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Issue 6, 2006

Birch bark research and development

Abstract

Covering: 1995 to 2006

This review will detail progress made in the previous decade on the chemistry and bioactivity of birch bark extractive products. Current and future applications of birch bark natural products in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and dietary supplements for the prevention and treatment of cancer, HIV, and other human pathogens are reviewed. Current developments in the technology of birch bark processing are discussed. New approaches for the synthesis of potentially valuable birch bark triterpenoid derivatives are also reviewed.

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Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
15 May 2006
First published
18 Sep 2006

Nat. Prod. Rep., 2006,23, 919-942

Birch bark research and development

P. A. Krasutsky, Nat. Prod. Rep., 2006, 23, 919 DOI: 10.1039/B606816B

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