Advances in Molecular and Genetic Biomarkers in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma

A special issue of Cancers (ISSN 2072-6694). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Cancer Biology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 24 June 2025 | Viewed by 33

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Department of Medical and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
Interests: molecular biology; genetics; epigenetics, head and neck cancers
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1. Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
2. Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poznan, Poland
Interests: head and neck cancer; biomarkers; miRNA; cell biology; cellular senescence; animal physiology; insulin signaling; aging; molecular biology; metabolism

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC) remains a significant oncological challenge due to its heterogeneity and complex molecular landscape. While research has identified diverse subtypes and neoplastic pathways in HNSCC, there's a critical need for specific and translatable molecular biomarkers for screening and diagnosis.

Recent advancements in analyzing DNA, RNA, and proteins offer unprecedented insights into HNSCC's molecular underpinnings. Identifying novel biomarkers associated with cancer development and progression is crucial for early detection and improved patient outcomes.

This special issue delves into the latest advancements in molecular and genetic biomarkers for HNSCC. We welcome high-quality original research and reviews focusing on multi-omics approaches (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics) to unravel the fundamental mechanisms of HNSCC carcinogenesis,  specially that explore novel biomarkers for early detection, risk stratification, and potential therapeutic targets.

By fostering research in these areas, this special issue aims to improve our understanding of HNSCC and pave the way for more precise diagnosis, risk assessment, and targeted therapies.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. Joanna Katarzyna Strzelczyk
Prof. Dr. Michal Masternak
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Keywords

  • head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC)
  • molecular biomarkers
  • genetic biomarkers
  • multi-omics approaches
  • HNSCC carcinogenesis
  • prognostic biomarkers
  • translational medicine
  • molecular pathology

Published Papers

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