Biological Foundations of Psychiatric Disorders
A special issue of Biology (ISSN 2079-7737). This special issue belongs to the section "Neuroscience".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 1085
Special Issue Editor
2. Department of Neurosciences, University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY 82071, USA
Interests: psychiatric disorders; molecular mechanisms; animal models; therapeutic discovery; genetic associations; sex differences; protocols; methods; behavioral studies; stress-related phenotypes
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The study of psychiatric disorders requires a multidisciplinary approach, drawing from molecular genetics, neurobiology, cellular biology, and behavioral science. New tools, including genome-wide association studies, single-cell RNA sequencing, and animal models, are enabling detailed insights into the cellular and molecular bases of these complex conditions. These approaches are crucial for identifying biomarkers, uncovering sex-specific differences, and assessing novel therapeutic targets.
To support these advancements, we invite submissions for our Special Issue, "Biological Foundations of Psychiatric Disorders". We welcome original research, data/bioinformatics papers, hypotheses and opinions, reviews, protocols, and brief communications that deepen our understanding of psychiatric disorders from a molecular and cellular perspective. Topics of interest include the following:
- Genetic associations and genome-wide studies;
- Sex-specific molecular and cellular differences;
- Therapeutic discovery and innovative interventions;
- Development and application of animal models;
- Behavioral studies relevant to psychiatric conditions;
- Tools and techniques for psychiatric research.
By presenting diverse methodologies and research perspectives, this issue aims to advance our knowledge of psychiatric disorders and promote personalized interventions. We encourage submissions that leverage both traditional and cutting-edge approaches to explore these critical topics.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions about the scope or submission process. We look forward to your contributions and appreciate your sharing this call with colleagues.
Warm regards,
Dr. Rammohan Shukla
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- psychiatric disorders
- molecular mechanisms
- animal models
- therapeutic discovery
- genetic associations
- sex differences
- protocols
- methods
- behavioral studies
- stress-related phenotypes
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