Molecular Insights into Neurodegenerative Diseases

Dear Colleagues,

Neurodegenerative disorders/diseases is an umbrella term that refers to diseases of the nervous system. The main components of the nervous system are neurons and neuroglial cells. The functioning of these cells is paramount to the existence of life. Stress, toxins, lifestyle, environmental factors and genetics are a few of the numerous factors that can influence the cellular and molecular functioning of neurons and neuroglia. Recent advances in the fields of molecular biology, genomics and proteomics have provided significant insight into the functioning of the nervous system. Advances in technologies that garner information from the fields of bioinformatics and next generation and whole genome sequencing have added invaluable support in identifying ‘culprit’ genes and proteins. Using this information, scientists and clinicians have ventured into areas previously deemed ‘fiction’.

In this Topical Collection, we aim to draw together research from experts in the field that highlight discoveries of novel molecular underpinnings of neurodegenerative diseases. These discoveries could lead to the identification of therapeutic agents and strategies and identify future directions that will lead to discoveries and therapies for neurological disorders. 

Dr. Damian Holsinger
Collection Editor

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