The Role of Trace Elements in Diseases

Dear Colleagues,

The involvement of trace elements (TE) in the pathogenesis of multiple diseases is of particular interest due to the high prevalence of TE deficiency and overload. A significant importance of trace elements for human health is mediated by their role in the regulation of multiple vital functions including development, immunity, and metabolism. Numerous epidemiological studies demonstrated the predictive role of TE in the incidence of certain diseases, as well as the effectiveness of TE supplementation in their management. Consequently, maintaining the adequate mineral status of the population significantly reduces economic losses.

Recent developments highlight the potential of trace element application in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological, endocrinological, and oncological diseases, as well as diet-related diseases. Trace element-containing supplements are considered important agents in management of a number of infectious diseases, including COVID-19 and other seasonal infections.

This Special Issue of IJMS includes topics presented below:

- Pathophysiological and molecular mechanisms of trace elements in health and disease;

- Trace elements and oncology;

- Trace elements in neurodevelopmental and neurological diseases;

- Trace elements and metabolic syndrome;

- Trace elements and seasonal infections, COVID-19, SARS, MERS and pneumonia.

Dr. Alexey A. Tinkov
Dr. Anatoly Skalny
Guest Editors

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