About this Research Topic
Muscle tissues, comprising skeletal and cardiac types, play a pivotal role in numerous biochemical, mechanical, and physiological functions. Beyond their fundamental role in movement and force generation, these tissues significantly contribute to metabolic and thermoregulation, as well as the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying various diseases. The operational capabilities of skeletal and cardiac muscles are essential to a broad spectrum of human physiological functions. The field of pharmacology dedicated to enhancing cardiac and skeletal muscle functions, both in normal and diseased states, is rapidly advancing. This interdisciplinary area integrates molecular biology, advanced pharmacology, and clinical medicine. Persistent research efforts are imperative for the development of effective and safe treatments, contributing not only to our understanding of muscle biology but also to the discovery of novel therapeutic interventions for various diseases.
This Research Topic delves into the physiology and pathology of skeletal and cardiac muscles, with a specific focus on the development of pharmacological interventions. Emphasizing the latest advancements in drug development and therapeutic approaches tailored to target these muscles, the topic occupies an interdisciplinary space at the junction of molecular biology, pharmacology, and clinical medicine. The overarching goal is to bridge the gap between laboratory research and clinical applications, fostering a comprehensive understanding of skeletal and cardiac muscle-related conditions and advancing innovative therapeutic strategies.
We are open to manuscripts that focus on drug research for muscle and heart diseases. These include but are not limited to genetic disorders, the impact of aging, various metabolic disorders, and cancer cachexia. Additionally, studies on exercise mimetics, both in vitro and in vivo, are also of interest.
We welcome a variety of article types, including under the following categories: Original Research, Review, Mini Review, Brief Research Report, and Perspective.
This Research Topic delves into the physiology and pathology of skeletal and cardiac muscles, with a specific focus on the development of pharmacological interventions. Emphasizing the latest advancements in drug development and therapeutic approaches tailored to target these muscles, the topic occupies an interdisciplinary space at the junction of molecular biology, pharmacology, and clinical medicine. The overarching goal is to bridge the gap between laboratory research and clinical applications, fostering a comprehensive understanding of skeletal and cardiac muscle-related conditions and advancing innovative therapeutic strategies.
We are open to manuscripts that focus on drug research for muscle and heart diseases. These include but are not limited to genetic disorders, the impact of aging, various metabolic disorders, and cancer cachexia. Additionally, studies on exercise mimetics, both in vitro and in vivo, are also of interest.
We welcome a variety of article types, including under the following categories: Original Research, Review, Mini Review, Brief Research Report, and Perspective.
Keywords: Heart and Muscle Disorder, Metabolic Disease, Cancer Cachexia, Aging, Exercise Mimetics
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