Novel Insights into Biomarkers and Molecular Mechanisms in Heart Failure
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Physiology and Pathology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 March 2026 | Viewed by 4
Special Issue Editors
2. Taipei Heart Institute, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
3. Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
Interests: heart failure; arrythmia; coronary artery disease
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2. Taipei Heart Institute, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
3. Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
Interests: heart failure; coronary artery disease; cardiomyopathy
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2. Taipei Heart Institute, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
3. Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
Interests: heart failure; arrythmia; coronary artery disease; hypertension
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Heart failure (HF) remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, posing a growing public health challenge due to aging populations and the increasing burden of cardiovascular risk factors. While advances in pharmacologic and device therapies have improved outcomes, the underlying molecular mechanisms and dynamic pathophysiology of HF remain incompletely understood. This Special Issue of Life, titled “Novel Insights into Biomarkers and Molecular Mechanisms in Heart Failure”, aims to bring together cutting-edge research that deepens our understanding of the biological underpinnings of HF and identifies novel biomarkers that can enhance diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic stratification.
We invite original research articles, reviews, and translational studies exploring the cellular, genetic, epigenetic, and proteomic mechanisms involved in HF development and progression. Submissions may include investigations into myocardial remodeling, neurohormonal activation, inflammation, oxidative stress, metabolic dysregulation, and signaling pathways relevant to different HF phenotypes, such as HF with preserved or reduced ejection fraction. Particular emphasis is placed on identifying and validating circulating biomarkers, imaging markers, and omics-based signatures that can inform individualized patient care and facilitate early intervention.
Through this Special Issue, we seek to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and highlight innovative approaches that bridge bench and bedside. By elucidating molecular mechanisms and refining biomarker-guided strategies, this collection aims to support precision medicine in HF management and ultimately improve patient outcomes.
Dr. Chun-Chao Chen
Dr. Wen-Rui Hao
Prof. Dr. Ju-Chi Liu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- heart failure
- biomarkers
- molecular mechanisms
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