Medical Research
A section of Life (ISSN 2075-1729).
Section Information
Contributions to the Medical Research section include original papers covering a broad spectrum of biomedical and clinical research, as well as epidemiological studies. We welcome basic and translational science, clinical case and public health reports on topics, including but not limited to:
- Dermatological research;
- Cancer research;
- Cardiovascular research;
- General medicine;
- Gastroenterological research;
- Hematological research;
- Immunological research;
- Infectious diseases research;
- Metabolism and endocrinology;
- Nervous system research;
- Nursing;
- Pediatrics;
- Pulmonary research;
- Psychiatric research;
- Rehabilitation;
- Renal and urinary research;
- Reproductive research and women health;
- Rheumatological research;
- Skeletal and muscular research;
- Vision research.
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Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Clinical Update for Resuscitation Science (Deadline: 28 November 2024)
- Hemophilia (Deadline: 29 November 2024)
- Cornea and Anterior Eye Diseases: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 29 November 2024)
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)—2nd Edition (Deadline: 29 November 2024)
- Advances in Endoscopic, Surgical, and Interventional Radiological Management of Gastrointestinal Diseases (Deadline: 29 November 2024)
- Recent Advances in Modern Thoracic Surgery (Deadline: 30 November 2024)
- Comorbidities and HIV Infection: Barriers in ART-Switch Strategies (Deadline: 30 November 2024)
- Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment of Thrombocytopenia-Inducing Diseases (Deadline: 30 November 2024)
- Advances in Pulmonary Fibrosis (Deadline: 2 December 2024)
- Novel Approaches in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to Improve Quality of Life (Deadline: 17 December 2024)
- Multidisciplinary Management of Dermatology (Deadline: 17 December 2024)
- Current Views on Knee Osteoarthritis: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Advancements in Total Joint Arthroplasty (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Current Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment of Sepsis (Deadline: 30 December 2024)
- Cystic Fibrosis: A Disease with a New Face (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Applications of Dermatoscopy in Skin Diseases (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Technical Innovations in Transcranial Electrical Stimulation (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Novel Approaches to Early Cancer Detection (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Recent Advances in Shockwave Therapy for Musculoskeletal and Soft-Tissue Disorders (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Cardiovascular Diseases: From Basic Research to Clinical Application–2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Recent Advances in Diagnosis and Management of Musculoskeletal Pain (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Recent Advances in Medical Imaging and Machine Learning (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Personalized Medicine in Ophthalmic Diseases: Updated Challenges and Opportunities (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Prognosis and Management of Dry Eye Disease (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Skin Cancer: From Molecular Basis to Therapy: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Current Progress in Peritoneal Dialysis (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- The Treatments for Cardiovascular Diseases (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Advances in the Interventional Cardiology (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Advances in Diagnosis and Management of Peyronie’s Diseases (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Advances in Neuroimaging and Functional Brain Analysis (Deadline: 15 January 2025)
- Advances in Endoscopy for Hepatic, Pancreatic, and Biliary Diseases (Deadline: 16 January 2025)
- Optical Imaging and Fluorescence Imaging in Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Surgery (Deadline: 22 January 2025)
- Metabolic Health: The Interplay between NAFLD, MAFLD, MASLD and Cardiovascular Disease (Deadline: 26 January 2025)
- Advanced Strategies in Fracture Treatments (Deadline: 30 January 2025)
- Bone Cancer: From Molecular Mechanism to Treatment (Deadline: 30 January 2025)
- Fertility Preservation and Sterility Treatment (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Advancements in Heart Failure Research (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Feature Papers in Medical Research: 3rd Edition (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- New Trends in Otorhinolaryngology (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Advancements in Postoperative Management of Patients After Surgery (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Novel Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approaches in Congenital Heart Diseases (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Advancing Nanotechnology in Cancer Theranostics (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Research Update on Pancreaticobiliary Endotherapy (Deadline: 18 February 2025)
- Robot-Assisted Surgery: New Trends and Solutions (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Vascular Disease: Etiologic, Diagnostic, Prognostic and Therapeutic Research—2nd Edition (Deadline: 21 February 2025)
- Management of Ischemia and Heart Failure—2nd Edition (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Noninvasive Skin Imaging: The Present and the Future in General Dermatology (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Clinical Research in Male Reproduction (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Reconstruction of Bone Defects (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Updates in Genetic Susceptibility to Cancers (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Epidemiology of Cancer (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Cardiac Arrhythmias: Physiological Mechanisms, Clinical Insights, and Epidemiological Research (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Latest Advances in Dermatology: From Molecular Insights into Clinical Applications (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- New Insights into Parkinson’s Disease: From Molecular Basis to Therapy (Deadline: 28 February 2025)
- Laparoscopy and Treatment. An All-Encompassing Solution for Surgeons (Deadline: 5 March 2025)
- Management of Patients with Diabetes (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Biomarkers and Prognostic Markers in Cardiovascular Diseases (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Advances in Medical Imaging of Animal Models for Human Diseases (Deadline: 25 March 2025)
- Musculoskeletal Medicine in Rheumatic Diseases (Deadline: 26 March 2025)
- Innovative Approaches in Dermatological Therapies and Diagnostics (Deadline: 28 March 2025)
- Gender Medicine: Current Knowledge and Future Perspectives (Deadline: 30 March 2025)
- Prevention Data Collecting Technology or Methodology to Live a Safe, Secure, Comfortable, Healthy and Sustainable Life (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Emerging Biomarkers: Recent Findings and Application in Pathological Condition Detection—2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Skin Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Dermatology (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Bone and Cartilage Fractures: Types, Diagnosis, Complications, Prevention and Treatment (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Gastrointestinal Health: Clinical Research and Therapeutic Innovations (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- A Paradigm Shift in Airway and Pain Management—2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Innovative Approaches in Breast Reconstruction: From Diagnostics to Treatment of Complications (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Advances in Cardiac Arrest: Prognostic Performance and Management (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Nephrology in the 21st Century: Native Kidney Diseases and Impact of Artificial Intelligence, and Advances in Renal Transplantation (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Dialysis (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Current and Future Perspectives of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (Deadline: 21 April 2025)
- Radiological Diagnosis of Cervical Spondylosis and Carotid Artery Disease (Deadline: 22 April 2025)
- Advances in Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Emerging Therapies (Deadline: 26 April 2025)
- Recent Insights in the Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment of Glomerular Disorders (Deadline: 29 April 2025)
- Prostate Cancer: 3rd Edition (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- AI and Precision Medicine: Using Machine Learning for Disease Diagnosis and Prediction (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- New Insights into Breast Cancer: Current Controversies and Future Perspectives (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- New Diagnostic and Therapeutic Developments in Eye and Systemic Diseases (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Physical Rehabilitation for Musculoskeletal Disorders (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- The Emerging Clinical Relevance of Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Wearable Devices in Headache (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Gynecologic Oncology: Recent Advances and Future Perspectives (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Advances in Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation (Deadline: 1 May 2025)
- MASLD and Its Comorbidities: From Epidemiology to Future Therapeutic Perspectives (Deadline: 9 May 2025)
- Personalized Prevention and Treatment in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases (Deadline: 16 May 2025)
- Innovations in Thoracic Surgery and Medicine: Advancements and Challenges (Deadline: 18 May 2025)
- Pain and Therapy: Historical Perspectives and Future Directions (Deadline: 22 May 2025)
- Innovative Perspectives in Physical Therapy and Health (Deadline: 22 May 2025)
- Conservative Management of Chronic Disease (Deadline: 26 May 2025)
- 3D Imaging and Facial Reconstruction (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Advances in Vascular Health and Metabolism (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Advances in Knee Osteoarthritis and Photobiomodulation Therapy (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Molecular Biomarkers in Inflammatory Disease (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Topographic and Functional Anatomy of Musculoskeletal System: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Advances in Emergency and Critical Care Medicine (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Estrogens in Prostate Cancer (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Advances in Novel Biomarkers and Emerging Immune/Targeted Therapies in Solid Tumors (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Atherosclerosis: Pathogenesis, Clinical Advances and Future Perspectives (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
- Advances in the Treatment of Pulmonary Hypertension and Pulmonary Embolism (Deadline: 16 June 2025)
- New Restorative Technologies in the Management and Characterization Techniques of the Hard and Soft Tissues of Oral Cavity (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Advances in Research on Motor Deficits Caused by Neurological Disorders: From Mechanism to Treatment (Deadline: 26 June 2025)
- New Insights into Allergic Eye Diseases (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Mechanism, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Aortic Diseases: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Recent Advances in Non-Invasive Diagnosis Based on Volatile Metabolites (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- An Update on Diabetic Kidney Disease (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Clinical, Epidemiological, and Molecular Bases (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Advancements in Hematologic Malignancies: Innovations in Diagnosis and Therapy (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- The Other Pediatric Primary Headaches: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Current Advances in Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Eye Diseases: Diagnosis and Treatment, 3rd Edition (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Acute Kidney Events in Intensive Care (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Mechanism, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Novelties in Dermatology: 3rd Edition (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Recent Advances in Valve Therapy: Clinical and Molecular Perspectives (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Emerging Knowledge on Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Deadline: 22 July 2025)
- Critical Issues in Intensive Care Medicine (Deadline: 22 July 2025)
- Emergency and Trauma Management (Deadline: 22 July 2025)
- Spinal Neuromodulation: From Basic and Translational Research to Clinical Practice (Deadline: 25 July 2025)
- Diagnosis, Treatment and Prognosis of Prostate Cancer (Deadline: 26 July 2025)
- Blood Rheology: Insights & Innovations (Deadline: 28 July 2025)
- Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prognosis of Neuroendocrine Neoplasms (Deadline: 30 July 2025)
- Musculoskeletal Imaging: Innovations in Diagnostics and Interventional Therapies (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases: Innovations in Diagnostics, Therapeutics, and Prognosis (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Minimally Invasive Neuroendoscopy (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Current Trends in Obstructive Sleep Apnea (Deadline: 15 August 2025)
- Neurological Diseases: Prevention, Diagnostics, Treatment and Rehabilitation (Deadline: 2 December 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms and Therapeutic Effects of Drugs in Cancer—2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Trends in Clinical Research 2025 (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
Topical Collections
Following topical collections within this section are currently open for submissions: