BMC BIOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Championing High-Impact Studies for a Global Audience.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Molecular and Cellular Biology:
Research that explores cellular processes, molecular mechanisms, and the role of various biomolecules in biological functions and disease mechanisms. - Genomics and Transcriptomics:
Studies utilizing genomic and transcriptomic technologies to understand gene function, regulation, and the genetic basis of complex traits. - Ecology and Evolution:
Investigations into ecological dynamics, evolutionary processes, and the interactions between organisms and their environments. - Systems Biology:
Research that focuses on the complex interactions within biological systems and the integration of data from various biological scales to understand system behaviors. - Biomedical Research:
Studies that bridge basic biology and medical applications, focusing on disease mechanisms, therapeutic targets, and the development of novel treatments. - Plant and Agricultural Biology:
Research related to plant biology, including genetics, physiology, and the development of sustainable agricultural practices. - Microbiology and Virology:
Studies exploring microbial biology, interactions with hosts, and the implications of microbes in health and disease. - Neuroscience:
Research on neural mechanisms, brain function, and the biological basis of behavior.
Trending and Emerging
- CRISPR and Gene Editing Technologies:
Research utilizing CRISPR and other gene editing technologies is rapidly increasing, reflecting the growing interest in genome manipulation for therapeutic and functional studies. - Single-Cell Omics:
Emerging studies utilizing single-cell RNA-seq and other omics technologies to dissect cellular heterogeneity and understand complex biological processes are gaining popularity. - Microbiome Research:
The exploration of microbiomes and their impact on health, ecology, and evolution is a burgeoning field, with increasing interdisciplinary collaborations. - Synthetic Biology:
Innovative approaches in synthetic biology, including the engineering of biological systems for novel functions, are trending within the journal. - Environmental and Climate Biology:
Research addressing the impacts of climate change on biological systems, including adaptation and resilience, is increasingly prominent. - Interdisciplinary and Integrative Approaches:
Studies that combine insights from various fields (e.g., ecology, genetics, and systems biology) to tackle complex biological questions are on the rise. - Artificial Intelligence in Biology:
The application of AI and machine learning techniques in biological research is emerging as a significant trend, enhancing data analysis and predictive modeling.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Taxonomy:
Research focused solely on classical taxonomy has decreased as molecular techniques and phylogenomic approaches gain more traction in understanding biodiversity. - Basic Animal Behavior Studies:
While behavior studies are still relevant, the focus has shifted towards more integrative approaches that combine behavioral analysis with molecular and ecological data. - Single-Organism Studies:
Research solely focused on a single species without ecological or evolutionary context is becoming less common as interdisciplinary approaches are favored. - In vitro Studies:
There has been a noticeable decline in purely in vitro studies as researchers increasingly seek in vivo or ecological relevance in their findings. - Reductionist Approaches:
Reductionist perspectives that do not consider broader biological systems or interactions are waning in favor of holistic and systems biology approaches.
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