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Industrial Chemistry

Industrial Applications of Natural Products

CHMI4413
Two hours English

Industrial Applications of Natural Products

Industrial Applications of Natural Products ()
CHMI3407 Organic Spectroscopy
Two hours One requisite
1 Introduction to Natural Products: / Definitions, classification, nomenclature, methods of isolation and identification. / Overview of the role natural products play across industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and agrochemicals. / Use of natural products in drug discovery, sustainable materials and bio-based products
2 Terpenes and Terpenoids: / Introduction, isolation, their distinctive structures classification, nomenclature, general methods for molecular structures determination, synthesis, and application. / Examples: Acyclic monoterpenoids (myrcene), Monocyclic monoterpenoids (limonene, a-terpinol), Bicyclicmonoterpenoids (camphor), Triterpenoids (squalene), Tetraterpenoids (?-carotene). / Industrial Application of Terpenoids: / Food and beverage: Terpenes (e.g., limonene, menthol) as flavoring agents and fragrances. / Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics: Essential oils in perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products. / Agrochemical industry: Terpenoid-based insecticides and fungicides (e.g., pyrethroids)
3 Steroids: / Introduction, classification, nomenclature, structure elucidation, synthesis, and application. / Examples: Sterols (cholesterol) – Sex hormones: Estrogens (estraiol), Androgenes (testesterone) and Gestogenes (progesterone)- Bile acids (cholanic acid). / Industrial Application of Steroids: / Pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, materials science and agrochemical applications
4 Alkaloids: / Introduction, methods of extractions, general properties, classification, structure elucidation, synthesis, and application. / Examples: Phenylethylamines (adrenaline, ephedrine), Pyrrolidines (hygrine), Pyridine-Piperidine (trigonelline), Pyrrolidine-Pyridine (nicotine), Indoles (heptaphylline), Quinolines (Quinine), Isoquinolines (Papaverine), Phenanthrenes (morphine) and Tropane (Cocaine). / Industrial Application of Alkaloids: / Pharmaceuticals, food industry and agrochemical applications
5 Polyketides and Their Pharmaceutical Applications: / Introduction, classification, general properties, biosynthesis, structural elucidation. / Examples: Macrolides, Tetracyclines and Polyenes. / Industrial Application of Polyketides: / A pivotal role of polyketides in the pharmaceutical industry, serving as the foundation for numerous critical drugs, including antibiotics (erythromycin and tetracycline), anticancer agents (doxorubicin), immunosuppressants (rapamycin), cholesterol-lowering agents (lovastatin), antiparasitics (ivermectin and avermectins), and antivirals (kitasamycin)
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Outline the theoretical foundation for the identification and elucidation of various classes of natural products.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Exams Assignments
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the major classes of natural products, their distinctive chemical structures, and their roles in industrial applications.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Exams Assignments
2.1 Mapped to: S2

Integrate the science and application of natural products into industrial processes to tackle real-world challenges in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and other sectors, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Case Studies
Assessment Methods Exams Assignments
2.2 Mapped to: S3

Describe the various strategies employed for the structural elucidation of different classes of natural products.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Flipped Classroom
Assessment Methods Exams Assignments
3.1 Mapped to: V2

Demonstrate learning skills to work as a team in a multidisciplinary environment and demonstrate effective writing, oral communicateton skills and using ICT tools.

Teaching Strategy ICT Integration
Assessment Methods Reflective journals Written reports
Assessment
Weight
Assignments and activities
10%
First Periodic Exam
20%
Second Periodic Exam
20%
Final Exam
50%
Total
100%