Overview
Background
Natural Products from Traditional Medicines and drug development.
My group focuses on isolating bioactive natural products from plants and organisms used in traditional and herbal medicines in cultures across the globe. We screen extracts and purified compounds for biological activity and for bioavailability using cell techniques. We are also involved in synthesising analogues of natural compounds and components of subunit vaccines. We also work with first responders to develop methods for detection and decompostion of dangerous chemicals.
Availability
- Professor Joanne Blanchfield is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Science (Advanced), The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
Research interests
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Natural products from traditional medicines
Plants used for thousands of years for their medicinal properties are valuable sources of potential drug leads. We use the ancient knowledge of traditional medicines from across the globe to guide our search for potential bioactive compounds.
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Detection and decomposition of hazardous chemicals
The accurate detection and effective decomposition of dangerous chemicals such as illicit drugs and toxic agents is essential for the safety of first responders and military personal. We work closely with these groups to ensure that they have the best protocols for detection in real time and the most effective and safe decomposition methods available.
Research impacts
Our work with first responders and the Defence Force has identified a more effective method of decomposition of dangerous pharceutical agents encountered in various field settings. We are also working on optimising a method of detection for the most dangerous of compounds that can be performed on site and in real time. This work leads to a safer environment for first responders and for the community.
Our work with the indigenous communities and herbal medicine industry partners has identified bioactive compounds in Australian native plants that have been used by indigenous groups for hundreds of years.
Works
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2013
Journal Article
Peripherally acting novel lipo-endomorphin-1 peptides in neuropathic pain without producing constipation
Varamini, Pegah, Goh, Wei Huang, Mansfeld, Friederike M., Blanchfield, Joanne T., Wyse, Bruce D., Smith, Maree T. and Toth, Istvan (2013). Peripherally acting novel lipo-endomorphin-1 peptides in neuropathic pain without producing constipation. Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 21 (7), 1898-1904. doi: 10.1016/j.bmc.2013.01.044
2012
Journal Article
Isolation of thuridillins D−F, diterpene metabolites from the Australian sacoglossan mollusk Thuridilla splendens; relative configuration of the epoxylactone ring
Somerville, Michael J., Katavic, Peter L., Lambert, Lynette K., Pierens, Gregory K., Blanchfield, Joanne T., Cimino, Guido, Mollo, Ernesto, Gavagnin, Margherita, Banwell, Martin G. and Garson, Mary J. (2012). Isolation of thuridillins D−F, diterpene metabolites from the Australian sacoglossan mollusk Thuridilla splendens; relative configuration of the epoxylactone ring. Journal of Natural Products, 75 (9), 1618-1624. doi: 10.1021/np300442s
2012
Journal Article
Lipo-endomorphin-1 derivatives with systemic activity against neuropathic pain without producing constipation
Varamini, Pegah, Mansfeld, Friederike M., Blanchfield, Joanne T., Wyse, Bruce D., Smith, Maree T. and Toth, Istvan (2012). Lipo-endomorphin-1 derivatives with systemic activity against neuropathic pain without producing constipation. PLoS One, 7 (8 Article. No.e41909) e41909, e41909. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0041909
2012
Journal Article
Synthesis and biological evaluation of an orally active glycosylated endomorphin-1
Varamini, Pegah, Mansfeld, Friederike M., Blanchfield, Joanne T., Wyse, Bruce D., Smith, Maree T. and Toth, Istvan (2012). Synthesis and biological evaluation of an orally active glycosylated endomorphin-1. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 55 (12), 5859-5867. doi: 10.1021/jm300418d
2012
Journal Article
Oxygenated terpenoids from the australian sponges Coscinoderma matthewsi and dysidea sp., and the nudibranch Chromodoris albopunctata
Katavic, Peter L., Jumaryatno, Pinus, Hooper, John N. A., Blanchfield, Joanne T. and Garson, Mary J. (2012). Oxygenated terpenoids from the australian sponges Coscinoderma matthewsi and dysidea sp., and the nudibranch Chromodoris albopunctata. Australian Journal of Chemistry, 65 (5), 531-538. doi: 10.1071/CH12010
2012
Journal Article
Steroidal saponins from the roots of Smilax sp.: Structure and bioactivity
Challinor, Victoria L., Parsons, Peter G., Chap, Sonet, White, Eve F., Blanchfield, Joanne T., Lehmann, Reginald P. and De Voss, James J. (2012). Steroidal saponins from the roots of Smilax sp.: Structure and bioactivity. Steroids, 77 (5), 504-511. doi: 10.1016/j.steroids.2012.01.009
2011
Journal Article
Bile pigment phamacokinetics and absorption in the rat: Therapeutic potential for enteral administration
Bulmer, A. C., Coombes, J. S., Blanchfield, J. T., Toth, I., Fassett, R. G. and Taylor, S. M. (2011). Bile pigment phamacokinetics and absorption in the rat: Therapeutic potential for enteral administration. British Journal of Pharmacology, 164 (7), 1857-1870. doi: 10.1111/j.1476-5381.2011.01413.x
2011
Journal Article
A direct, heavy metal free synthesis of the β-1,6-linked GlcNAc disaccharide
Weaver, Lucy G., Foster, Melissa, Singh, Yogendra, Burn, Paul L. and Blanchfield, Joanne T. (2011). A direct, heavy metal free synthesis of the β-1,6-linked GlcNAc disaccharide. Australian Journal of Chemistry, 64 (5), 536-539. doi: 10.1071/CH11055
2011
Journal Article
Lipophilic derivatives of leu-enkephalinamide: In vitro permeability, stability and in vivo nasal delivery
Cros, Cecile D., Toth, Istvan and Blanchfield, Joanne T. (2011). Lipophilic derivatives of leu-enkephalinamide: In vitro permeability, stability and in vivo nasal delivery. Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry, 19 (4), 1528-1534. doi: 10.1016/j.bmc.2010.12.042
2011
Conference Publication
New bromotyrosine derivative from an Australian sponge
Jumaryatno, Pinus, Blanchfield, Joanne and Garson, Mary (2011). New bromotyrosine derivative from an Australian sponge. 27th International Symposium on the Chemistry of Natural Products and the 7th International Conference on Biodiversity, Brisbane, Australia, 10-15 July 2011. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.
2010
Conference Publication
New chromodorolide metabolites from an Australian marine sponge
Jumaryatno, P., Blanchfield, J. T. and Garson, M. J. (2010). New chromodorolide metabolites from an Australian marine sponge. 6th Annual RHD Symposium of the School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences, Brisbane, Australia, 25 Nov 2010.
2010
Conference Publication
Development of a carbohydrate based synthetic vaccine to Staphylococcus aureus
Blanchfield, J. T., Burn, P., Colditz, I., Foster, M., Singh, Y., Weaver, L. and Vamvounis, G. (2010). Development of a carbohydrate based synthetic vaccine to Staphylococcus aureus. Pacifichem 2010, International Chemical Congress of Pacific Basin Societies, Honolulu, Hawai'i, 15-20 December 2010.
2009
Journal Article
A novel synthetic adjuvant enhances dendritic cell function
Phillipps, Karen S. M., Wykes, Michelle N., Liu, Xue Q., Brown, Melissa, Blanchfield, Joanne T. and Toth, Istvan (2009). A novel synthetic adjuvant enhances dendritic cell function. Immunology, 128 (1), e582-e588. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2567.2008.03038.x
2009
Journal Article
A facile solvent-free Cannizzaro reaction: An instructional model for introductory organic chemistry laboratory
Phonchaiya, S., Panijpan, B., Rajviroongit, S., Wright, T. and Blanchfield, J. T. (2009). A facile solvent-free Cannizzaro reaction: An instructional model for introductory organic chemistry laboratory. Journal of Chemical Education, 86 (1), 85-86. doi: 10.1021/ed086p85
2009
Conference Publication
The CASPiE experience: undergraduate research in the 1st year chemistry laboratory
Lawrie, Gwen, Adams, Denise, Blanchfield, Joanne and Gahan, Lawrence R. (2009). The CASPiE experience: undergraduate research in the 1st year chemistry laboratory. 2009 National UniServe Science Conference, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 30 September-2 October, 2009. Sydney, NSW, Australia: UniServe Science.
2009
Conference Publication
The CASPiE experience: Undergraduate research in the 1st year chemistry laboratory
Lawrie, Gwen, Adams, Denise, Blanchfield, Joanne and Gahan, Lawrence (2009). The CASPiE experience: Undergraduate research in the 1st year chemistry laboratory. UniServe Science Conference, Sydney, 2009. Sydney, Australia: University of Technology, Sydney.
2008
Journal Article
Improved resistance to serum oxidation in Gilbert's syndrome: A mechanism for cardiovascular protection
Bulmer, Andrew C., Blanchfield, Joanne T., Toth, Istvan, Fassett, Robert G. and Coombes, Jeff S. (2008). Improved resistance to serum oxidation in Gilbert's syndrome: A mechanism for cardiovascular protection. Atherosclerosis, 199 (2), 390-396. doi: 10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2007.11.022
2008
Journal Article
Internalisation of the mu-opioid receptor by endomorphin-1 and leu-enkephalin is dependant on aromatic amino acid residues
Del Borgo, Mark P., Blanchfield, Joanne T. and Toth, Istvan (2008). Internalisation of the mu-opioid receptor by endomorphin-1 and leu-enkephalin is dependant on aromatic amino acid residues. Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 16 (8), 4341-4346. doi: 10.1016/j.bmc.2008.02.074
2008
Journal Article
Synthesis and in vitro evaluation of a library of modified endomorphin 1 peptides
Koda, Y., Del Borgo, M., Wessling, S., Lazarus, L. H., Okada, Y., Toth, I. and Blanchfield, J. T. (2008). Synthesis and in vitro evaluation of a library of modified endomorphin 1 peptides. Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry, 16 (11), 6286-6296. doi: 10.1016/j.bmc.2008.04.020
2008
Journal Article
Cyclic tetrapeptides from marine bacteria associated with the seaweed Diginea sp.and the sponge Halisarca ectofibrosa
Rungprom, W., Siwu, E.R.O., Lambert, L.K., Dechsakulwatana, C., Barden, M.C., Kokpol, U., Blanchfield, J. T., Kita, M. and Garson, M. J. (2008). Cyclic tetrapeptides from marine bacteria associated with the seaweed Diginea sp.and the sponge Halisarca ectofibrosa. Tetrahedron, 64 (14), 3147-3152. doi: 10.1016/j.tet.2008.01.089
Funding
Supervision
Availability
- Professor Joanne Blanchfield is:
- Available for supervision
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Available projects
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Identification of bioactive compounds from Australian native plants
In consultation with indigenous collaborators and herbal medicine industry collaborators, we extract Australian native plants that have been identifying as having some medicinal properties and screen the extracts for selected biological activities. We then fractionate the extracts using a variety of chromatographic techniques to isolate individual natural products present in the plants. The structures of these compounds are then identified using modern analytical techniques including mass spectrometry and 1 and 2 dimensional nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) techniques. The isolated compounds and extracts can also be screened for potential bioavailability using Caco-2 cell monolayers.
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Isolation and identification of natural products from Australian Native Medicinal Plants
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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Doctor Philosophy
The construction of synthetic mimics of complex conformational epitopes of HIV
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Paul Burn
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Doctor Philosophy
Synthesis of peptide antibiotic constituents for elucidation of their biosyntheses and II) Characterization of bacterial cytochromes P450
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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Doctor Philosophy
Conotoxins - advanced probes for studying pain pathways
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mark Blaskovich
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Doctor Philosophy
Bioactive Phytochemicals from Australian Native Plants used as Ingienous medicines
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Characterising the structure, bioactivity and bioavailability of active compounds from complex herbal extracts
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Decontamination of fentanyl and fentanyl analogues
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Avril Robertson
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Phytochemical characterisation of Australian medicinal plants: Doctrina veteris et novi
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Physical and chemical interactions between bile pigments and polyaromatic mutagens
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
The synthesis and characterisation of poly-N-acetylglucosamine glycoconjugates: Towards a prophylactic therapy for Staphylococcus aureus
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Paul Burn
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2009
Doctor Philosophy
Targeting central nervous system active peptides to the brain via nasal delivery
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Istvan Toth
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
A NOVEL LIPOSACCHARIDE SYSTEM FOR THE DELIVERY OF ENDOMORPHIN1 ACROSS THE BLOOD-BRAIN BARRIER
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Istvan Toth
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Cage Hydrocarbon Scaffolds for Viral Inhibition and Microlithography
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Craig Williams
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Synthesis of cholesterol derivatives for exploration of cytochromes P450 from Dioscorea transversa and inhibition of Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Biosynthesis of Steroidal Saponins
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Tagged Antibiotics for Examination of Bacterial Resistance and Infection
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mark Blaskovich
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Synthesis of Mechanistic Probes for Cytochrome P450 Catalysed Desaturation
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Discovery of novel natural products from the Australian arid and semi-arid zones
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Craig Williams
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2019
Master Philosophy
SYNTHESIS OF STEROID CONJUGATES FOR TARGETED LIPOSOMAL DELIVERY OF RNA-BASED THERAPIES
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Vito Ferro
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Phytochemistry of Gynostemma pentaphyllum (Thunb.) Makino
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
When East Meets West: The Chemistry of Indonesian Sponges and Australian Nudibranchs
Associate Advisor
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Unusual cytochrome P450-catalysed reactions: synthesis of small molecule probes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Isolation and structure elucidation of bioactive secondary metabolites from Balinese marine sponges
Associate Advisor
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
CYP710C1: Mechanism and Design of Inhibitors
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Steroidal Saponins from Medicinal Herbs
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Synthesis and Pharmacological Characterization of Endomorphin-1 Analogues
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Istvan Toth
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Evidence of Enantiomeric Turnover in the Marine Sponge Acanthella cavernosa
Associate Advisor
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Chemical Studies of Marine Sponges from South-East Queensland
Associate Advisor
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Cytochrome P450-catalysed oxidations: Biosynthetic and mechanistic studies
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
Synthesis of Complex Polymer Topologies and Their Self-Assembly in Water
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Michael Monteiro
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
Marine Natural Products from South-East Queensland: Secondary Metabolites from Sponges and Nudibranchs
Associate Advisor
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2008
Doctor Philosophy
The efficacy of bile pigment supplementation: In vitro and in vivo considerations
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Jeff Coombes, Professor Istvan Toth
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2008
Doctor Philosophy
Direct alkynylation of bridgehead halides with silver acetylides and Towards the Total Synthesis of trans-Crotonin
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Craig Williams
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
TOTAL SYNTHESIS OF PROPOSED ACTIVE CONSTITUENTS IN ECHINACEA. SP. AND CHAMALERIUM LEUTEUM
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor James De Voss
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2006
Master Philosophy
BIOACTIVE SECONDARY METABOLITES FROM AUSTRALIAN INVERTEBRATES, INDONESIA MARINE SPONGES, AND AN INDONESIAN TERRESTRIAL PLANT
Associate Advisor
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2006
Doctor Philosophy
VACCINE-ADJUVANT-CARRIER DESIGN AGAINST GROUP A STREPTOCOCCUSI AND HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS TYPE-16 INFECTION
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Istvan Toth
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2004
Doctor Philosophy
LIPOAMINO ACID- AND CARBOHYDRATE-BASED PENETRATION ENHANCERS FOR USE IN ORAL DRUG DELIVERY
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Istvan Toth
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