Mitochondrial Genomes 2025: Unraveling the Threads of Evolution and Function

Dear Colleagues,

Mitochondrial genomes (mitogenomes) hold the key to understanding the evolution, adaptation, and physiological functions of organisms. We invite researchers to contribute to this Special Issue, which aims to showcase the latest breakthroughs in mitogenome research. We welcome studies on mitogenome diversity, gene expression regulation, and their roles in diseases, development, and environmental responses.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Comparative mitogenomics across diverse taxa, elucidating phylogenetic relationships and evolutionary mechanisms.
2. The impact of mitogenome mutations on human health, including mitochondrial diseases and complex disorders.
3. Epigenetic and post-transcriptional regulation of mitogenome expression.
4. Mitogenome–nuclear genome interactions and their implications for cellular function.
5. Mitogenome dynamics in response to environmental stressors and their role in adaptation.

We encourage submissions of original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and short communications. Together, let us deepen our understanding of the fascinating world of mitogenomes in 2025.

Dr. Hongyi Liu
Guest Editor

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