Molecular Biology of Human Reproduction
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 813
Special Issue Editor
Interests: human molecular biology; reproductive medicine; human reproduction; embryology; andrology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue invites submissions that explore the molecular mechanisms of human reproduction. Recent advances in genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and imaging technologies have revolutionized our understanding of reproductive biology, allowing us to gain a deeper understanding of the cellular and molecular processes of gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation, and early embryonic development. These discoveries hold promise for addressing key challenges in reproductive health, including infertility, miscarriage, and congenital diseases.
This issue aims to compile high-quality studies and reviews on the basic molecular mechanisms of human reproductive function. We particularly welcome submissions on the regulation of gene expression in germ cells and embryos, the molecular regulation of meiosis, oocyte maturation and sperm function, epigenetic programming in early development, and signaling pathways in implantation and placenta formation. Studies using model systems are welcome, provided their relevance to human reproduction can be clearly demonstrated.
We also encourage interdisciplinary research that combines molecular biology with clinical research in reproductive medicine, including studies on the molecular basis of reproductive diseases such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and unexplained infertility. We also particularly welcome submissions focusing on novel diagnostic biomarkers or therapeutic targets.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive resource for researchers and clinicians, promote interdisciplinary dialog, and support translational applications to improve reproductive outcomes. We welcome your contributions to advance the molecular science of human reproduction.
Dr. Houda Amor
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- human reproduction
- genomics
- transcriptomics
- proteomics
- imaging technologies
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