Authors
Saranya Mathiyazhagan, Bharathi Balu, Roseline Jebapriya Gunaseelan, Raju Piliyan, Santhanam Perumal, Manoharan Natesan
Published in
Environmental geochemistry and health. Volume 48. Issue 10. Jul 13, 2026. Epub Jul 13, 2026.
Abstract
Marine mangrove wetlands are ecologically complex ecosystems that serve as rich reservoirs of biologically active compounds with significant biotechnological potential. This review synthesizes current knowledge on mangrove-associated microorganisms and biota, including bacteria, fungi, algae, and invertebrates, with emphasis on their bioassay activities and derived bioactive metabolites. Various analytical approaches, including chromatographic techniques, LC-MS/NMR analysis, and in silico tools, have been employed to identify and characterize compounds such as enzymes, polysaccharides, biosurfactants, and antimicrobial peptides. These biomolecules exhibit diverse functional applications in medicine, environmental management, and industrial processes, including nitrogen fixation, bioremediation, and hydrocarbon degradation. The review highlights that mangrove-derived bioactive compounds are influenced by both ecological interactions and environmental conditions. Furthermore, recent advances indicate a shift toward genome-guided discovery using multi-omics and metagenomic approaches, enabling the identification of novel biosynthetic pathways, particularly from unculturable microorganisms. This integrated approach enhances the efficiency of bioactive compound discovery and supports scalable production through synthetic biology. Overall, mangrove ecosystems represent promising platforms for sustainable biotechnological innovation, underscoring the need for their conservation and the development of integrated validation strategies.
PMID:
42440035
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