Tissues and Organs
A section of Cells (ISSN 2073-4409).
Section Information
The Section Tissues and Organs is devoted to original research on the organization of cells, subcellular and extracellular components at all levels, including the grouping and interrelations of cells in tissues and organs. The section is also interested in the application of cells and matrices for the formation of more complex organs and tissues, including microphysiologic systems or organ-on-a-chip technologies. We also welcome research on the lab-based generation of functional tissue or organs for transplant. We welcome manuscripts, including original research, review articles, communications, and technical notes, which encompass one or more of the topics described above. We welcome studies that link cells, matrices, cell biology, and assessment of physiologic function. We are also interested in systems modeling studies that are based on original datasets.
Relevant research topics include but are not limited to the following:
- Stem cells;
- Organ-on-a-chip (microphysiological systems);
- Matrix and matrix generation;
- Tissue engineering;
- 3D printing of matrices for tissue engineering;
- Microenvironment and microenvironmental changes in tissue matrices;
- Solid organ generation;
- Histopathology;
- Regeneration;
- Genomics and genetics of these topics.
Editorial Board
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Advances in Muscle Research in Health and Disease—2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Modelling Tissue Microenvironments in Development and Disease (Deadline: 10 June 2025)
- Recent Advances in Regenerative Dentistry—Second Edition (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Molecular Mechanism of Liver Transplantation (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Cellular Signaling and Therapeutic Approaches of Pulmonary Fibrosis (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Organoids as an Experimental Tool (Deadline: 10 July 2025)
- Lung Development: Challenges and Opportunities (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Skeletal Muscle: Structure, Physiology and Diseases (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Adipose Tissue Functioning in Health and Diseases (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Role of Mitochondrial Metabolism in Kidney Disease (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Advances in Understanding Skeletal Muscle Metabolism and Regeneration: From Mechanisms to Therapeutics (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- The Roles of the Extracellular Matrix in Cardiac Structure and Function: A Commemorative Issue in Honor of Dr. Thomas K. Borg (Deadline: 20 August 2025)
- Increasing Incidence of Retinal Disorders: Addressing Preclinical Studies with Appropriate Animal Models and Advanced Methodologies (Deadline: 20 August 2025)
- Cell Therapeutics for Corneal Diseases (Deadline: 20 August 2025)
- Immunology in Lung Diseases (Deadline: 20 August 2025)
- Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms Underlying the Pathogenesis of Hepatic Fibrosis III (Deadline: 31 August 2025)
- Impact of Hyponatremia on Cancer Progression and Organ Function: Insights from Murine Models (Deadline: 31 August 2025)
- The Placental Matrix: Trophoblasts, Decidualization, and Embryo Implantation (Deadline: 20 September 2025)
- Retinal Pigmented Epithelium (RPE) and the Choroid: Players and Partners for Vision (Deadline: 25 September 2025)
- Effective Embryo Maternal Interaction Support Favorable Pregnancy Outcome (Deadline: 25 September 2025)
- Spatial Biology: Decoding Cellular Complexity in Tissues (Deadline: 30 September 2025)
- From Fat to Flame: Targeting Adipose Tissue in Chronic Inflammation and Exploring Therapeutic Strategies (Deadline: 30 September 2025)
- Cell Therapy for Retinal Diseases (Deadline: 20 October 2025)
- Regenerating Poorly Vascularized Tissues (Deadline: 25 October 2025)
- Molecular Anatomy and Function of Sensory Organs and Sensory Tissues (Deadline: 25 October 2025)
- Advances in Cell-Based Studies and Therapeutic Approaches for Tissue Regeneration (Deadline: 31 October 2025)
- Cell and Tissue Engineering for Functional Analysis (2nd Edition) (Deadline: 31 October 2025)
- Second Edition of Advances in Adipose Tissue Biology (Deadline: 20 November 2025)
- Acute Liver Failure: Molecular Actors in Liver–Adipose Tissue Interplay (Deadline: 20 November 2025)
- Diabetes-Induced Organ Damage: Cellular Mechanisms and Therapeutic Opportunities (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury: Mechanisms and New Directions in Cardioprotection (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- ROS in Atherosclerosis and Cardiometabolic Disorders (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Hepatobiliary Diseases (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms of Drug Delivery in Ophthalmology (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- Emerging Cell Therapies and Regenerative Approaches in Pulmonary Medicine (Deadline: 30 November 2025)
- Organ and Tissue Fibrosis: Molecular Signals and Cellular Mechanisms—Second Edition (Deadline: 15 December 2025)
- Kidney Injury Biomarkers: From Early Detection to Transition to Chronic Kidney Disease (Deadline: 25 December 2025)
- Fertility Disorders in Testes and Ovaries (Deadline: 30 December 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms Involved in Musculoskeletal and Other Tissue Injuries and Disruptions—Regenerative Potential of Exercise (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Organ Regeneration: Cells, Organoids and Organs (Deadline: 15 January 2026)
- New Advances in Tissue Engineering and Regeneration (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Kidney Disease: The Role of Cellular Mechanisms in Renal Pathology (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Osteoporosis Treatment: Targeting Osteoclast and Osteoblast Function with microRNA Therapeutics (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Retinal Pigment Epithelium Dysfunction in Retinal Disorders: Pathophysiology and Therapeutic Strategies (Deadline: 15 March 2026)
- Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Cardiomyopathy (Deadline: 30 March 2026)
Topical Collections
Following topical collections within this section are currently open for submissions:
