Recent Molecular Research in Colitis
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: 20 October 2026 | Viewed by 1632
Editors
Interests: aquaporins; neurological biomarkers; NMO; blood–brain barrier; gut–brain axis
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Dear Colleagues,
Colitis, a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), is a chronic condition causing intestinal inflammation and significant health burdens. Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain, and systemic complications, severely affecting patients' quality of life. Despite ongoing research, key molecular mechanisms remain unclear, highlighting the need for further investigation. The gut-brain axis plays a crucial role in colitis pathophysiology, linking intestinal inflammation with neurological and psychological symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and cognitive dysfunction. Factors like dysbiosis, increased intestinal permeability, and immune dysregulation contribute to both gastrointestinal and extraintestinal manifestations. Understanding these interactions could lead to novel therapeutic strategies targeting not only intestinal inflammation but also systemic effects. Advancing knowledge in this area is essential for improving treatment outcomes and patient well-being.
Prof. Dr. Pablo García-Miranda
Prof. Dr. María Vázquez-Carretero
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- colitis
- inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- gut-brain axis
- intestinal barrier
- molecular mechanisms
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