Microbiome and Immunology in Gynecologic Diseases
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Immunology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2025 | Viewed by 2020
Special Issue Editor
Interests: gynecology; obstetrics; reproductive; endocrinology; mullerian anomalies; PCOS; pediatric gynecology; high-risk pregnancy; adolescent gynecology; minimally invasive surgery
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The research featured in this Special Issue offers invaluable insights into the physiological functions, pathogenesis, and pathophysiology relevant to gynecological health and disease. We are particularly focused on the role the human the microbiome and immune system play in women’s health. Examples of topics of interest include the impact of the female reproductive microbiome on female reproductive function; infertility and gynecological cancers; as well as microbial infections and immune tolerance during pregnancy. Some immune cells in the maternal immune system, such as uterine natural killer cells (uNK), killer immunoglobulin-like receptors (KIR) and human leukocyte antigens (HLA), are also of interest.
The International Journal of Molecular Sciences (IJMS) provides a platform for scientists to disseminate their high-quality scientific findings in this emerging field of the intricate connections between the microbiome, immune system, and various gynecological entities. Researchers are encouraged to submit articles that incorporate biomolecular experiments or data, rather than purely clinical or model-based studies.
By exploring the biomolecular data and experimental evidence, scientists have the opportunity to unveil potential pathways and future therapeutic strategies.
By advancing scientific knowledge, this Special Issue of IJMS contributes to the investigation of pathways, accurate diagnosis, and development of novel therapeutic approaches to promote gynecological health.
Dr. Panagiotis Christopoulos
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- microbiome
- immunology
- gynecological diseases
- cancer
- PCOS
- hormones
- infertility
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