Molecular Immunology
A section of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067).
Section Information
The Molecular Immunology section of the International Journal of Molecular Sciences (IJMS) aims to rapidly publish original contributions addressing questions of importance in immunology and related fields. We welcome manuscripts conveying novel experimental findings that would advance understanding of molecular mechanisms of immunity, immunogenetics and/or immunopathogenesis. Manuscripts reporting development or testing of novel therapeutics that target molecular mechanisms are likewise sought. Manuscripts reviewing topics pertinent to the scope of the Molecular Immunology Section will be considered if the manuscripts offer analysis of existing knowledge and/or a perspective that is not otherwise available.
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Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Advances in Experimental and Clinical Aspects of Allergies and Autoimmunity (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Beta Thymosins: The Role in Immunity, Organ Regeneration, Development and Aging (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Advances in Molecular Biomarkers in Liver Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- The Role of Neutrophils in Inflammatory Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Role of Cytokines and Their Receptors in Human Tumors and Immune-Regulation (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Proteomics and Its Applications in Human Biology (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Molecular Linkage between Cardiovascular Diseases and Immune System Disorders (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Oral Medicine and Immunity 2.0 (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Immunotherapy for Cancer (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- The Role of Inflammasomes in Human Disease (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms of Periodontal Disease and Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Protective Immune Response to Virus Infection and Vaccines (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Molecular Targets and Immunotherapy for Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- DNA-Based Vaccines Against Infectious Diseases and Cancer (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Insights into Viral Pathogenesis: Host Antiviral Responses and Viral Countermeasures (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- New Insights into Immune and Anti-inflammatory Strategies for Improving Human Health (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Advanced Research on the Immune Microenvironment in Tumors (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Pro-inflammatory and Anti-inflammatory Interleukins in Various Diseases 2.0 (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Drug-Induced Modulation and Immunotherapy of Leukemia (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- The Role and Mechanism of P2X7 Receptor in Cancer and Inflammatory Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Advances in Immunology and Inflammation During and After Infectious Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms and Functions of Macrophage Cells (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- New Insights in Biomarkers of Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory Diseases (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Infection and Immunity After Transplantation (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Advanced Research on Multiple Sclerosis (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Modulation of the Immune System and Oxidative Stress in Liver Illnesses (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Molecular Ecology, Physiology and Biochemistry of Insects, 5th Edition (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- The Role of Macrophages in Tumors (Deadline: 25 February 2025)
- Allergic Diseases: Molecular Insights into Immunotherapy (Deadline: 26 February 2025)
- Major Histocompatibility Complex Antigens in Disease (Deadline: 26 February 2025)
- Reproductive Immunology: Cellular and Molecular Biology 3.0 (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- State-of-the-Art Molecular Immunology in Chile, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Fish Immunology, 5th Edition (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Immunotherapy in Cancer (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms, Emerging Biomarkers, Novel Therapies and Personalized Treatment in Celiac Disease (CD) (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- New Advances in Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- From Macrophage Biology to Cell and EV-Based Immunotherapies (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- New Insights into the Immunopathology of Autoimmune and Drug Induced Liver Injury (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Molecular Understanding of Allergen Exposome (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Molecular Research in Myocarditis (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Cardioimmunology: Inflammation and Immunity in Cardiovascular Disease (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Opportunities and Challenges in the Use of Live Biotherapeutics to Fight Infections in the Era of Multi-Drug-Resistance (Deadline: 10 March 2025)
- Macrophages and Inflammation (Deadline: 15 March 2025)
- New Insights in Tumor Immunity (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Targeting CAR T-cell Therapy: Molecular Research and Its Future Implication (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- New Advances in Molecular Research of Coronavirus (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Deciphering Allergies—Structural and Immunological Characterization of Allergenic Proteins and Immunomodulatory Agents (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Molecular Insight into Pharmacological Research on Anti-inflammatory Immunity (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Immunomodulatory Activities of Natural Products and Related Compounds in Inflammatory Diseases (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Roles of Mast Cells in Immune-Induced Diseases (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- New Insights into Lactoferrin (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- TRP Channels for Pain, Itch and Inflammation Relief: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Editorial Board Members’ Collection Series: “Neuroinflammation” (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Molecular Mechanism and Treatment of Allergic Asthma (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Biological Role of Oxidative Stress in Inflammatory Diseases: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Exploring Therapeutic Targets in the Evolving Landscape of Cancer Immunotherapy (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Immune Responses to Viruses (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Editorial Board Members’ Collection Series: Autoimmune Diseases—2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Viral Infections and Immune Responses (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Immunology of Infectious Disease and Transplantation: A Symbiotic Dance (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- State-of-the-Art Cancer Immunotherapies—2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Periodontal Disease, Association with Systemic Conditions and Periodontal Pathogens: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Predictors of Response to Cancer Immunotherapy (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Neuroinflammation in the Pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- DNA and mRNA-Based Vaccines Against Infectious Diseases (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Mast Cells in Immunity and Disease: Second Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Molecular Crosstalk Between Bone and Inflammation (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Molecular Advances in Gut Microbiota and Its Interaction with Immune System (Deadline: 23 March 2025)
- Anti-Inflammatory and Metabolic Effects of G Protein-Coupled Receptor Signaling (Deadline: 28 March 2025)
- T Cells in Immune Diseases: Regulation and Function (Deadline: 30 March 2025)
- Research in Novel Immune Adjuvants (Deadline: 30 March 2025)
- Molecular and Cellular Aspects of Autoimmune and Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases: Second Edition (Deadline: 30 March 2025)
- Dendritic Cell and Cancer Therapy 2.0 (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- The Twist and Turn of Lipids in Human Diseases 2.0 (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- The Role of Inflammatory Cytokines (Interleukins Family) in Human Disease (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Molecular Perspective in Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Latest Advances in Cytokine Storm (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Advanced Research of Regulatory T Cells in Cancer Therapy (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- New Challenges and Opportunities: Extracellular Vesicles in Biological and Biochemical Processes, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 15 April 2025)
- Stress, Immunity, and Tissue Microenvironment: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- The Role of Immune System in Tissue Repair and Regeneration (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Immunomodulatory Molecules in Cancer (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms at the Intersection of Protein Synthesis, Cancer, and Immunity (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Molecular Research of Viral Gastroenteritis (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Advanced Research on Macrophages in Human Health and Disease (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- New Insights into Gut Microbiota and Immunity (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- The Road to Tolerance: Mechanism of Immune Homeostasis in Health and Disease (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Autoimmune Diseases: A Swing Dance of Immune Cells, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- The Role of Proteases and Protease Inhibitors in the Immune System (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Immunology of Infection (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Mesenchymal Stromal and Immune Cells’ Involvement in Human Diseases and Their Treatment (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Roles of Inflammasomes in Inflammatory Responses and Human Diseases (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Autoimmune Disorders (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Insights in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Neuroimmunology: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Basic Mechanisms of Physiological and Pathological Autoimmunity and Their Role in the Development of Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- The Role of Macrophages in Inflammatory and Cancer: An Update (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Leukemia: Molecular Immune Mechanisms (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Immune Regulation and T Cell Dynamics (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Balancing Immunity: The Art of Tolerance and Regulation (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Immune Thrombocytopenia: Molecular Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Drug Resistance and Treatment (Deadline: 25 April 2025)
- Viral Infections and the Immune Response: New Perspectives (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Cell Death Pathways in Immunology: Implications in Health and Disease (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Molecular Insights into Virus-Host Immune Interactions (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Antibodies in Cancer Therapy (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms of Allergen-Specific Immunotherapy (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- The Importance of Inflammation as a Link Between Adipokines and Myokines in Obesity (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Role of Extracellular Vesicles in Immunology: Second Edition (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Immune Regulation in Lung Diseases (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Immunological and Molecular Networks in the Skin and Skin Diseases (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Molecular Aspects of Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Molecular Basis and Progress of Immunotherapy for Melanoma (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Regulation and Activation of Immune Cells through the Mitochondria (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Advanced Research on Immune Response to Viral Infection (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Influenza Viruses: Infection and Genomics (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Immunotherapy: A New Perspective in Cancer Treatment (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- New Insights into Immunity and Inflammation in Cardiovascular Diseases (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Cytokines in Inflammation and Health (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Macrophage Polarization: Learning to Manage It (4th Edition) (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Comorbidities in Rheumatic Diseases (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Pediatric Autoimmune Diseases: Molecular Basis, Diagnostic and Therapy (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Molecular Advances and Perspectives in Rheumatic Diseases (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Metabolomics in the Field of Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Molecular Immunologic Perspectives on Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Insights in Reproductive Immunology and Placental Pathology, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Mechanisms of Immune Tolerance and Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- New Research on Anti-Inflammatory Molecules in Diseases (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Diseases: Latest Advances and Prospects (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Structural and Functional Insights into Chemokines and Chemokine Receptors in Immune Pathologies (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- New Molecular Mechanisms and Markers in Inflammatory Disorders, 3rd Edition (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- The Role of Interleukins in Chronic Inflammatory Diseases and Cancer Progression: Pathways and Therapeutic Implications (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Advances in Dendritic Cell-Based Immunotherapy of Cancer (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Hepatitis Viruses and Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Research, Treatment and Challenges (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Trends in Allergy and Autoimmunity: Pathogenesis, Biomarkers, and Treatment (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Thrombo-Inflammatory Signaling and Complications in Autoimmune Disorders (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Virus Infection and Infectious Diseases: Unraveling Mechanisms, Innovations and Therapeutic Strategies—Second Edition (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Neutrophil Extracellular Traps (NETs) in Immunity and Diseases, 3rd Edition (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Molecular Signaling and Cellular Mechanisms in Asthma (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Immune-Liver Axis—from Disease Pathogenesis to Therapeutic Target (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Immunopathogenesis and Novel Therapeutic Strategies for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Third Edition (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Molecular Immunology of Infectious Diseases (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Immunology and Immunotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Pulmonary Immune Research: Mechanisms, Disorders, and Solutions (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Essential Molecules in Life: Regulation, Defense, and Longevity, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 10 June 2025)
- Molecular Insights into Exosomes in Inflammatory Neurological and/or Peripheral Diseases (Deadline: 15 June 2025)
- Role of Immune Cells in Non-infectious Inflammatory Diseases and Cancers (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Macrophages in Human Diseases and Their Treatment (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Vaccine Research and Adjuvant Discovery (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms of Primary Graft Dysfunction and Acute Rejection in Solid Organ Transplantation (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Exploring the Molecular Mechanisms of the Microbiome in Reproductive Health and Reproductive Immunity (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- New Insight into Extracellular Vesicles in Proliferative Diseases (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Microbiome and Immunology in Gynecologic Diseases (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Molecular Insights into Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Advanced Research on HIV Virus and Infection (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Advances in Molecular Research on Autoimmune Diseases, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Innate Immunity: New Insights into Genetic and Signaling Networks (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis: Aetiology, Immunology and Treatment, 3rd Edition (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Immune Mechanisms and Biomarkers in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus—Second Edition (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Research Advances in Reproductive Immunology (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Monocytes and Their Derivatives: Bridging Vascular and Neurodegenerative Pathology (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Advanced Research on Immune Cells and Cytokines (2nd Edition) (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Nanomedicine in Gene Therapy and Immunotherapy (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Ocular Inflammation and Diseases: Infections, Pathogenesis, Drug Delivery and Treatments (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Advances in Targeting Macrophages in Immunotherapy (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Molecular Advances in Inborn Errors of Immunity (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Advances in Food Allergy Research: From Mechanisms to Therapeutics (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- The Role of Antibody Glycosylation As Immunomodulator (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Skin Microbiome and Skin Health: Molecular Interactions (Deadline: 15 July 2025)
- Host Immunity and Viral Evolution: Dissecting the Molecular Variations of Viral Genomes (Deadline: 15 July 2025)
- Inflammation in Chronic Disease: Molecular Mechanisms and Signaling Pathways (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Immunophenotyping in Autoimmune Diseases and Cancer, 4th Edition (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Immune-Inflammatory and Oxidative Stress Signaling Pathways Involved in Human Disorders (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Inflammatory Signaling Pathways Involved in Gastrointestinal Diseases: Second Edition (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Future Perspectives and Challenges: Interleukins in Immune Diseases (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Beyond Digestion: The Role of Gut Microbiota in Metabolism, Immunity and Brain Function (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Chimeric Antigen Receptors against Cancers and Autoimmune Diseases (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- The Role of Immunocytes in Cancer and New Insights into Immunotherapy (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Advances in Primary Nephropathies: Pathogenesis, Inflammatory Response and Advanced Treatments (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Advances in Regenerative Medicine, Organ Bioengineering and Transplantation (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- New Insights into the Immunopathology of Infectious Diseases (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Molecular Studies of Age-Related Diseases: Immunosenescence and Inflammaging (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- The Role of Toll-Like Receptors (TLRs) in Infection and Inflammation: Third Edition (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Roles of Neutrophils in Autoimmune Diseases and Cancers (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- New Insights into Immune Dysregulation Disorders (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Herpes Simplex Virus: Immunity, Pathogenicity, Immune Escape Mechanisms, and Antiviral Strategies (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Investigating Host-Parasite Interactions for the Discovery of Novel Therapies and Vaccine Targets (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- The Role of Glycans in Immune Regulation (Deadline: 30 July 2025)
- Autoimmune Diseases: From Pathogenesis to Treatment and Prognostic Markers (Deadline: 30 July 2025)
- Latest Review Papers in Molecular Immunology, 3rd Edition (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Advances in Pro-inflammatory and Anti-inflammatory Cytokines (Deadline: 20 August 2025)
- Cutting-Edge Molecular Research in Autoimmunity (Deadline: 20 August 2025)
- Nrf1/2/3 and Other Antioxidant Transcription Factors in Health and Disease (Deadline: 20 August 2025)
- Oxidation in Human Health and Disease (Deadline: 20 October 2025)
- Biomarkers in Cancer Immunology (Deadline: 20 October 2025)
Topical Collections
Following topical collections within this section are currently open for submissions: