Neuropharmacological Innovations in Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Neurobiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 801
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
One of the most urgent medical issues of our day is neurodegenerative disease, which causes a steady reduction in patients' quality of life and is a significant social burden. The Special Issue "Neuropharmacological Innovations in Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases" aims to publish new research and therapeutic advancements that offer new hope for patients affected by these debilitating conditions.
Papers are encouraged to examine innovative pharmacological strategies, such as creating new drug candidates, repurposing already-approved drugs, and combining therapies to enhance neurological function. Significant areas of focus include finding pharmacological treatments that alter pathologic pathways and elucidating the molecular and cellular processes causing neurodegeneration. Research on neuroprotective substances, substances that promote neurogenesis, and methods for re-establishing synaptic plasticity and functional recovery are also welcomed.
We are also seeking research that combines electrophysiological techniques, imaging, and biomarker discovery to assess medication effectiveness and promote early diagnosis. Further, novel uses of AI and machine learning to highlight medication effects and enhance individualised treatment plans are welcome. We look forward to your contributions.
Dr. Gabriela Cioca
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- neuropharmacology
- neurodegenerative disorders
- targeted drug delivery
- blood–brain barrier permeability
- synaptic modulation
- neuroprotective agents
- disease-modifying therapies
- molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration
- innovative drug targets
- translational neuroscience
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