Pathogenesis, Diagnosis and Treatment of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
A special issue of Current Issues in Molecular Biology (ISSN 1467-3045). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Medicine".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 49
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on recent scientific advancements related to the molecular mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of skin disorders and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). A deeper understanding of molecular pathways, including inflammatory signalling, immune system modulation, genetic susceptibility, and epigenetic modifications, has significantly enhanced our insights into the onset and progression of these diseases. The Special Issue will cover a variety of conditions, including dermatological disorders such as psoriasis, melanoma, vitiligo, and atopic dermatitis, as well as sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like human papillomavirus (HPV), herpes simplex virus (HSV), chlamydia, and syphilis. Innovative molecular diagnostic techniques have greatly improved disease detection and clinical outcomes. Advanced methods such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR), multiplex assays, next-generation sequencing (NGS), and biomarker profiling empower clinicians with accurate, rapid, and reliable diagnostic capabilities, facilitating early intervention and personalized patient care. Moreover, promising therapeutic advancements, such as molecularly targeted therapies, precision medicine strategies, immunotherapeutic interventions, and new approaches to combat drug resistance at molecular and cellular levels, have significant potential for enhancing clinical outcomes.
We invite original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and case studies that offer novel insights into molecular mechanisms, translational relevance, and therapeutic innovation in the context of dermatological and sexually transmitted conditions. Contributions should emphasize integrating molecular science with clinical application to advance diagnosis, treatment, and overall patient care.
This Special Issue is co-led by Dr. Iasonas Dermitzakis from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. We thank them for Dr. Iasonas Dermitzakis’s contribution and involvement in proposing, promoting, and developing the Special Issue.
Dr. Maria Eleni Manthou
Dr. Efstratios Vakirlis
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- pathogenesis
- diagnosis
- treatment
- dermatology
- STDs
- molecular
- immunology
- inflammation
- genomics
- precision
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