauwolfia, Belladonna, Mentha, Clove, Artemisia, Taxus, and many others are comprehensively discussed. Emphasis is placed on the techniques of isolation, identification, and analysis of phytoconstituents such as menthol, citral, artemisinin, atropine, quinine, curcumin, and more. The book also addresses the industrial aspects of phytoconstituents, including their large-scale production, quality estimation, and pharmacological utilization—highlighting compounds like forskolin, sennoside, diosgenin, taxol, vincristine, and digoxin. Furthermore, the reader is introduced to modern extraction techniques and advanced spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrophoretic methods used in phytochemical analysis. Written with clarity and scientific rigor, this text serves as an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, and natural product drug discovery. With its blend of foundational theory and practical application, the book bridges the gap between traditional plant-based knowledge and modern scientific methodologies. Each chapter is enriched with examples and structured to foster both academic understanding and industrial relevance. The work reflects a strong commitment to scientific excellence and sustainable natural product research. It is ideal for postgraduate study, pharmaceutical research, and the herbal drug industry. Whether you're exploring plant biosynthetic pathways or the commercial use of plant metabolites, this book provides the depth and breadth needed to grasp the complexities of phytochemistry.
About Author
Dr. Shweta Jain did her graduation, from Sagar Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sagar in year 2009, post-graduation from Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur in year 2011 and PhD from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow in year 2024. She Qualified GPAT exam in year 2015 with AIR 2282. Dr. Jain has a teaching and research experience of more than 14 years and is currently working as Professor in Sir Madanlal Institute of Pharmacy, Etawah (U.P.) India. Dr. Shweta Jain has a key research interest in plant extract, isolation and herbal nanoformulation and published around 30 outstanding publications in various International journals with cumulative impact factor. Dr. Jain has credited as reviewer of international journals of repute in the field of Pharmaceutical sciences. Dr. Jain has published 15 international book chapters. Dr. Shweta has participated/presented in various National and International conferences and received Best teacher award (Pharma) by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, U.P., on 05th September, 2021.
Mrs. Shweta Singh did her graduation, from Chhatrapati Sahu ji Maharaj University ,Kanpur in 2010 and post graduation from Chattrapati Sahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur in 2015 and PhD is pursuing from IFTM University Moradabad. Shweta Singh has teaching and research experience of 11 years and currently working as Associate Professor in Sir Madanlal Institute of Pharmacy, Etawah(U.P.), India.Shweta Singh has published 10 research publication and 5 books published in pharmacy and 3 Indian patent. Shweta Singh has credited as reviewer of Asian journal and International journals in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences.Shweta Singh has an Association Of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI) membership.She has participated /presented in various National and International Conferences and attended Faculty Development Programe.
Mrs. Sadhna Upadhyay Pandey, did her graduation, from Sagar Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sagar in 2008 and post graduation from Sagar Institute of pharmaceutical sciences, Sagar and pursuing PhD from Sage University, Bhopal. She has teaching and research experience of 12 years and currently working as Associate Professor in Times College of Pharmacy, Damoh, M.P India. She has published many research and review articles. She has participated /presented in various National and International Conferences and attended Faculty Development Programe.
Mr. Manjesh Kumar Nagwanshi holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) degree from RGPV University, Bhopal (2014), and a Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) from the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, RGPV, Bhopal (2016). With a strong foundation in pharmaceutical education and research, he has accumulated over six years of experience in the academic field. He is currently serving as a Contract Faculty at Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Anuppur (Madhya Pradesh), where he actively contributes to teaching and mentoring in the field of pharmacy. His academic journey reflects a commitment to excellence in pharmaceutical education and a passion for empowering future professionals through knowledge-sharing and innovation.
Mr. Vijay Pratap (B.Pharm, M.Pharm (Pharmacognosy), PhD Pursuing) is working as a principal in Monad Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monad University, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh. He has 8 year experiences in academic. He is a life member of IPGA. He has many research papers, review papers in reputed journals. He has 2 national and 1 international patent. He has attended several seminars, conferences and workshop. He is reviewer in many reputed Pharmaceutical journals like Asian Journal of Research in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
