Aims & Scope

Aims

Redox and Mitochondrial Biomedicine (RMB) is an authoritative, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing our understanding of redox biology and mitochondrial biomedicine. The journal aims to publish pioneering research that explores the intricate interplay between redox and mitochondrial biomedicines, highlighting their significance in health, disease, and therapeutic development. It is published quarterly online by Scilight Press.

Scope

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to:

Fundamental Redox Reactions: Investigations into the fundamental chemical reactions involving electron transfer, encompassing both reduction and oxidation processes in cytoplasm and mitochondria.

Antioxidant Mechanisms: Research on the role and regulation of antioxidants in maintaining cellular redox homeostasis, and their impact on cellular health and longevity.

Reactive Oxygen and Nitrogen Species (ROS and RNS): Studies on the production, detection, and biological roles of ROS and RNS in cellular and physiological processes.

Cellular and Molecular Redox Processes:

Redox Signaling Pathways: Examination of how redox changes influence signaling pathways and cellular communication, affecting processes such as growth, differentiation, and apoptosis.

Redox Regulation: Research on the modulation of cellular functions by redox processes, including the role of redox-sensitive transcription factors and enzymes.

Oxidative Stress: Studies on the effects of oxidative stress on cellular components (lipids, proteins, DNA) and its implications in aging and disease pathogenesis.

Metabolic Pathways and Redox Interactions:

Metabolic Regulation: Exploration of how redox states influence metabolic pathways, including glycolysis, the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle, and mitochondrial function.

Bioenergetics: Research on the interplay between redox biology and cellular energy production, focusing on mitochondrial dynamics and ATP synthesis.

Nutrient Sensing and Metabolism: Studies on the impact of redox states on nutrient sensing mechanisms and metabolic adaptations.

Redox Biology in Health and Disease:

Disease Mechanisms: Investigation of the role of redox processes in the etiology and progression of diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, and metabolic syndromes.

Therapeutic Interventions: Development and evaluation of therapeutic strategies targeting redox and mitochondria, including antioxidant therapies, redox modulators, and dietary interventions.

Biomarkers and Diagnostics: Identification and validation of redox-mitochondria-related biomarkers for disease diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment monitoring.

Technological and Methodological Advances:

Innovative Techniques: Presentation of novel methodologies for studying redox and mitochondrial biomedicine, including advanced imaging techniques, high-throughput screening, and computational models.

Experimental Models: Development and characterization of experimental models (in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo) for investigating redox and mitochondrial biomedicine.

Environmental and Applied Redox Biology:

Environmental Impact: Research on the role of redox processes in environmental systems, including their impact on biogeochemical cycles and ecosystem health.

Biotechnological Applications: Exploration of the applications of redox-mitochondria biomedicine in biotechnology, such as biosensors, biofuel production, and bioremediation.

Interdisciplinary and Translational Research:

Interdisciplinary Approaches: Encouragement of interdisciplinary studies that integrate redox-mitochondria biomedicine with fields such as pharmacology, toxicology, and systems biology.

Translational Research: Promotion of research that bridges basic redox-mitochondria biomedicine with clinical applications, aiming to translate findings into therapeutic and diagnostic innovations.