Metabolomics in Human Diseases and Health
A special issue of Metabolites (ISSN 2218-1989). This special issue belongs to the section "Advances in Metabolomics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2024 | Viewed by 1065
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Interests: diabetes; lipids; biomarkers; lipoproteins; obesity; microbiota; sepsis; antibiotics
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Interests: pharmacology; cardiac remodeling; cardiac regeneration; heart failure; sepsis; hypertension; atherogenesis
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Metabolomics is a rapidly evolving field dedicated to the comprehensive identification and analysis of small molecules or metabolites present in various biological samples, including cells, tissues, and bodily fluids. Unlike other ‘omics’ technologies, metabolomics offers a direct reflection of the metabolic activity and status of cells and tissue, making it a promising tool for understanding molecular phenotypes. This field employs both untargeted and targeted approaches, with mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy being the primary analytical techniques. In the context of human health, metabolomics plays a pivotal role in identifying metabolic patterns associated with various diseases such as cancer, diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders.
These unique signatures can serve as diagnostic markers, facilitating early disease detection, monitoring disease progression, and guiding personalized treatment strategies. Furthermore, metabolomics contributes to a deeper understanding of disease mechanisms, paving the way for the development of novel therapeutic interventions and precision-targeted treatments. It therefore holds significant potential for advancing our understanding of human diseases and improving patient care outcomes, offering valuable insights into diagnosis and prognosis.
The aim of this Special Issue, titled "Metabolomics in Human Diseases and Health", is to provide an in-depth overview of the field, focusing on the aspects mentioned above. We welcome original research and review articles that explore these themes and contribute to the advancement of metabolomics in human health.
Dr. Dimitris Kounatidis
Dr. Iordanis Mourouzis
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- metabolomics
- NAFLD
- biomarkers
- obesity
- mass spectrometry
- NMR spectroscopy
- diabetes mellitus
- cancer
- cardiovascular diseases
- neurodegenerative diseases
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