The Role of Trace Elements in Human Nutrition

Dear Colleagues,

Metallomics is a discipline that investigates biometals and biometalloids in various sciences. It is well known that micro- and macronutrients determine the proper functioning of various metabolic and biochemical reactions occurring in the human organism. Further, current research indicates that the distribution of chosen micronutrients remains uneven in the whole body, indicating that some cells, tissues and organs require chosen elements for their proper metabolism, while others may be adequate in minimal concentrations. Moreover, any disturbances in those concentrations may affect the proper functioning of an organ, leading to its dysfunction or even a disease. Therefore, the investigation of the role of micro- and macronutrients in the human body is of major importance not only to understand the pathophysiology of a particular disease, but also provide potential treatment strategies and new therapeutic approaches. This Special Issue aims to present research articles, as well as critical reviews that address challenges to see and understand the role of micronutrients in human health and disease.

Dr. Jacek Baj
Guest Editor

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• micronutrients
• macrominerals
• microminerals
• trace elements
• heavy metals
• vitamins
• health and disease
• ICP-MS