Bioactive Compounds from Plants – Symposium No. 154 delves into the rich history and current significance of plant-derived compounds in medicine and beyond. Authored by the CIBA Foundation Symposium, this first edition, published by Wiley on December 7, 1990, spans 254 pages. The book explores the isolation and characterization of bioactive compounds found in plants, their roles within the plants themselves, and methods for synthesizing identical or more potent analogues. It also discusses innovative approaches such as culturing plant tissues and genetic engineering to enhance the production of desired substances from plants. Special attention is given to previously unknown species significant to Western science.