Several research studies have shown that lichens are productive organisms for the
synthesis of a broad range of secondary metabolites. Lichens are a self-sustainable stable …

Bacterial and fungal contamination have become major factors in fruit spoilage and damage,
posing a potential risk to human health. In this work, polylactic acid (PLA) nanofibers …

A meta-analysis of literature data with statistical analysis concerning the effect of lichen
substances on the inhibition of 10 yeast species (Candida albicans, C. dubliniensis, C …

This article presents the results of in vitro experiments on the cytotoxic potential of ethanol
extracts from 8 lichen species, Cetraria islandica, Cladonia arbuscula, C. digitata, C. gracilis …

Introduction Cladonia rangiformis, also known as reindeer lichen, has been used for various
remedies in folk medicine. The rich nutritional value of this lichen is reflected in the fact that it …

Abstract UHPLC/ESI/MS/MS profiling followed by bioactivity guided isolation of
Pseudevernia furfuracea (P. furfuracea) extract yielded two polyphenolic molecules, Methyl …

Flavor is a determining attribute in the choice of foods and culinary preparations. Taste and
preferences for different flavors have been little explored in the Chilean population. The aim …

Due to the emergence of new diseases, drug discovery is an ever-exciting field of science.
Researchers have shifted their focus from chemical-based medicines to drugs of natural …

When it comes to food and medicine, lichens are sometimes disregarded; nonetheless, they
have significant effects on human health and food security. Lichens have been used as a …

16.7 Conclusion Lichens are a living illustration of the intricate relationships that exist
between the natural world and food. They have been prized for their outstanding nutritional …