Metallomics

Scope & Guideline

Exploring the Intersection of Metals and Life

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of Metallomics through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore Metallomics in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1756-5901
PublisherOXFORD UNIV PRESS
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2009 to 2024
AbbreviationMETALLOMICS / Metallomics
Frequency12 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
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AddressGREAT CLARENDON ST, OXFORD OX2 6DP, ENGLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Metallomics' focuses on the intersection of metals and biological systems, emphasizing the role of trace elements in health, disease, and environmental interactions. The journal aims to foster a deeper understanding of metallomics through innovative methodologies and interdisciplinary research.
  1. Trace Element Homeostasis:
    Research exploring how trace elements such as zinc, copper, and iron are regulated within biological systems, including their roles in cellular functions and potential implications for various diseases.
  2. Metal-Protein Interactions:
    Studies focusing on the interactions between metals and proteins, particularly metalloproteins, and how these interactions influence biological processes such as enzyme activity, metal transport, and cellular signaling.
  3. Metals in Disease Mechanisms:
    Investigations into the role of metals in the pathogenesis of diseases, including neurodegenerative conditions, cancer, and metabolic disorders, highlighting how metal dysregulation can contribute to disease progression.
  4. Innovative Analytical Techniques:
    Development and application of advanced analytical methods such as synchrotron X-ray fluorescence, ICP-MS, and laser ablation techniques to study metal distribution and speciation in biological samples.
  5. Environmental Metallomics:
    Research addressing the impact of environmental metals and metalloids on biological systems, including studies on bioaccumulation, toxicity, and the role of metals in ecosystems.
Recent publications in 'Metallomics' reveal several emerging themes that reflect current scientific interests and technological advancements in the field. These trends indicate a shift towards a more integrated and application-oriented understanding of metallomics.
  1. Biomarker Development:
    An increasing number of studies are focusing on the use of metal stable isotopes and metalloproteins as potential biomarkers for diseases such as Alzheimer's and cancer, highlighting the translational aspect of metallomics research.
  2. Nanotechnology and Metal-based Therapeutics:
    Research into the development of metal-based nanoparticles and complexes for therapeutic applications is on the rise, showcasing innovative approaches to drug delivery and cancer treatment.
  3. Metallomics in Microbial Systems:
    Emerging studies are exploring the role of metals in microbial behavior, including metal resistance and homeostasis, reflecting a growing interest in the interactions between metals and microorganisms.
  4. Metallomics and Gut Microbiome Interactions:
    There is a notable trend towards understanding how trace metals influence gut microbiota composition and function, linking nutritional aspects of metallomics with health outcomes.
  5. Metals in Aging and Neurodegeneration:
    Research focusing on the roles of metals in aging processes and neurodegenerative diseases is gaining traction, emphasizing the need to understand metal homeostasis as a critical factor in health and disease.

Declining or Waning

While 'Metallomics' has a robust research portfolio, certain themes appear to be declining in prominence. This trend may reflect evolving scientific priorities or shifts in funding and research interest.
  1. Traditional Metal Toxicity Studies:
    Research focused solely on the toxicity of metals without considering their biological roles is becoming less frequent as the field shifts towards understanding the nuanced roles of metals in biological systems.
  2. Basic Metal Biochemistry:
    Studies that solely describe the biochemical properties of metals without linking them to physiological or pathological processes are seeing reduced publication frequency, as the focus moves towards integrative approaches.
  3. Animal Models in Isolation:
    Research utilizing animal models to study metal interactions is declining in favor of more integrated approaches that combine in vitro and in silico methods, reflecting a trend towards more comprehensive and ethically considerate research methodologies.

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