ACS Chemical Biology
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Interdisciplinary Insights in Chemical Biology
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Chemical Biology Techniques and Methodologies:
The journal emphasizes the development and application of innovative chemical techniques for studying biological systems, including but not limited to, chemical probes, small-molecule inhibitors, and bioconjugation strategies. - Protein Engineering and Design:
A significant focus is placed on the engineering of proteins and peptides for various applications, including therapeutic development, biosensing, and understanding protein interactions. - Natural Product Chemistry:
The journal showcases research on the discovery, characterization, and biosynthesis of natural products, often highlighting their medicinal properties and potential therapeutic applications. - Systems Biology and Metabolomics:
Research in this area explores the interactions within biological systems using a chemical approach, providing insights into metabolic pathways and cellular responses. - Targeted Protein Degradation and PROTACs:
There is a growing emphasis on the development and application of proteolysis-targeting chimeras (PROTACs) and other strategies for targeted protein degradation, which are seen as promising therapeutic strategies. - Chemical Genetics and Chemical Proteomics:
The journal covers advancements in chemical genetics and proteomics that allow for the systematic study of gene function and protein interactions in living systems.
Trending and Emerging
- Chemical Probes for Target Identification:
There is a growing interest in the development of chemical probes that facilitate the identification of protein targets and elucidate mechanisms of action in complex biological systems. - Bioconjugation and Chemical Tagging:
The use of bioconjugation techniques to label and track biomolecules in vivo has seen a surge in research, highlighting its importance in studying cellular processes and therapeutic applications. - RNA Modifications and Their Biological Roles:
Research focusing on the chemical biology of RNA modifications, including m6A and other modifications, is rapidly emerging, reflecting the growing recognition of RNA's role in cellular regulation. - Targeted Protein Degradation Technologies:
The rise of PROTACs and other targeted protein degradation strategies is a key trend, with increasing publications exploring their potential in therapeutic applications. - Synthetic Biology and Engineered Biological Systems:
There is an increasing emphasis on synthetic biology approaches, including the design of engineered biological systems and pathways for therapeutic and industrial applications. - Structural Biology and Drug Design Integration:
The integration of structural biology techniques with drug design and chemical biology is gaining traction, leading to improved understanding of drug-target interactions and the development of more effective therapeutics.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Small-Molecule Drug Discovery:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focusing solely on traditional small-molecule drug discovery, as the field shifts towards more innovative approaches such as targeted protein degradation and bioconjugation. - Basic Biochemical Pathway Studies:
Research that primarily focuses on elucidating basic biochemical pathways without a clear application or integration with chemical biology tools appears to be less common. - Single-Target Inhibitors:
The trend has shifted from developing single-target inhibitors towards multi-target strategies and the use of PROTACs, indicating a waning interest in traditional single-target approaches. - In Vivo Studies with Limited Biological Relevance:
Studies that do not bridge the gap between in vitro findings and significant biological implications in vivo are becoming less frequent, as the emphasis shifts towards more translational research.
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