Bioelectricity
Scope & Guideline
Pioneering Research at the Intersection of Biology and Technology
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Bioelectric Mechanisms in Cellular Processes:
Research on how electric fields influence cellular behavior, including cell signaling, migration, and membrane dynamics. - Application of Bioelectricity in Therapeutics:
Exploration of therapeutic applications of bioelectricity, including electroporation, electrochemotherapy, and stimulation techniques in oncology and regenerative medicine. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Bioelectricity:
Integration of concepts from biology, physics, and engineering to develop novel technologies and treatments based on bioelectric principles. - Role of Ion Channels and Membrane Potentials:
Investigation into the functioning of ion channels and their role in maintaining membrane potentials, cellular communication, and various physiological processes. - Bioelectricity in Development and Regeneration:
Studies focusing on how bioelectric signals guide developmental processes and tissue regeneration across different organisms. - Environmental and Ecological Aspects of Bioelectricity:
Research on bioelectric phenomena in plants, microbial communities, and their environmental interactions, highlighting the ecological significance of bioelectric signals.
Trending and Emerging
- Nano-Pulse Stimulation Technologies:
A growing body of research focuses on the application of nano-pulse stimulation in various therapeutic contexts, particularly in oncology, indicating a trend towards minimally invasive techniques with significant therapeutic potential. - Machine Learning in Bioelectricity:
The integration of machine learning approaches to analyze bioelectric data and enhance detection methods is on the rise, showcasing the intersection of computational methods with experimental biology. - Electroporation in Cancer Therapy:
Increasing attention is being paid to the role of electroporation in cancer treatment, with studies demonstrating its effectiveness in enhancing drug delivery and immune responses. - Bioelectricity in Regenerative Medicine:
Research focusing on the role of bioelectric signals in tissue regeneration and repair is expanding, reflecting a growing interest in harnessing these processes for therapeutic applications. - Interdisciplinary Collaborations:
There is a notable increase in interdisciplinary research that combines biology, engineering, and computational modeling, indicating a trend towards collaborative approaches in addressing complex bioelectric phenomena.
Declining or Waning
- General Electrophysiology:
Broad topics in electrophysiology that do not directly relate to bioelectric applications are becoming less prominent, as the journal narrows its focus to more specialized applications and technologies. - Basic Research on Ion Channels:
While ion channels remain a critical area, the emphasis is shifting from general studies to their specific applications in disease treatment and bioengineering, leading to fewer publications on basic ion channel behavior. - Historical Perspectives on Bioelectricity:
Papers focusing on historical reviews or general overviews of bioelectricity are declining, as the journal prioritizes novel research findings and innovative applications over retrospective analyses. - Plant Bioelectricity:
Research specifically targeting plant bioelectricity is appearing less frequently, possibly due to a shift towards more clinically relevant applications in human health and disease. - Non-therapeutic Applications of Bioelectricity:
Topics discussing bioelectricity in non-therapeutic contexts, such as basic science without direct application, are declining as the focus shifts towards impactful therapeutic developments.
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