Cell Signaling in Cardiovascular Development, Homeostasis, and Disease Pathogenesis
A special issue of Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease (ISSN 2308-3425). This special issue belongs to the section "Cardiac Development and Regeneration".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2026 | Viewed by 27
Special Issue Editors
Interests: transforming growth factor; cardiovascular development; valve development; valvular heart disease; aortic aneurysm; aortic calcification
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Interests: heart development; congenital heart defects; gene regulation; cell–cell signaling
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Cell signaling pathways orchestrate every aspect of cardiovascular life—from embryonic heart formation to adult homeostasis and disease progression. This special issue seeks to illuminate the intricate networks of cell signaling that govern cardiovascular development, maintain homeostasis, and drive the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases. The cardiovascular system, with its dynamic interplay of cells, tissues, and molecular pathways, relies on finely tuned signaling mechanisms to orchestrate normal development, preserve physiological balance, and respond to stress or injury. Dysregulation of these pathways underlies a broad spectrum of cardiovascular disorders, from congenital defects to heart failure and vascular disease.
We invite original research articles, comprehensive reviews, case reports, and insightful perspectives that explore molecular signaling pathways, intercellular communication, and regulatory mechanisms in cardiovascular biology. Submissions highlighting translational insights, novel therapeutic targets, or innovative methodological and clinical approaches are particularly encouraged. This special issue aims to provide a definitive platform for advancing our understanding of cardiovascular signaling and fostering the development of clinical and interventional strategies to combat cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Mohamad Azhar
Dr. Irfan Kathiriya
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- cardiovascular disease
- cardiovascular development
- congenital heart defect
- atherosclerosis
- valvular heart disease
- cancer cardiac cachexia
- cardiomyopathy
- aortic aneurysm
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