SEMINARS IN CELL & DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY

Scope & Guideline

Shaping the Future of Developmental Research

Introduction

Delve into the academic richness of SEMINARS IN CELL & DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY with our guidelines, detailing its aims and scope. Our resource identifies emerging and trending topics paving the way for new academic progress. We also provide insights into declining or waning topics, helping you stay informed about changing research landscapes. Evaluate highly cited topics and recent publications within these guidelines to align your work with influential scholarly trends.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1084-9521
PublisherACADEMIC PRESS LTD- ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1993 to 2025
AbbreviationSEMIN CELL DEV BIOL / Semin. Cell Dev. Biol.
Frequency12 issues/year
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Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology' primarily focuses on the intricate processes of cell biology and developmental mechanisms across various organisms. It aims to provide a platform for researchers to present novel insights into cellular functions, developmental pathways, and the underlying molecular mechanisms driving these processes.
  1. Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms:
    Investigates the fundamental cellular processes, including cell signaling, gene expression, and metabolic regulation, that govern cell behavior and physiology.
  2. Developmental Biology:
    Explores the mechanisms of development from embryogenesis to organogenesis, emphasizing the genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors that influence developmental outcomes.
  3. Genetic and Epigenetic Regulation:
    Focuses on how genetic elements and epigenetic modifications regulate cellular functions and developmental processes, including the roles of non-coding RNAs and chromatin dynamics.
  4. Interactions between Cells and Microenvironments:
    Examines the influence of the extracellular matrix, cell-cell interactions, and tissue microenvironments on cell behavior and developmental processes.
  5. Model Organisms and Experimental Approaches:
    Utilizes a variety of model organisms, including C. elegans, Drosophila, and mammalian systems, to study developmental biology and cellular mechanisms, employing advanced techniques such as CRISPR and single-cell sequencing.
  6. Pathophysiological Insights:
    Investigates the cellular and developmental mechanisms underlying diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and developmental abnormalities, to identify potential therapeutic targets.
Recent publications in 'Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology' reveal several emerging themes that reflect the current trends in research. These themes highlight innovative approaches and interdisciplinary collaborations that are shaping the future of the field.
  1. Mitochondrial Dynamics and Function:
    There is a growing emphasis on the role of mitochondrial dynamics in cellular processes, including metabolism, apoptosis, and disease, reflecting an increasing recognition of the mitochondria's importance beyond energy production.
  2. Synthetic and Systems Biology:
    Research exploring synthetic biology approaches to manipulate cellular systems and develop novel models for studying complex biological processes is on the rise, indicating a shift towards engineering and design in biology.
  3. Microbiome-Cell Interactions:
    An increasing number of studies focus on the interactions between host cells and their microbiota, emphasizing the importance of these relationships in health, development, and disease.
  4. Non-Coding RNAs and Gene Regulation:
    Research on the roles of non-coding RNAs in gene regulation and their implications for developmental processes and diseases is expanding, highlighting their significance in cellular function.
  5. Epigenetic Mechanisms in Development and Disease:
    A heightened interest in understanding how epigenetic modifications influence development and contribute to diseases reflects a broader trend towards integrating epigenetics into cellular and developmental biology.
  6. Advancements in Imaging and Visualization Techniques:
    Emerging imaging technologies, such as super-resolution microscopy and live-cell imaging, are increasingly being utilized to study dynamic cellular processes in real-time, providing deeper insights into developmental biology.

Declining or Waning

As the field of cell and developmental biology evolves, certain areas of research are becoming less prominent within the journal's recent publications. This decline may indicate shifts in research focus or the maturation of previously emerging fields.
  1. Classical Developmental Pathways:
    Research on well-established developmental pathways, such as those involving basic signaling cascades (e.g., Wnt, Notch), is appearing less frequently as the field shifts towards more complex and integrative approaches.
  2. Static Cellular Models:
    Traditional static cell culture studies are gradually declining in favor of more dynamic and physiologically relevant models, such as organoids and microfluidic systems, reflecting a broader trend towards in vivo-like environments.
  3. Single-Cell Sequencing Limitations:
    While single-cell sequencing technologies were once a hot topic, the novelty has waned, and there is a growing recognition of their limitations, leading to a reduced emphasis on this method in favor of integrative multi-omics approaches.
  4. Reductionist Approaches to Development:
    Studies focusing solely on individual genes or proteins without considering broader biological contexts are becoming less common, as researchers increasingly adopt systems biology perspectives.
  5. Environmental Stress Responses:
    Research on cellular responses to environmental stresses, while still relevant, is less frequently highlighted as the journal prioritizes studies that integrate environmental impacts into broader developmental contexts.

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