Epigenetics
Scope & Guideline
Bridging the Gap Between Genetics and Disease
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Investigation of DNA Methylation and Gene Expression:
The journal extensively covers research on how DNA methylation patterns influence gene expression, providing insights into the biological processes underlying development, disease, and environmental responses. - Epigenetic Regulation Mechanisms:
Papers published often explore various mechanisms of epigenetic regulation, including histone modifications, non-coding RNAs, and chromatin remodeling, contributing to a deeper understanding of gene regulation. - Clinical Implications and Biomarkers:
Research often focuses on the identification of epigenetic biomarkers for disease diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment, highlighting the translational aspect of epigenetic studies in clinical settings. - Transgenerational Epigenetic Inheritance:
The journal includes studies that investigate how epigenetic modifications can be inherited across generations, shedding light on the implications for developmental biology and evolutionary processes. - Environmental and Lifestyle Factors:
Research is frequently centered on the impact of environmental exposures and lifestyle choices on epigenetic modifications, emphasizing the interplay between genetics and the environment.
Trending and Emerging
- Role of m6A RNA Modifications:
There is an increasing focus on N6-methyladenosine (m6A) modifications in RNA and their regulatory roles in various biological processes and diseases, including cancer. This emerging theme highlights the significance of RNA modifications in epigenetic regulation. - Integration of Multi-Omics Approaches:
Recent studies are increasingly utilizing multi-omics strategies that combine genomics, transcriptomics, and epigenomics to provide a comprehensive understanding of complex biological systems and disease mechanisms. - Impact of Environmental Exposures:
Research examining the effects of environmental factors, such as pollutants and dietary components, on epigenetic modifications is gaining traction, emphasizing the relevance of epigenetics in public health and environmental sciences. - Transgenerational Effects of Epigenetics:
There is a notable growth in studies addressing the transgenerational impact of epigenetic changes, particularly in relation to stress and environmental factors, reflecting a broader interest in understanding long-term epigenetic inheritance. - Epigenetic Therapeutics:
The development of epigenetic therapies, including the use of epigenetic inhibitors to treat various diseases, particularly cancer, is a rapidly emerging focus area, indicating a shift towards clinical applications of epigenetic research.
Declining or Waning
- Basic Genetic Studies Without Epigenetic Context:
There appears to be a waning interest in studies that focus solely on basic genetic mechanisms without integrating epigenetic perspectives, as the field increasingly emphasizes the importance of epigenetic regulation. - Overemphasis on Single Modifications:
Research that concentrates only on single types of epigenetic modifications, such as DNA methylation without considering histone modifications or chromatin structure, is becoming less common as a more holistic approach is favored. - Reduction in Animal Model Studies:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies relying solely on traditional animal models for epigenetic research, potentially due to the rise of more sophisticated in vitro and computational methods that provide broader insights. - Limited Focus on Historical Epigenetic Studies:
Older studies that primarily describe historical context or foundational knowledge in epigenetics are less frequently published, as the field moves towards innovative and application-focused research.
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