Chemistry and Bioactivity of Boswellic Acids and Other Terpenoids of the Genus Boswellia

Exhibiting a wealth of interesting activities and novel structures, Boswellic acid and the other terpenoids of the genus Boswellia (from which frankincense is derived) are a growing source of interest for the natural product drug discovery community. Chemistry and Bioactivity of Boswellic Acids and Other Terpenoids of the Genus Boswellia presents, in a single volume for the first time, key research into their structures, synthesis and potential as starting points for the development of medicinal agents.Drawing on the authors’ expert knowledge, this volume is an interesting insight into the identification of novel compounds from endemic plant sources, and is a useful tool for all researchers involved in the discovery and development of bioactive structures from natural products.

1. Introduction2. Boswellia Species: taxonomy and traditional uses3. Chemistry of Boswellic Acids4. Synthetic Derivatives of Boswellic Acids5. Miscellaneous Natural Products Isolated from Boswellia6. Biological Activities of Boswellic Acids7. Biological Activities of Boswellia Extracts8. Biological Activities of Cembrene Diterpenoids9. Conclusion10. References