The Role of Trace Elements in Nutrition and Health, 2nd Edition
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Bioactives and Nutraceuticals".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 45
Special Issue Editor
Interests: minerals; iron metabolism; iron homeostasis; zinc metabolism; zinc homeostasis; antioxidants; oxidative stress; animal nutrition
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Trace elements such as iron, zinc, and selenium play vital roles in the physiological processes of humans and animals, including their metabolism, development, and immunity. Trace element intake is essential for maintaining health, with the required levels differing between populations and life stages; for example, pregnant women, infants, elderly people, people with chronic illnesses, and newborn piglets all require different levels of trace elements in their diets. Although trace elements have been studied for many years, they are not fully understood. This Special Issue will focus on the biological functions of trace elements, the mechanisms of their absorption and metabolism, and their recommended intakes; health problems caused by deficiencies or the excessive intake of trace elements; and the development and application of novel trace elements.
We welcome multidisciplinary, high-quality original research papers and reviews from across the globe on a wide range of species, including both basic and applied research, as well as experimental data at the in vivo, molecular, immunological, and cellular levels. This Special Issue aims to provide readers with more comprehensive information on this topic to promote the application and development of trace elements in nutrition and health.
Prof. Dr. Jie Feng
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- trace elements
- nutrition
- health
- function
- disease
- metabolism
- homeostasis
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