Molecular Advances and Perspectives in Rheumatic 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: 25 October 2024 | Viewed by 365
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Recent advancements in molecular biology have significantly improved our understanding of rheumatic diseases, providing new perspectives on their diagnosis and treatment. This Special Issue aims to highlight the molecular mechanisms underlying rheumatic diseases and explore novel therapeutic approaches.
Rheumatic diseases encompass a wide range of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues. The complexity of these diseases requires a multidisciplinary approach to uncover the molecular pathways involved and to develop targeted therapies.
This Special Issue will highlight the latest research on molecular advances in rheumatic diseases, covering various aspects such as genetic predisposition, molecular signaling pathways, immune system dysregulation, and innovative therapeutic strategies. We invite original research articles and reviews that contribute to generating a deeper understanding of the molecular basis of rheumatic diseases and present new perspectives for their management.
Research topics may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Molecular and cellular mechanisms in rheumatic disease pathogenesis, including genetic and epigenetic factors.
- Role of cytokines and other inflammatory mediators in rheumatic diseases.
- Advances in molecular diagnostics and biomarkers for early detection and monitoring of disease progression.
- Therapeutic applications of molecular biology, including biologics and small molecule inhibitors.
- Emerging molecular targets for drug development in rheumatic diseases.
- Impact of environmental and lifestyle factors on molecular mechanisms in rheumatic diseases.
Dr. Luciana Breda
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- rheumatic diseases
- molecular biology
- inflammatory pathways
- cytokines
- molecular diagnostics
- biologics
- drug development
- genetic factors
- epigenetics
- environmental influences
