Genetic and Epigenetic Research on Kidney Diseases
A special issue of Biomedicines (ISSN 2227-9059). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Genetics and Genetic Diseases".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 March 2026 | Viewed by 23
Special Issue Editor
Interests: chronic kidney disease; acute kidney injury; single-cell transcriptome; spatial transcriptome; epigenetic; genome perturbation
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Dear Colleagues,
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and acute kidney injury (AKI) significantly impact global health, often resulting from complex interactions involving genetic predispositions and epigenetic modifications. Genetic factors contribute to variations in disease susceptibility, progression rates, and therapeutic responses. Epigenetic mechanisms, including DNA methylation, histone modifications, and non-coding RNAs, dynamically regulate gene expression in kidney cells and are crucial in kidney development, disease initiation, and progression.
Understanding the intricate relationship between genetics and epigenetics is vital for unraveling the pathophysiological processes underlying kidney diseases. Emerging evidence has implicated critical genes and pathways in various forms of kidney disease, offering potential targets for intervention. Additionally, epigenetic biomarkers have demonstrated promise for early detection, prognostication, and tailoring therapeutic strategies.
This Special Issue, titled “Genetic and Epigenetic Research on Kidney Diseases”, seeks high-quality submissions of original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and innovative methodologies. We invite contributions highlighting translational studies, novel biomarkers, and personalized medicine approaches, with the aim of fostering collaborative research and accelerating clinical advancements in nephrology.
Dr. Hailong Hu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- kidney disease
- genetics
- epigenetics
- DNA methylation
- non-coding RNAs
- precision medicine
- therapeutic target
- nephrology
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