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ReviewCurrent drug discovery technologies2026

An Approach to Drug Discovery via Ethnopharmacology and Sustainable Agriculture.

Harpreet Singh, Yash Pal Singh, Amit Anand, Arun Kumar Mishra, Arvind Kumar, Shivani Chopra, Hitesh Chopra

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Review in Current drug discovery technologies, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

7 authors.

Harpreet SinghSchool of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, IFTM University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, 244102, India.
Yash Pal SinghSchool of Agricultural Sciences and Engineering, IFTM University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, 244102, India.
Amit AnandDepartment of Pharmacognosy, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru, 570015, India.
Arun Kumar MishraSOS School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, IFTM University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, 244102, India.
Arvind KumarSchool of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, IFTM University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, 244102, India.
Shivani ChopraDepartment of Biosciences, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, 602105, Tamil Nadu, India.
Hitesh ChopraCentre for Research Impact & Outcome, Chitkara College of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Rajpura, 140401, Punjab, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Ethnopharmacology is the study of traditional medicinal knowledge and its application in modern drug discovery. It combines ethnobotanical insights with scientific research to identify bioactive compounds with therapeutic potential. Sustainable agriculture refers to farming practices that maintain ecological balance, support biodiversity, and ensure the long-term availability of resources. Integrating these fields can enhance drug discovery while preserving medicinal plants and promoting environmental sustainability. This review examines the collaboration between ethnopharmacology and sustainable agriculture in advancing drug discovery, conservation, and global food security. This review examines the role of ethnopharmacology in drug discovery, analyzing traditional medicinal practices, bioactivity-guided fractionation, and metabolomic profiling. It also investigates sustainable agriculture techniques, including organic farming, controlled cultivation, and conservation strategies for medicinal plants. Data were collected from peer-reviewed literature using sources such as Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, and journal databases like ScienceDirect. Ethnopharmacology has contributed to the discovery of key drugs with anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Sustainable agriculture ensures a steady supply of medicinal plants while optimizing their bioactive compound production through improved cultivation techniques. The combination of these approaches strengthens drug discovery efforts and supports ecological conservation. Integrating ethnopharmacology with sustainable agriculture is a promising strategy for developing new drugs while protecting natural resources. Future research should focus on innovative cultivation techniques, community- led conservation efforts, and advanced analytical methods to enhance the discovery of new drugs. The adoption of agroecological practices, technological advancements, and policy support will be crucial in ensuring sustainable and equitable benefits for healthcare and agriculture. Bridging traditional knowledge with scientific research will foster new therapeutic discoveries while promoting environmental sustainability.

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AgricultureConservation of Natural ResourcesDrug DiscoveryEthnopharmacologyHumansPlants, Medicinalbioactivity-guided fractionationconservationEthnopharmacologyglobal food securitymetabolomic profilingsustainable agriculture

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