The Role of Extracellular Vesicles in Disease and Therapeutic Applications
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2026 | Viewed by 996
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Extracellular vesicles (EVs) have emerged as critical mediators of intercellular communication, playing pivotal roles in various physiological and pathological processes. These membrane-bound nanoparticles, including exosomes, microvesicles, and apoptotic bodies, are involved in immune modulation, tissue regeneration, and disease progression. Notably, EVs have gained significant attention for their potential in disease diagnostics, therapeutics, and drug delivery applications. This Special Issue aims to explore the diverse functions of EVs in different diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, metabolic syndromes, and infectious diseases. We welcome original research articles and reviews that provide novel insights into EV biogenesis, cargo profiling, functional mechanisms, and their translational applications in clinical settings. Studies utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as single-vesicle analysis, multi-omics approaches, and engineered EVs for therapeutic interventions are highly encouraged.By gathering the latest advances in this rapidly evolving field, this Special Issue seeks to enhance our understanding of the intricate roles of EVs in health and disease, fostering innovative strategies for diagnosis and treatment. We invite researchers to contribute to this endeavor by submitting their high-quality studies.
Dr. Sunyoung Park
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- extracellular vesicles (EVs)
- disease biomarkers
- EV-based therapeutics
- cancer diagnosis
- drug delivery
- immune modulation
- regenerative medicine
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