Dear Colleagues,

The study of the biological pathways underlying the pathogenesis of respiratory diseases (such as COPD, lung cancer, lung fibrosis, and asthma, among others) is one of the most relevant fields for biomedical research in respiratory medicine. This Special Issue aims to focus on the most recent advances and molecular discoveries of the pathways and processes involved in lung pathogenesis, which could serve as a basis for the development of potential therapies and diagnostic tools, such as predictor biomarkers (specially microRNAs and other molecules that can be found in liquid and tissue biopsies). Original research, as well as review articles, are welcome in this Special Issue, although cutting-edge methodologies might also be considered. The spread of such advances will provide the basis and standards for further research and the development of new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

Dr. Amanda Iglesias
Guest Editor

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