Molecular Insights into Ophthalmic 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: 27 April 2026 | Viewed by 918
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Dear Colleagues,
Ophthalmic diseases such as cataract, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy represent a growing global health challenge and are driven by multifactorial molecular mechanisms. Beyond environmental and lifestyle-related factors, the onset and progression of ophthalmic diseases are influenced by complex interactions between genetic predisposition, metabolic dysregulation, oxidative stress, immune responses, and age-related molecular changes. Understanding these pathways is essential for discovering novel biomarkers, therapeutic targets, and strategies for early intervention.
This Special Issue welcomes original research articles and comprehensive reviews that explore the full spectrum of molecular processes underlying ocular diseases. Submissions may address, but are not limited to, the following topics:
- Molecular pathophysiology of retinal, corneal, lens, and optic nerve disorders.
- Genetic and epigenetic factors, including gene regulation, mutations, and gene–environment interactions.
- Cellular mechanisms such as oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, inflammation, apoptosis, and autophagy.
- Biomarker discovery and molecular diagnostics for early detection and disease monitoring.
- Innovative therapeutic strategies, including targeted drugs, gene therapy, regenerative medicine, and nutraceuticals.
- Advanced technologies such as omics approaches, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, and molecular imaging in ophthalmic research.
By integrating insights across environmental, genetic, and molecular domains, this Special Issue aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of ophthalmic diseases and promote translational advances that improve diagnosis, prevention, and treatment.
Dr. Alicja Forma
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- environmental hazards
- ophthalmic diseases
- molecular mechanisms
- risk factors
- disease prevention
- oxidative stress
- biomarkers
- therapeutic targets
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