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The International Day of University Sport is a UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) holiday celebrated every year on 20 September. Proposed by the International University Sports Federation (FISU) to UNESCO, it was officially proclaimed by the General Conference of UNESCO in 2015. The date was chosen because it coincides not only with the start of the university academic calendar but also with the launch of the first World Student Championships in 1924.

University sport has a very special place in the sporting world as a vector of human, social and civic values, fully integrated into the education of today’s and tomorrow’s citizens. By putting sport at the heart of dialogue between teachers and students, the International Day of University Sport aims to promote these values among young adults and, through them, to society as a whole.

In celebration of this day, we invite you to explore a curation of insightful articles, journals, and Special Issues across various fields, including clinical medicine, biomechanics, psychology, and therapeutic techniques. By sharing these findings, we hope to provide a forum to highlight the social role of universities and their curricula in making sport available to all and encouraging people to exercise regularly.

“Punching up the Fun: A Comparison of Enjoyment and In-Task Valance in Virtual Reality Boxing and Treadmill Running”
by Daniel R. Greene and Kathryn M. Rougeau
Psychol. Int. 2024, 6(4), 842-854; https://doi.org/10.3390/psycholint6040054

“Return to Sport Following Arthroscopic Management of Femoroacetabular Impingement: A Systematic Review”
by Ludovico Lucenti, Nicola Maffulli, Tommaso Bardazzi, Raoul Saggini, Michael Memminger, Francesco Simeone and Filippo Migliorini
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(17), 5219; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13175219

“An Umbrella Review of Body Image Concerns, Disordered Eating, and Eating Disorders in Elite Athletes”
by Scott J. Fatt, Emma George, Phillipa Hay, Nikki Jeacocke, Emily Gotkiewicz and Deborah Mitchison
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(14), 4171; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13144171

“Examining Intentions for Impact: Understanding What Influences the Planning of High-Level Team Sport Coaches”
by David Moran, Jamie Taylor and Áine MacNamara
Psychol. Int. 2024, 6(2), 531-549; https://doi.org/10.3390/psycholint6020032

“The Impact of Interaction between Body Posture and Movement Pattern Quality on Injuries in Amateur Athletes”
by Dawid Koźlenia and Katarzyna Kochan-Jacheć
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(5), 1456; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13051456

“Social Adaptability Skills Educational Session Within a Team Sport Context”
by Samuel Owiti and Denis Hauw
Psychol. Int. 2025, 7(1), 17; https://doi.org/10.3390/psycholint7010017

“Lower Limb Cross-Over Effects on Postural Control: Impact of Proximal and Distal Muscle Fatigue”
by Morteza Farivar, Sara Harris, Anton Agana and Adam C. King
Biomechanics 2024, 4(1), 50-62; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics4010004

“Effect of Resistance Exercise on Body Composition and Functional Capacity in Older Women with Sarcopenic Obesity—A Systematic Review with Narrative Synthesis”
by Wesam A. Debes, Munseef Sadaqa, Zsanett Németh, Ahmad Aldardour, Viktória Prémusz and Márta Hock
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(2), 441; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13020441

“Performance, Perceptual and Reaction Skills and Neuromuscular Control Indicators of High-Level Karate Athletes in the Execution of the Gyaku Tsuki Punch”
by Márcio Fagundes Goethel, João Paulo Vilas-Boas, Leandro Machado, Ulysses Fernandes Ervilha, Pedro Vieira Sarmet Moreira, Antonio Roberto Bendilatti, Joseph Hamill, Adalgiso Coscrato Cardozo and Mauro Gonçalves
Biomechanics 2023, 3(3), 415-424; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics3030034

“Long Jump Performance Is Not Related to Inter-Limb Asymmetry in Force Application in Isometric and Vertical Jump Tests”
by Vasiliki Chaitidou and Vassilios Panoutsakopoulos
Biomechanics 2023, 3(3), 389-400; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics3030032

“Shoulder Pain Biomechanics, Rehabilitation and Prevention in Wheelchair Basketball Players: A Narrative Review”
by Giacomo Farì, Francesca Latino, Francesco Tafuri, Laura Dell’Anna, Maria Vittoria Raele, Annatonia Fai, Carlo De Serio, Giorgia Intonti, Anna Lisa De Salvo, Vincenzo Ricci et al.
Biomechanics 2023, 3(3), 362-376; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics3030030

The Academic Editorial Board Meeting of Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383) was held at the ESC Congress 2025 on August 30. Eight members attended the meeting, which was hosted by the Section Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Gregory Y. H. Lip.

First of all, we sincerely thank the ESC Congress 2025 for establishing a professional platform for face-to-face interaction and communication between our members and scholars in the cardiovascular field, and for creating favorable conditions to promote the sharing of experience among these scholars.

During the congress, we also had a dedicated booth, where many scholars engaged in in-depth discussions with our team representatives.  We are pleased to share some photos of interactions with scholars at the booth.

At the start of the members’ meeting, we delivered an introduction covering the following topics: an introduction to MDPI, our key initiatives and their relevance to JCM, JCM’s publication statistics, the composition of its editorial board and author demographics, current trends in both general medicine and cardiology/cardiovascular medicine, and JCM’s outreach efforts. Subsequently, “how to improve the quality of JCM’s publications, enhance their influence, and expand their reach” became the core agenda, and all attending members conducted in-depth discussions on this topic. Below is the group photo of the meeting attendees.

Group photo of the members in attendance. From left to right: Ms. Isabel Nelson (MDPI); Dr. Tomasz Rechciński; Dr. Alexandros Papachristidis; Prof. Dr. Manuel Martínez-Sellés; Dr. Edoardo Conte; Dr. Viviana Maestrini; Dr. Mohammad Kassar; Dr. Muhammed Gerçek; Prof. Dr. Gregory Y. H. Lip; Dr. Amy Stainthorp (MDPI)

The following topics were covered in the discussion:

• Maintain rigorous peer review: Our goal is to publish high-quality papers, and members have offered several constructive suggestions regarding the specifics of the peer review process;
• Add new members: We need new members with a focus on specialized professionals in specific fields. This approach ensures the editorial board's knowledge structure comprehensively covers all research areas addressed by the journal, laying a solid foundation for the objectivity and expertise of peer review;
• Section optimization guidance: Members provided guidance on the division of the journal’s section, aiming to optimize the journal’s content structure and enhance the rationality of content organization;
• Members’ welfare: Positive suggestions regarding members’ welfare were proposed during the meeting;
• Interface optimization: Optimize the Susy user interface to enhance user experience and further improve work efficiency.

Attendee list information (in no particular order):

Finally, we sincerely thank all members for their active participation. We will continue to work together to ensure that high-quality academic achievements are disseminated and shared more effectively.

JCM will be at booth #7 at the upcoming 28th EVER Conference (EVER 2025), taking place from 9–11 October 2025. We look forward to seeing you there. For more details, please click on the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/about/announcements/13053.

Meanwhile, we thank our readers for their sustained attention to JCM and encourage you to explore our latest updates via this link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jcm/announcements.

The International Day for Interventional Cardiology is observed annually on 16 September. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the field of interventional cardiology and its role in treating heart diseases through minimally invasive procedures. It highlights advancements and achievements in the field, emphasizing the importance of cardiovascular health and innovative medical interventions.

In recognition of this important day, we recommend the following related articles, Special Issues, and journals spanning multidisciplinary fields, including clinical medicine. We believe that promoting such research contributes to enhanced public awareness and a greater understanding of cardiovascular diseases and procedures, related complications, prevention and care.

“Cellular and Molecular Bases for the Application of Polyphenols in the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease”
by Carlo Caiati and Emilio Jirillo
Diseases 2025, 13(7), 221; https://doi.org/10.3390/diseases13070221

“Comparative Analysis of Cardiovascular Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes Patients Engaging in Aerobic, Resistance, and Combined Training: A Systematic Review”
by Sayed Alireza Mousavi Zadeh, Giuseppe Caminiti, Maurizio Aracri, Massimo Pieri, Anna Paola Mitterhofer, Antonino De Lorenzo, Sergio Bernardini, Pasquale Farsetti, Maurizio Volterrani, Rosario Barone et al.
Diabetology 2025, 6(5), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/diabetology6050038

“Medical Therapy Versus Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients with Myocardial Bridging from a National Population-Based Cohort Study: The Use of Big Data Analytics”
by Chayakrit Krittanawong, Song Peng Ang, Fernando Alexis Padilla, Yusuf Kamran Qadeer, Zhen Wang, Nicola Gaibazzi, Samin K. Sharma, Carl J. Lavie, Hartzell V. Schaff and Ernst R. Schwarz
Cardiogenetics 2025, 15(2), 10; https://doi.org/10.3390/cardiogenetics15020010

“Computed Tomography Angiography Identified High-Risk Coronary Plaques: From Diagnosis to Prognosis and Future Management”
by Kyriakos Dimitriadis, Nikolaos Pyrpyris, Panagiotis Theofilis, Emmanouil Mantzouranis, Eirini Beneki, Panagiotis Kostakis, George Koutsopoulos, Konstantinos Aznaouridis, Konstantina Aggeli and Konstantinos Tsioufis
Diagnostics 2024, 14(15), 1671; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics14151671

“Emerging Transcatheter Therapies for Valvular Heart Disease: Focus on Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Procedures”
by Nikolaos Ktenopoulos, Odysseas Katsaros, Anastasios Apostolos, Maria Drakopoulou, Grigorios Tsigkas, Constantinos Tsioufis, Periklis Davlouros, Konstantinos Toutouzas and Antonios Karanasos
Life 2024, 14(7), 842; https://doi.org/10.3390/life14070842

“Zero-Fluoroscopy Catheter Ablation of Right Appendage Focal Atrial Tachycardia in a Pregnant Woman”
by Federica Troisi, Noemi Valenti, Federico Quadrini, Nicola Vitulano, Antonio Di Monaco, Imma Romanazzi, Rosa Caruso, Rocco Orfino and Massimo Grimaldi
Clin. Pract. 2024, 14(3), 946-953; https://doi.org/10.3390/clinpract14030075

“In-Stent Restenosis Overview: From Intravascular Imaging to Optimal Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Management”
by Neda Shafiabadi Hassani, Lucas Carlini Ogliari, Pedro Rafael Vieira de Oliveira Salerno, Gabriel Tensol Rodrigues Pereira, Marcelo Harada Ribeiro and Luis Augusto Palma Dallan
Medicina 2024, 60(4), 549; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina60040549

“The Application of Precision Medicine in Structural Heart Diseases: A Step towards the Future”
by Grigorios Chrysostomidis, Anastasios Apostolos, Amalia Papanikolaou, Konstantinos Konstantinou, Grigorios Tsigkas, Antigoni Koliopoulou and Themistokles Chamogeorgakis
J. Pers. Med. 2024, 14(4), 375; https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm14040375

“Different Mechanisms in Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy: Impact of BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutations”
by Hien C. Nguyen, Jefferson C. Frisbee and Krishna K. Singh
Hearts 2024, 5(1), 54-74; https://doi.org/10.3390/hearts5010005

“Translational Relevance of Advanced Age and Atherosclerosis in Preclinical Trials of Biotherapies for Peripheral Artery Disease”
by Keith A. Webster
Genes 2024, 15(1), 135; https://doi.org/10.3390/genes15010135

“A Refractory Electrical Storm after Acute Myocardial Infarction: The Role of Temporary Ventricular Overdrive Pacing as a Bridge to ICD Implantation”
by Mijo Meter and Josip Andelo Borovac
Pathophysiology 2024, 31(1), 44-51; https://doi.org/10.3390/pathophysiology31010004

“Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Current Status and Future Indications”
by Manish Vinayak, Pier Pasquale Leone, Richard Tanner, Vishal Dhulipala, Anton Camaj, Rakhee Rajendra Kumar Makhija, Amit Hooda, Annapoorna S. Kini, Samin K. Sharma and Sahil Khera
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(2), 373; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13020373

“Gender Disparities after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement with Newer Generation Transcatheter Heart Valves: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis”
by Angkawipa Trongtorsak, Sittinun Thangjui, Pabitra Adhikari, Biraj Shrestha, Jakrin Kewcharoen, Leenhapong Navaravong, Somsupha Kanjanauthai, Steve Attanasio and Hammad A. Saudye
Med. Sci. 2023, 11(2), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/medsci11020033

Conference: 3rd International Online Conference on Clinical Medicine (IOCCM 2025)
Time: 17–19 November 2025 (CET, Online)
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/IOCCM2025 

We cordially invite you to attend the above online conference organized by MDPI’s Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383, Impact Factor: 3.0). The conference will take place virtually from 17 to 19 November 2025, CET.

Conference Chairs:

• Prof. Dr. Emmanuel Andrès, Internal Medicine Department, University Hospital Strasbourg, France;
• Prof. Dr. Kent Doi, Department of Acute Care Medicine, University of Tokyo, Japan;
• Prof. Dr. Francisco Guillen-Grima, Department of Preventive Medicine, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, University of Navarra, Spain.

Topics of Interest:

S1. Cardiology & Cardiovascular Medicine;
S2. Nephrology & Urology;
S3. Emergency Medicine;
S4. Nuclear Medicine & Radiology;
S5. General Surgery;
S6. Clinical Rehabilitation;
S7. Pulmonology;
S8. Anesthesiology.

Important Dates:

Deadline for abstract submission: 1 September 2025;
Notification of acceptance: 30 September 2025;
Deadline for registration: 13 November 2025.

To submit your abstract, please click here.

To register for the conference, please click here.

For any inquiries regarding the event, please contact ioccm2025@mdpi.com.

We look forward to seeing you at the IOCCM 2025.

Conference: 38th Annual Congress of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine
Date: 4–8 October 2025
Location: Barcelona, Spain

We are pleased to announce that MDPI will participate in the 38th Annual Congress of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM25), to be held in Barcelona, Spain, from 4 to 8 October 2025.

One of the highlights of this year’s congress will be the continued focus on novel advances in theranostics. This rapidly evolving field continues to revolutionize our approach to diagnosis and treatment, offering unprecedented precision and personalized care for our patients. We have an exciting program lined up, featuring leading experts who will share their insights and latest research findings.

MDPI is excited to participate in this prestigious event! Representing the journal Diagnostics (ISSN: 2075-4418), Ms. Florina Maria Muresan and Ms. Lassie Shu will be present at the MDPI exhibition stand, where they will warmly welcome all scholars to stop by and engage in insightful discussions. This event presents a unique opportunity for participants to interact with leading experts in the field and explore potential collaborations. Do not miss the chance to visit our stand and exchange ideas with the MDPI editors and other delegates!

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the conference:

• Diagnostics;
• Diseases;
• Cancers;
• JCM;
• JPM;
• Medical Sciences;
• Tomography;
• Medicina;
• J. Imaging;
• Current Oncology;
• Uro.

If you are planning to attend the conference, please feel free to start a conversation with us. We invite all conference attendees to visit MDPI’s booth and meet with our esteemed Editorial Board Members.

For more information about the conference, please visit the following website: https://eanm25.eanm.org/.

We are delighted to announce that the Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383) has been ranked 11th under the subcategory “Health & Medical Sciences (general)” in the most recent 2025 Google Scholar Metrics, updated on 22 July 2025. The latest release covers articles published from 2020 to 2024 and includes citations from all articles that were indexed in Google Scholar as of July 2025. JCM’s achievement of ranking 11th marks an impressive 6-place improvement from its place at 17th 2023. In light of this remarkable breakthrough in ranking, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all editors, reviewers, authors, and readers of JCM. Thank you all for all your enduring support for the journal.

As of now, the h5-index of JCM is 159 and the h5-median is 215. Moving forward, we remain committed to our original mission of upholding rigorous peer review, publishing high-quality academic papers, enhancing service quality, and continuously sharing impactful medical research.

You can find a collection of these most highly cited papers at the following link: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&view_op=list_hcore&venue=3ClCBXGJFAkJ.2025&cstart=0.

Scleral lenses have become a popular treatment modality, most commonly for irregular astigmatism but also for ocular surface disease. These lenses allow patients to improve their vision while often delaying the need for corneal transplants for diseases such as keratoconus. Scleral lenses also function to protect the cornea and conjunctiva in patients with ocular surface disease, thus allowing patients to regain eye comfort and maintain daily activities.

Scleral lenses are more readily available to providers with a variety of fitting sets and designs available. However, as with any medical device, scleral lenses need to be fit properly to function well and maintain the health of the ocular surface. A poorly fit lens and unrecognized or untreated ocular disease could lead to visual complications.

Join scleral lens experts to learn which patients benefit most from scleral lenses. Learn how the lens interacts with the ocular surface, what ocular complications may be common in lens wear, and the potential scleral lenses may have in the future to further refine vision.

Date: 17 September 2025 at 8:00 p.m. EDT
Webinar ID: 831 6932 8423
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/JCM-18

Register now for free!

Program:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email outlining how to join this webinar. Registrations with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized. 

Unable to attend? Register anyway, and we will let you know when the recording is available to watch. 

Webinar Chair and Speakers:

• Dr. Cherie B. Nau, Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, MN USA;
• Dr. Gloria B. Chiu, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA;
• Prof. Dr. Stephen J. Vincent, Centre for Vision and Eye Research, Queensland University of Technology, Queensland, Australia;
• Dr. Maria K. Walker, College of Optometry, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA;
• Dr. Jason D. Marsack, College of Optometry, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA.

Relevant Special Issue:
“The Role of Scleral Lenses in the Management of Eye Disease”
Guest Editor: Dr. Cherie B. Nau

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a condition that, while currently incurable, is the focus of extensive research aimed at prevention and treatment to improve the health and quality of life for those affected. Each year, we observe World Duchenne Awareness Day to enhance public understanding of the profound health, social, and economic impacts of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and to bolster our efforts in combating this condition.

The day marks the birthday of Guillaume Duchenne, the physician who first described the disorder in the 19th century, thus setting the stage for advancements in diagnosis and care. It is our hope that esteemed journals in the fields of Biology, Life Sciences, and Medicine & Pharmacology at MDPI will continue to act as forums for the dissemination of cutting-edge research and innovative concepts related to the prevention and treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

“CRISPR/Cas9-Targeted Myostatin Deletion Improves the Myogenic Differentiation Parameters for Muscle-Derived Stem Cells in Mice”
by Mohamed I. Elashry, Victoria C. Schneider, Manuela Heimann, Sabine Wenisch and Stefan Arnhold
J. Dev. Biol. 2025, 13(1), 5; https://doi.org/10.3390/jdb13010005

“Evaluation of Creatine Monohydrate Supplementation on the Gastrocnemius Muscle of Mice with Muscular Dystrophy: A Preliminary Study”
by Victor Augusto Ramos Fernandes, Gabriela Pereira dos Santos, Amilton Iatecola, Daniela Vieira Buchaim, Ionaly Judith Faria Garcia, Carlos Henrique Bertoni Reis, Lívia Maluf Menegazzo Bueno, Bruna Trazzi Pagani, Rogerio Leone Buchaim and Marcelo Rodrigues da Cunha
Pathophysiology 2025, 32(1), 2; https://doi.org/10.3390/pathophysiology32010002

“Appendicular Skeletal Muscle Index Is Positively Related to Mediterranean Diet Adherence in University Students”
by Paraskevi Detopoulou, Olga Magni, Ioanna Pylarinou, Despoina Levidi, Vassilios Dedes, Milia Tzoutzou, Konstantina Argyri, Evangelia Fappa, Aristea Gioxari and George Panoutsopoulos
Diseases 2025, 13(1), 3; https://doi.org/10.3390/diseases13010003

“MRI-Based Circumferential Strain in Boys with Early Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Cardiomyopathy”
by Zhan-Qiu Liu, Nyasha G. Maforo, Patrick Magrath, Ashley Prosper, Pierangelo Renella, Nancy Halnon, Holden H. Wu and Daniel B. Ennis
Diagnostics 2024, 14(23), 2673; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics14232673

“An Updated Analysis of Exon-Skipping Applicability for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Using the UMD-DMD Database”
by Jamie Leckie, Abdullah Zia and Toshifumi Yokota
Genes 2024, 15(11), 1489; https://doi.org/10.3390/genes15111489

“A Comprehensive Workplace Exercise Intervention to Reduce Musculoskeletal Pain and Improve Functional Capacity in Office Workers: A Randomized Controlled Study”
by Konstantina Karatrantou and Vassilis Gerodimos
Healthcare 2024, 12(9), 915; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12090915

“Evaluation of Neuromuscular Diseases and Complaints by Quantitative Muscle MRI”
by Lara Schlaffke, Robert Rehmann, Anne-Katrin Güttsches, Matthias Vorgerd, Christine H. Meyer-Frießem, Hubert R. Dinse, Elena Enax-Krumova, Martijn Froeling and Johannes Forsting
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(7), 1958; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13071958

“Nuclear Small Dystrophin Isoforms during Muscle Differentiation”
by Tina Donandt, Vanessa Todorow, Stefan Hintze, Alexandra Graupner, Benedikt Schoser, Maggie C. Walter and Peter Meinke
Life 2023, 13(6), 1367; https://doi.org/10.3390/life13061367

“Orphan Drugs in Neurology—A Narrative Review”
by Carmen Adella Sirbu, Raluca Ivan, Francois Jerome Authier, Florentina Ionita-Radu, Dragos Catalin Jianu, Octavian Vasiliu, Ciprian Constantin and Sorin Tuță
J. Pers. Med. 2023, 13(3), 420; https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm13030420

“Muscle Wasting, Aging, and Cancer: The Effects of Physical Exercise” Guest Editor: Prof. Dr. Paula Tavares Submission deadline: 28 November 2025	“Genetic Diagnosis and Treatment of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy” Guest Editor: Dr. Liubov V. Gushchina Submission deadline: 20 December 2025
“Muscular Dystrophy: From Molecular Basis to Therapies: 2nd Edition” Guest Editor: Dr. Francesca Sciandra and Dr. Kinga I. Gawlik Submission deadline: 15 January 2026	“Dysfunctions or Approaches of the Musculoskeletal System” Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Paloma Moro and Prof. Dr. Jorge Rodriguez Submission deadline: 28 February 2026
“Neuromuscular Diseases and Musculoskeletal Disorders” Guest Editor: Dr. Anna Christakou Submission deadline: 28 February 2026	“Mitochondrial Function and Dysfunction in Developmental Biology Metabolism” Guest Editor: Prof. Dr. Simon J. Conway Submission deadline: 15 March 2026

We are pleased to introduce the highly cited papers and hot Special Issues in the “Cardiology” Section of Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383).  The aim of our “Cardiology” Section is to reach a wide audience by publishing original research, reviews, opinions, and articles on the best practices and education in the field. The subject areas include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Interventional cardiology;
• Pediatric cardiology;
• Coronary artery disease;
• Heart failure;
• Valvular heart disease;
• Cardiomyopathy;
• Cardiothoracic surgery;
• Cardiac arrest;
• Hypertension;
• Imaging;
• Stroke;
• Cardiovascular prevention;
• Cardiovascular rehabilitation;
• Risk stratification.

For more details about this section and to access the latest publications, please visit: https://www.mdpi.com/search?journal=jcm&section=487. In addition, we welcome submissions of Special Issue Proposals. For more information, please refer to the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journalproposal/sendproposalspecialissue/jcm.

1. “Probability Score to Predict Spontaneous Conversion to Sinus Rhythm in Patients with Symptomatic Atrial Fibrillation When Less Could Be More?”
by Marco Valerio Mariani, Nicola Pierucci, Sara Trivigno, Pietro Cipollone, Agostino Piro, Cristina Chimenti, Domenico Giovanni Della Rocca, Fabio Miraldi, Carmine Dario Vizza and Carlo Lavalle
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(5), 1470; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13051470
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/5/1470

2. “The Role of Pan-Immune-Inflammation Value in Determining the Severity of Coronary Artery Disease in NSTEMI Patients”
by Zeki Cetinkaya, Saban Kelesoglu, Aydin Tuncay, Yucel Yilmaz, Yucel Karaca, Mehdi Karasu, Ozlem Secen, Ahmet Cinar, Murat Harman, Seyda Sahin et al. 
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(5), 1295; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13051295
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/5/1295

3. “Systemic Vascular Resistance and Myocardial Work Analysis in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis with Preserved Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction”
by Cesare de Gregorio, Giancarlo Trimarchi, Denise Cristiana Faro, Cristina Poleggi, Lucio Teresi, Fabrizio De Gaetano, Concetta Zito, Francesca Lofrumento, Ioanna Koniari, Roberto Licordari et al.
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(6), 1671; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13061671
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/6/1671

4. “Clinical Updates in Coronary Artery Disease: A Comprehensive Review”
by Andrea Bottardi, Guy F. A. Prado, Mattia Lunardi, Simone Fezzi, Gabriele Pesarini, Domenico Tavella, Roberto Scarsini and Flavio Ribichini
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(16), 4600; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13164600
Full text available online:  https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/16/4600

5. “The Spectrum of Coronary Artery Disease in Elite Endurance Athletes—A Long-Standing Debate: State-of-the-Art Review”
by Mihail Celeski, Giuseppe Di Gioia, Annunziata Nusca, Andrea Segreti, Maria Rosaria Squeo, Erika Lemme, Federica Mango, Armando Ferrera, Gian Paolo Ussia and Francesco Grigioni
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(17), 5144; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13175144
Full text available online:  https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/17/5144

6. “Pulsed Field Energy in Atrial Fibrillation Ablation: From Physical Principles to Clinical Applications”
by Nicola Pierucci, Marco Valerio Mariani, Domenico Laviola, Giacomo Silvetti, Pietro Cipollone, Antonio Vernile, Sara Trivigno, Vincenzo Mirco La Fazia, Agostino Piro, Fabio Miraldi et al.
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(10), 2980; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13102980
Full text available online:  https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/10/2980

7. “Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia: Clinical Characteristics, Diagnostic Evaluation and Therapeutic Strategies”
by Abhinav Aggarwal, Anton Stolear, Md Mashiul Alam, Swarnima Vardhan, Maxim Dulgher, Sun-Joo Jang and Stuart W. Zarich
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(6), 1781; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13061781
Full text available online:  https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/6/1781

8. “Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Current Status and Future Indications”
by Manish Vinayak, Pier Pasquale Leone, Richard Tanner, Vishal Dhulipala, Anton Camaj, Rakhee Rajendra Kumar Makhija, Amit Hooda, Annapoorna S. Kini, Samin K. Sharma and Sahil Khera
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(2), 373; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13020373
Full text available online:  https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/2/373

9. “How Will Artificial Intelligence Shape the Future of Decision-Making in Congenital Heart Disease?”
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Date: 23 September 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m
Location: The Chelsea Hotel, 33 Gerrard Street West, Toronto

MDPI is thrilled to announce our participation in the University of Toronto’s largest career fair, taking place at the St. George Downtown Campus. This exciting event brings together thousands of students, graduates, and professionals looking to connect with top employers and explore career opportunities.

We invite all attendees to visit the MDPI booth to discover how you can be part of one of the world’s leading open access academic publishers. Whether you are passionate about scientific research, editorial work, marketing, or supporting global innovation in publishing, we want to meet YOU!

What to expect at our booth:

• Learn more about MDPI’s mission and global impact;
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Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to take the next step, don’t miss this opportunity to connect with MDPI. Bring your resume, your curiosity, and your questions—we look forward to seeing you there!

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