Cutting-Edge Research in Exosomes and Extracellular Vesicles
A special issue of Biomedicines (ISSN 2227-9059). This special issue belongs to the section "Cell Biology and Pathology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 1138
Special Issue Editor
2.Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
Interests: mitochondria; neurodegeneration research; retinal gene therapy; exosomes; extracellular vesicles
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The field of exosomes and extracellular vesicles (EVs) has witnessed significant breakthroughs, highlighting their potential as drug delivery system and therapeutic applications. This Special Issue aims to consolidate cutting-edge research and comprehensive reviews that explore the latest advancements in exosome and EV biology, with a particular emphasis on their role as targeted drug delivery vehicles. We invite contributions that investigate the mechanisms of exosome biogenesis, innovative methodologies for EV isolation and characterization, and the molecular profiling of exosomal cargo, including proteins, lipids, RNAs, and metabolites.
This Special Issue will focus on the clinical applications of exosomes including their use in targeted drug delivery systems, cancer therapy, and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, and with a special interest in retinal diseases. Studies exploring the engineering of exosomes for enhanced delivery efficiency, biocompatibility, and specific targeting are particularly encouraged. Additionally, research on the use of exosomes as biomarkers for disease diagnostics and their potential in immune modulation and regenerative medicine will be featured.
By showcasing these pioneering studies, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current landscape and future directions in exosome and EV research. We seek to foster interdisciplinary collaborations and inspire novel approaches that will drive the field forward, ultimately translating these biological insights into clinical and therapeutic innovations.
Dr. Sushma Anand
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- drug delivery
- targeted therapy
- EV engineering
- cargo loading
- molecular profiling
- retinal degeneration
- neurodegenerative disease
- therapeutic application
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