Biochemistry
A section of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067).
Section Information
This section of the International Journal of Molecular Sciences (IJMS) aims to rapidly publish contributions on all aspects of biochemistry. We encourage the submission of manuscripts that provide novel and mechanistic insights and papers that report significant advances in the fields. Topics include, but are not limited to:
- the molecular basis of biological processes
- functional and mechanistic studies of molecular pathways in vivo and in vitro
- gene and protein structure and expression
- protein biosynthesis
- the folding of biomolecules
- structural biology
- membrane function and post-translational modification
- drugs and pharmaceutics
- advances in biochemical, biophysical, and molecular methodologies, as well as imaging techniques and data analysis
Keywords
biochemistry; biochemical processes; biotechnology; genetics; genomics; proteomics; nucleic acid; RNA decay; DNA structure; DNA replication; DNA damage and repair; RNA structure; RNA processing, splicing and polyadenylation; transcription; non-coding RNAs; RNA folding; DNA folding; translation; gene expression and regulation; post-translational modifications; amino acid; proteins; enzymes; protein synthesis; protein folding, processing and degradation; membrane proteins; biomolecular interactions; biomarkers; cell–cell interactions; stem cells; apoptosis; cellular and molecular cross-talks; cell motility; structure biology; chromatin structural and function; chromosome; drugs; membrane transport; signal transduction; signaling networks; microscopy; data analysis; nano-biology
Editorial Board
Topical Advisory Panel
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- The Characterization and Application of Enzymes in Bioprocesses (Deadline: 30 December 2025)
- Electromagnetic Field Interactions with Biomolecules (Deadline: 30 December 2025)
- Emerging Trends in Enzymology (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Chelating Ligands in Therapeutics: Recent Advances and Future Directions (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- The Role of Lipids in Health and Diseases (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Protein-Targeted Therapeutics: Functional Modulation in Disease Pathways (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Microtubule Cytoskeleton, Motor Proteins, and Other Cytoskeleton-Associated Proteins (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- New Insights into Antimicrobial Peptides with Anticancer Activity (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- From Microbes to Humans: Unveiling the Dynamic World of Carbonic Anhydrases (CAs) (Deadline: 10 January 2026)
- Advances and Applications in Molecular Enzymology (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Lipid Peroxidation and Protein Carbonylation in Human Diseases (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- The Impact of High-Value Compounds from Agri-Food and Waste Sources on Cellular Metabolism (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Melanin and Other Pigments: Function, Synthesis and Characterization (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Reaction Kinetics in Bioinorganic Systems (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Lipid Droplet–Mitochondria Interactions in Health and Disease (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Based Therapy: Cell Therapy vs. EV Therapy (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Synthesis and Application of Organic Antibacterial Agents (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Molecular Studies of Natural Compounds and Plant Extracts—3rd Edition (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Advances in Sepsis: Molecular and Biochemical Perspectives (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Phytochemicals: Mechanisms and Applications in Cancer Prevention and Therapy (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Green Chemistry Biocatalysis—Advances in the Use of Sustainable Solvents for Biocatalytic Processes (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Molecular Paradigm Iconoclasm (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Cell Membrane Electroporation and Electroosmosis Mechanisms (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Latest Research in Photocatalysis (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Advances in Mass Spectrometry-Based Proteomics: From Biomarker Discovery to Translational Applications (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Synthetic RNA Biology: Designing Function Through Structure (Deadline: 20 January 2026)
- Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Disease: Mechanisms, Biomarkers and Emerging Therapies (Deadline: 25 January 2026)
- Microbial Enzymes for Biotechnological Applications: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- The Biogenesis, Structure, Function and Division of Plastids (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- Food Science and Molecular Nutrition (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- Programmed Cell Death and Oxidative Stress: 3rd Edition (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- Protease and Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors: 3rd Edition (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- Advances in Burn Wound Healing and Skin Regeneration: Innovations and Insights (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- Molecular Innovations in Synthetic Organic Chemistry (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- New Insights into Hyaluronan in Human Medicine (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- Plasma-Based Technologies for Food Safety and Health Enhancement (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- New Research Perspectives in Protein Glycosylation (Deadline: 30 January 2026)
- Functional Roles of Epithelial and Endothelial Cells (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Synthesis, Biosynthesis and Implications of Chalcones (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Novel Mechanisms of Receptor Activation (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Advances in Research of Estrogen Receptors in Health and Diseases (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Angiogenin: From Molecular Mechanisms to Clinical Implications (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Novel Heterocyclic Bioactive Compounds: Design, Synthesis and Biological Evaluation (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Fine-Tuning Proteostasis: Insights into Ubiquitination and Deubiquitination Pathways (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Molecular Research in Protein–Ligand Interactions (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Roles of Lipid Rafts in the Regulation of Cellular Processes and Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- The Interplay Between Cellular Stress and Human Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- The Diversity of Life: Light to Heavy Metal Coordination Compounds of Biological Relevance (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) and Metal Ions in Biological Systems (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Synthesis and Transformations of Bioactive Cyclic Imides (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Circulating Non-Coding RNAs as Diagnostic and Prognostic Markers of Human Diseases: 3rd Edition (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Heterocyclic Compounds: Synthesis, Design, and Biological Activity (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Stem Cells Research: Advancing Science and Medicine (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Molecular Regulation and Mechanisms of Nitric Oxide in Endothelial Cells and Beyond (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- The Neuro and Immune Mechanisms Behind Cannabinoids Effects (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Advanced Research on Enzymes in Biocatalysis (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Biosensors: Emerging Technologies and Real-Time Monitoring (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Bioactive Lipid Metabolites in Age-Related Comorbidities: From Mechanisms to Therapeutics (Deadline: 20 February 2026)
- Endothelial Cells in Vascular Health and Immunity (Deadline: 25 February 2026)
- Advances in Cell Signaling Pathways and Signal Transduction (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Blood Cells in Human Health and Disease (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- New Progress in Peptidic Protease Inhibitors (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Abnormal Production and Structure of Hemoglobin Molecules (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Schiff Bases and Their Metal Complexes: Structure, Synthesis, and Biological Application (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Interactions and Functions Between Peptides and Polysaccharides (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Molecular Handshakes: Engineering Protein–Ligand Interfaces for Precision Drug Design (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Molecular Motor Mechanochemistry: Structure, Dynamics, and Function (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Design and Application of Biocatalysts: Emerging Advances and Innovations in Enzyme Immobilization and Technologies (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Oxidative-Stress in Human Health and Diseases (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Genetic and Epigenetic Insights into Extracellular Vesicles (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- The Serum Amyloid A (SAA) Family: (Patho)Physiological Functions in (Non)Mammalian Systems (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Signalling Pathways in Metabolic Diseases and Cancers (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Exploring Organic Compounds in Photodynamic Therapy: Synthesis, Mechanism of Action and Biological Potential (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Recent Research of Protein Structure Prediction and Design (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Extracellular Vesicles: From Molecular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Applications (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Cancer Biomarkers and Metabolic Vulnerabilities (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Blueprints of Enzymatic Function and Structure in Biocatalysis (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Mitochondrial Metabolism Alterations in Health and Disease: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- The Role of Lipids in Human Health (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Recent Advances in Chromatin Structure and Dynamics (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Green Chemical Pesticide Design, Synthesis and Evaluation (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Peptide and Protein Metalation (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Advances in Surfactant Systems: Thermodynamics, Molecular Interactions, and Applications (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Flexible Sensors for Biomedical Application (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Proteases and Their Inhibitors (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Advances in Enzyme Inhibitors: Mechanisms, Applications, and Future Perspectives (Deadline: 30 March 2026)
- Nitrogen-Containing Heterocycles and Their Biological Applications (Deadline: 30 March 2026)
- Updates on Metal Ions and Related Complexes in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (Deadline: 30 March 2026)
- Ion Transporters and Channels (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Ferroptosis, ROS and Cell Death Cytomodulator Compounds (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Advances in Understanding the Molecular Basis of Antimicrobial Properties in Natural Products, Functional Additives, and Food-Derived Compounds (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Advances in Glycoproteomics—Developments in Methodology and Biological Applications (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Exploring the Dynamic Interaction Between Large-Pore Channels: Latest Insights (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Molecular Insights into Photocatalytic Degradation and Biomass Valorization for Green Chemistry Applications (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Dynamics of Fascia: Cellular, Molecular, and Biochemical Mechanisms (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Metal Complexes: From Structural Characterization to Pharmacological Effects (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Editorial Board Members’ Collection Series: “Selenium and Sulfur Chemistry” (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Advances in the Purinergic System (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Application of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography in Drug Monitoring (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- False-Positive and False-Negative Laboratory Biomarkers (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- New Insights into Ubiquitination and Deubiquitination in Plants (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Selected Papers from the 13th International Conference on Carbonic Anhydrases and Other Research (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Selected Papers from the 1st RNA and RNase International Meeting and Related Research (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Applications of Mass Spectrometry in the Analysis of Bioactive and Plant Organic Compounds (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- The Role of Protein Kinase in Health and Diseases (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Antioxidants: The Molecular Guardians Against Oxidative Stress (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Heat Shock Proteins (HSPs): Biological Functions and Mechanisms of Actions (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Membrane Channels in Intercellular Communication (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Serum Amyloid A: Established Roles and Emerging Questions in Health and Disease (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Biochemical Advancements in Filler Technology and Their Impact on Tissue Engineering (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Collagen and Its Derivatives in Tissue Engineering (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Current Molecular Advances in Apoptosis (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Current Trends in Redox Physiology Research (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Trace Elements, Metals and Bioactive Compounds: Homeostasis and Metabolic Impairment (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Pleiotropic NME Proteins: Nucleoside Diphosphate Kinases and Histidine-Protein Kinases (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Advances in Metalloproteinase, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Recent Research on Natural Compounds: Biosynthesis, Analysis, and Application (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Focus on Heterocyclic Compounds and Their Various Applications (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Molecular Research in Hepatic Amino Acid Catabolism (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Peptides in Healthcare and Beyond: Emerging Roles in Skincare, Nutrition, Medicine, and Animal Health (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Mitochondrial Signaling Pathways in Inflammation and Diseases (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Next-Generation Antimicrobials and Anticancer Agents: From Natural to Synthetic Compounds (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- The Impact of Oxidative Stress on Male and Female Germ Cells: From Redox Biology to Photon Emission (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Current Research on Autophagy in Aging and Age Related Diseases (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- 102nd Anniversary of Neurotransmitter Discovery: Cholinergic Pathways in Physiology and Pathophysiology (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- The Role of Iodinated Compounds and Molecular Iodine in Human Disease (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- The Impact of Mitochondria on Human Disease and Health (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Peptides and Peptidomimetics for Targeting Protein-Protein Interactions (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Ceramides and Ceramide Kinase (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Intrinsically Disordered Proteins (IDPs): From Structure to Mechanism and Function (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Advances in Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress and Apoptosis—Second Edition (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Emerging Biomaterials for Cartilage Regeneration (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Advanced Research in Antioxidant Activity (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Molecular Insights into Antimicrobial Agents: Mechanisms and Applications (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Calcium Homeostasis of Cells in Health and Disease: Third Edition (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Heterocyclic Compounds: Molecular Modelling Studies and Pharmacological Investigation (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Antimicrobial and Antiviral Peptides: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Repair Mechanisms of Stem Cells (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Advances in Glyco-Based Anticancer Agents (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- G Protein-Coupled Receptor Signaling and Regulation, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 May 2026)
- Design and Application of Biocatalysts: Emerging Advances in Enzyme Technology (Deadline: 30 May 2026)
- Selected Papers from the 5th International Symposium on Frontiers in Molecular Science (ISFMS) (Deadline: 31 May 2026)
- Eosinophils: Function and Related Disorders (Deadline: 31 May 2026)
- Foodomics: Challenges and Opportunities for a Sustainable Future (Deadline: 31 May 2026)
- Post-Translational Modifications Regulating Transcription Factors Activity in Biology and Pathology (Deadline: 31 May 2026)
- Sphingolipids: Health and Disease (Deadline: 31 May 2026)
- ROS Signalling and Cell Turnover (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Oxidative Stress in Human Diseases (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Regulation of Brown Adipose Function (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Conversion and Valorization of Lignocellulosic Biomass (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Targeting Epigenetic Complexes and Alternative Protein Degradation Pathways in Medicinal Chemistry (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Exploring Recent Research on Natural Compounds: From Biosynthesis to Application (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Lectins: Structural Diversity, Molecular Recognition and Emerging Applications (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Sphingolipids in Infections, Disorders and Diseases (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Mitochondrial Function in Human Health and Disease: 3rd Edition (Deadline: 25 June 2026)
- Molecular Research on Inflammasome Signaling (Deadline: 30 June 2026)
- Molecular Insights into Bioactive Compounds from Agro-Industrial Waste Biomass (Deadline: 20 July 2026)
- Biomolecular Structure, Function and Interactions: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 July 2026)
- Evolving Landscape of Cardiovascular Pathophysiology (Deadline: 25 July 2026)
- Molecular Mechanisms of GPCR Signaling (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Advances in the Synthesis and Study of Novel Bioactive Molecules (Deadline: 20 August 2026)
- Molecular Research on Tea Flavor and Chemistry (Deadline: 29 September 2026)
Topical Collections
Following topical collections within this section are currently open for submissions:
