Antje Potthast

Antje Potthast is affiliated with the Faculty of Chemistry and the Department of Analytical Chemistry. Her research focuses on the isolation and characterization of bioactive compounds from medicinal plants, particularly within the Rubiaceae family.

• Research Areas: Analytical Chemistry, Medicinal Plant Chemistry, Phytochemistry

Research Interests

Potthast’s work centers on secondary metabolites, including iridoids, fatty acids, lignans, and coumarin derivatives, derived from species like Ixora cibdela Craib. These studies contribute to understanding the pharmacological potential of natural products.

Publications

Her recent studies explore the chemical composition and therapeutic applications of medicinal plants, with a focus on uncommon fatty acids and iridoids.