Nature’s Untapped Pharmacy: Discovering Bioactive Compounds in Indigenous and Invasive Plants
CWISA is actively unraveling the untapped therapeutic potential of weeds that dominate African landscapes. We combine field ecology, indigenous knowledge, and advanced plant metabolomics to map bioactive compounds in both indigenous and invasive species. Our integrated approach identifies novel metabolites, evaluates their pharmacological efficacy and safety, and explores pathways for their sustainable use. By transforming […]
