Molecular Targets in Gastrointestinal Diseases
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Pathology, Diagnostics, and Therapeutics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2026 | Viewed by 3666
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, entitled “Molecular Targets in Gastrointestinal Diseases”, invites researchers to explore and submit their latest findings on the molecular underpinnings of gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. This Special Issue aims to highlight the critical molecular mechanisms and targets that drive the pathology of a wide range of GI conditions, including inflammatory diseases, carcinomas, metabolic disorders, and functional gastrointestinal disorders.
Understanding the molecular targets in GI diseases is crucial for the development of innovative therapeutic strategies. This includes the identification of key signaling pathways, genetic mutations, epigenetic modifications, and protein interactions that contribute to disease onset and progression. By elucidating these molecular mechanisms, researchers will be able to pave the way for targeted therapies that offer improved efficacy and reduced side effects compared to traditional treatments.
The scope of this Special Issue encompasses, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Novel molecular targets in GI cancers such as colorectal, gastric, and pancreatic cancer;
- Insights into the molecular basis of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis;
- Molecular pathways involved in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS);
- The role of microbiota and its metabolites in modulating GI disease states.
This Special Issue seeks to foster a deeper understanding of the molecular landscape of GI diseases and inspire novel approaches for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Join us in contributing to this pivotal collection, aiming to transform the landscape of gastrointestinal disease management through molecular insights.
Prof. Dr. Changwon Yang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- molecular pathways
- gastrointestinal cancers
- inflammatory bowel disease
- targeted therapies
- microbiota
- gene editing
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