What is polyketides?

Polyketides are a class of natural products produced by bacteria, fungi, and plants through biOSynthesis from acetyl-CoA and malonyl-CoA building blocks. They have a diverse range of biological activities, including antibiotic, antifungal, antiparasitic, and anticancer properties. Many important drugs, such as erythromycin and lovastatin, are derived from polyketides.