Terpenoids form the Sea: Chemical Diversity and Bioactivity

Marine organisms are a rich source of biologically active terpenes. Some of them exhibit antiviral, antifouling, antitumor, antimicrobial, antifungal, activities. The present paper reviews the latest progress in the chemistry and pharmacological activities of terpenoids from marine organisms. Keywords: Biological activities, marine organisms, metabolites, structure, terpenes.