New Advances in Neuroscience: Molecular Biological Insights
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Neurobiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2025 | Viewed by 61
Special Issue Editor
Interests: epigenetics (including miRNA and lncRNAs); autophagy; mitochondrial dysfunction (mitophagy); neuroinflammation; HIV and drug abuse; inflammasomes; Nrf2/Keap1 signaling; inflammaging; glial activation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, titled “New Advances in Neuroscience: Molecular Biological Insights”, is dedicated to presenting the most recent breakthroughs and emerging trends in the field of neuroscience, with a particular focus on molecular-level discoveries. This issue features contributions from leading researchers around the globe, covering a broad spectrum of topics, including neurobiology, neuroimaging, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Huntington’s disease. Additionally, it delves into neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and dyslexia, emphasizing the complex interplay of biological, genetic, and environmental factors that contribute to these conditions.
A central theme of this issue is the in-depth exploration of the molecular mechanisms underlying neurological disorders. This includes a focus on identifying genetic risk factors, disease biomarkers, and potential therapeutic targets. This issue also highlights significant advances in neuropharmacology and therapeutics, featuring research on novel medications, innovative drug delivery systems, and cutting-edge therapeutic approaches such as gene therapy, stem cell therapy, and deep brain stimulation.
Furthermore, this Special Issue addresses crucial intersections between neuroscience and public health, particularly in areas such as NeuroHIV, drug abuse, and the epigenetic factors influencing neurodegenerative diseases. It includes research on the molecular pathways disrupted by HIV in the brain, the neurobiological consequences of substance abuse, and the role of epigenetics in the progression and treatment of neurological disorders.
In addition, this issue presents pioneering studies on the role of exosomes in neural communication and disease progression, as well as the potential of targeting inflammasomes as a novel therapeutic approach in neuroinflammatory conditions. By integrating these diverse yet interconnected areas of research, this Special Issue aims to foster collaboration, inspire future research, and deepen our understanding of the intricate molecular processes that govern brain function and dysfunction. We invite contributions from researchers working in these critical areas of neuroscience.
Dr. Palsamy Periyasamy
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- neurodegenerative diseases
- neurodevelopmental disorders
- neurohiv
- drug abuse
- neuropharmacology
- epigenetics
- exosomes
- inflammasomes
- biomarkers
- gene therapy
- stem cell therapy
- deep brain stimulation
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Parkinson’s disease
- Huntington’s disease
- autism spectrum disorder
- ADHD
- dyslexia
- neuroinflammation
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