Recent Advances in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Dear Colleagues,

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a disability in a child that results from alcohol exposure during the mother's pregnancy. FASD signs and symptoms may include any combination of physical defects, intellectual or cognitive disabilities, and difficulties functioning, interacting with others, and managing daily life. Alcohol exposure during pregnancy and its influence on offspring have been acknowledged for centuries, but only lately have we started to gain an understanding of the molecular mechanisms involved in FASD. The severity of FASD is influenced by the level of alcohol exposure, the developmental age, and the duration of the exposure (chronic vs. acute). In this regard, several studies in recent years have brought to light the critical role of different signaling receptors, epigenetic changes, and gene expression pathways in cognitive function. The aim of this Special Issue is to take stock of recent advancements and compare different molecular pathways and pharmacology strategies that can interact at both the cellular and behavioral levels.

We welcome both original basic or translation research papers and short communications presenting data that have a significant impact on our understanding of FASD. Also of interest are reviews that focus on molecular mechanisms involved in FASD or the impact of potential drugs that target behavioral outcomes.

Dr. Balapal S. Basavarajappa
Guest Editor

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