Chaetoglobosine A is a cytochalasan that disrupts actin dynamics and exhibits antifungal and cytotoxic activity.
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Chaetoglobosin A is a cytochalasan-type secondary metabolite produced by Chaetomium globosum via a PKS-NRPS hybrid biosynthetic pathway. Structurally related to cytochalasins, it disrupts actin polymerization and exhibits potent antifungal, antiparasitic, and antitumor activities. Genetic studies have shown that pathway-specific regulators and transporters strongly influence chaetoglobosin A biosynthesis and secretion. It contributes significantly to the biocontrol activity of Chaetomium strains against plant pathogens and has been investigated for agricultural and biomedical applications. Toxicological studies demonstrate cytotoxic effects consistent with actin-disrupting compounds.