ReviewMarine drugs2023
Astaxanthin: Past, Present, and Future.
Review in Marine drugs, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 60 papers, 2 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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Who cites it
60 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 124 citations in OpenAlex.
- A systematic review and meta-analysis of astaxanthin efficacy in male infertility: evidence from clinical and preclinical studies.Scientific reports · 2026Pooled it
- Exploring the benefits of astaxanthin as a functional food ingredient: Its effects on oxidative stress and reproductive outcomes in women with PCOS - A systematic review and single-arm meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology · 2025Pooled it
- Effects of 28-day astaxanthin supplementation on psychological fatigue and biochemical markers in taekwondo athletes: a randomized controlled trial.Nutrition journal · 2026Trial
- Astaxanthin (AstaRealAdvances in therapy · 2025Trial
- Ultrasound-Assisted Recovery and Biological Evaluation of an Astaxanthin-Containing Extract fromAntioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Astaxanthin and Male Reproductive Health: Mechanisms, Experimental Evidence, and Clinical Perspectives.Reproductive sciences (Thousand Oaks, Calif.) · 2026Review
- Effects of enrofloxacin and sulfamethoxazole on Haematococcus lacustris.Bioprocess and biosystems engineering · 2026Article
- The growth and astaxanthin production of a new strain of Haematococcus lacustris from Ica (Peru).International microbiology : the official journal of the Spanish Society for Microbiology · 2026Article
- Not All Roads Lead to Red: The Genetics of Sexual Dichromatism in the Northern Cardinal (Cardinals cardinalis).Genome biology and evolution · 2026Article
- Astaxanthin attenuates CTX-induced premature ovarian failure by alleviating ovarian apoptosis and autophagy in vivo.Journal of ovarian research · 2026Article
- Extraction of astaxanthin from fresh Haematococcus pluvialis biomass: a sustainable approach using vegetable oils.Archives of microbiology · 2026Article
- Chemical Characterization and Biological Activity of Astaxanthin Extracted fromInternational journal of molecular sciences · 2026Article
- Astaxanthin Delivery Across Administration Routes: Recent Advances to Improve Stability and Bioavailability.Pharmaceutics · 2026Review
- Topical Astaxanthin Attenuates Imiquimod-Induced Psoriasiform Dermatitis by Downregulating Psoriasis-Associated Keratin Gene Expression (Krt16, Krt17, Krt6a) and Inhibiting the JAK-STAT Signaling Pathway.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Biological and Genomic Characterization of Two Astaxanthin-ProducingJournal of microbiology and biotechnology · 2026Article
- Physiological and transcriptomic analyses reveal the effects of phytohormones on growth and astaxanthin accumulation in Haematococcus pluvialis.BMC plant biology · 2026Article
- Oxidation Mechanism in Bigels and Emulgels-Challenges and Solutions.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Harnessing synthetic biology for tetraterpenoid astaxanthin production: Recent advances and challenges.Synthetic and systems biotechnology · 2026Review
- Natural pH-Sensitive Intelligent Edible Gel-Based Packaging: From Structural Design to Fruit Freshness Monitoring.Gels (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- From nutrition to therapeutics: the diverse inflammopharmacological and biomedical roles of astaxanthin.Inflammopharmacology · 2026Review
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Authors and funding
11 authors at 5 institutions in 1 country.
Funding
No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.
Abstract
Astaxanthin (AX), a lipid-soluble pigment belonging to the xanthophyll carotenoids family, has recently garnered significant attention due to its unique physical properties, biochemical attributes, and physiological effects. Originally recognized primarily for its role in imparting the characteristic red-pink color to various organisms, AX is currently experiencing a surge in interest and research. The growing body of literature in this field predominantly focuses on AXs distinctive bioactivities and properties. However, the potential of algae-derived AX as a solution to various global environmental and societal challenges that threaten life on our planet has not received extensive attention. Furthermore, the historical context and the role of AX in nature, as well as its significance in diverse cultures and traditional health practices, have not been comprehensively explored in previous works. This review article embarks on a comprehensive journey through the history leading up to the present, offering insights into the discovery of AX, its chemical and physical attributes, distribution in organisms, and biosynthesis. Additionally, it delves into the intricate realm of health benefits, biofunctional characteristics, and the current market status of AX. By encompassing these multifaceted aspects, this review aims to provide readers with a more profound understanding and a robust foundation for future scientific endeavors directed at addressing societal needs for sustainable nutritional and medicinal solutions. An updated summary of AXs health benefits, its present market status, and potential future applications are also included for a well-rounded perspective.
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