Dear Colleagues,

The Special Issue on "Endothelial Cell Dysfunction" aims to shed light on the intricate role of endothelial cells in various diseases and pathological conditions. Endothelial cells play a crucial role in maintaining vascular homeostasis and regulating vascular function. Dysfunction of these cells has been implicated in a wide range of disorders, including cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, metabolic disorders, and inflammatory conditions.

This Special Issue brings together cutting-edge research and advances in the field of endothelial cell dysfunction. It serves as a platform for scientists, researchers, and clinicians to share their findings, explore novel mechanisms underlying endothelial dysfunction, and discuss potential therapeutic strategies to target this critical cellular component.

The contributions to this Special Issue will cover a broad spectrum of topics, including:

1.    Molecular and cellular mechanisms of endothelial dysfunction
2.    Endothelial dysfunction in cardiovascular diseases
3.    Endothelial dysfunction in neurodegenerative diseases
4.    Role of endothelial dysfunction in metabolic disorders
5.    Inflammation and endothelial dysfunction
6.    Novel imaging techniques and biomarkers for assessing endothelial function
7.    Novel in vitro and in vivo models for studying endothelial function or dysfunction
8.    Therapeutic interventions targeting endothelial dysfunction
9.    Stem cells and endothelial cells
10.    Endothelial cell-based therapies, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine approaches

By addressing these topics, this Special Issue aims to deepen our understanding of endothelial cell dysfunction and its implications for disease pathogenesis and progression. It also provides a platform for the dissemination of innovative research that may pave the way for the development of new diagnostic tools, therapeutic strategies, and personalized medicine approaches.

We invite researchers from various disciplines to contribute their original research articles, reviews, and perspectives to this Special Issue. Together, we can unravel the complexities of endothelial cell dysfunction and strive towards novel insights and interventions that will ultimately improve patient outcomes in a wide range of diseases.

Please send me an abstract prior to submission to make sure that your work falls within the scope of this special issue.

Dr. Hojjat Naderi-Meshkin,
Guest Editor