Advances in Retinal Diseases—Mechanisms, Diagnostics, and Emerging Therapies

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue invites original research articles, reviews, and clinical studies on topics including, but not limited to, the following:

• Pathophysiology of Retinal Diseases: Deep understanding of the genetic, molecular, and cellular mechanisms of retinal degeneration and dysfunction and their clinical applications.
• Electrophysiology in Retinal Disease: The role of ERG and other functional tests in diagnosing and monitoring retinal conditions.
• Innovative Imaging and Biomarkers: Advances in OCT, fundus autofluorescence, and AI-driven diagnostic tools for retinal disease assessment.
• Therapeutic Strategies: Pharmacological, gene therapy, and surgical interventions for conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, inherited retinal dystrophies, and diabetic retinopathy.
• Clinical Applications: Bridging basic science discoveries with clinical practice in retinal disease management.

Submission Information

• Manuscript Deadline: 20 May 2026
• Guest Editor: Minzhong Yu, PhD, MMed
• Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM)
• Impact Factor: 2.9

We invite contributions from clinicians, researchers, and industry experts to advance knowledge in the field of retinal diseases.

For inquiries or to submit your manuscript, please contact Ms Rainie Zhang .

We look forward to your valuable contributions.

Dr. Minzhong Yu
Guest Editor

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