Craniofacial Genetics and Developmental Biology

Dear Colleagues,

The majority of human birth defects include craniofacial dysmorphologies. Key to their prevention, early detection and clinical amelioration is research into the underlying genetic causes, as well as an understanding of the normal developmental processes that give rise to the large variety of craniofacial structures. Using human sequencing data and several animal model systems, significant progress is being made into the fundamental developmental genetics and morphogenesis of these tissues. This Special Issue of the Journal of Developmental Biology will provide an overview of the current standing of basic and clinical research in craniofacial genetics and developmental biology, highlighting directions for future craniofacial research and clinical translation. Contributions can be reviews, as well as research papers.

Prof. Sally Moody
Guest Editor
Dr. André Luiz Pasqua Tavares
Co-Guest Editor

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