Recent Trends in Experimental Models for Cancer Research
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Oncology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2025 | Viewed by 1333
Special Issue Editors
2. Associate Laboratory i4HB—Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, University Institute of Health Sciences—CESPU, 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal
3. UCIBIO—Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, Translational Toxicology Research Laboratory, University Institute of Health Sciences (1H-TOXRUN, IUCS-CESPU), 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal
Interests: anticancer strategies; targeted therapy; cancer biomarkers; mitosis; apoptosis; drug discovery; bioactive compounds
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2. Associate Laboratory i4HB—Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, University Institute of Health Sciences—CESPU, Gandra, Portugal
3. i3S—Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal
Interests: cancer resistance; pancreatic cancer; molecular biology; medical biotechnology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Cancer remains a complex challenge worldwide, requiring innovative approaches to understand its complexities and develop effective treatments.
In this Special Issue, we aim to showcase the latest advancements and breakthroughs in experimental models for cancer research. Specifically, it refers to the progress and innovations made in the methodologies and systems used to study cancer in laboratory settings. Experimental models, both mammalian and non-mammalian, encompass a wide range of approaches, including cell culture, animal models, organoids, and computational models.
By continuously refining and enhancing experimental models for cancer research, researchers aim to better understand the mechanisms driving cancer initiation, progression, and treatment response. This knowledge contributes to the development of more effective therapeutic strategies, personalized medicine approaches, and, ultimately, improved outcomes for cancer patients.
We invite submissions of original research and review articles that contribute to the exploration of cutting-edge cancer research concerning available experimental models. Topics of interest may include improvements in the accuracy and relevance of models to human cancer, the development of novel techniques for studying specific aspects of cancer biology or therapy response, and the integration of new technologies such as genomic analysis, imaging modalities, and high-throughput screening methods.
Dr. Patrícia M. A. Silva
Dr. Cristina Pinto Ribeiro Xavier
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- experimental models
- cancer research
- cell culture
- animal models
- organoids
- computational models
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