Deciphering secondary metabolite potentials of halophilic marine-derived Aspergillus ruber

Key Points

• Bioactivity was observed in secondary metabolites derived from Aspergillus ruber, indicating their potential therapeutic uses.
• The study identified several specific metabolites with promising biological activities, including antibacterial and antifungal properties.
• Assessment of marine-derived strains focused on secondary metabolite production under halophilic conditions, revealing significant biochemical diversity.
• The findings highlight the value of marine fungi for bioprospecting, especially for novel compounds that might benefit biotechnology.