Molecular Research in Aggressive Behavior
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: 13 June 2025 | Viewed by 1563
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We invite submissions for inclusion in our Special Issue of the International Journal of Molecular Sciences on the topic of “Molecular Research in Aggressive Behavior”. This Special Issue will bring together cutting-edge research from molecular research fields to enhance our understanding of aggressive behaviour in the context of mental disorders.
Aggressive behaviour is a complex and multifaceted behavioural syndrome that can significantly impact individuals suffering from psychiatric disorders. It often exacerbates the severity of the condition, complicates treatment approaches, and diminishes quality of life for patients and their families. Understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying aggression and translating these findings into clinical practice is crucial for developing effective interventions and improving patient outcomes.
We encourage the submission of original research articles, reviews, and short communications that address various aspects of the molecular basis of aggression in mental disorders. Since IJMS is a journal of molecular science, purely clinical studies will not be suitable. However, clinical or pure model submissions with biomolecular experiments are welcome. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Aggressive behaviour and its neuropsychiatric manifestations;
- Molecular mechanisms and pathways involved in aggression;
- Novel therapeutic approaches targeting aggression in mental disorders.
Dr. Flavia Venetucci Gouveia
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- aggressive behaviour
- molecular mechanisms
- agitation
- mental disorders
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