AIMS and SCOPE | Genome Biology & Molecular Genetics

AIMS:

Genome Biology & Molecular Genetics aims to provide a platform for high-quality, open-access research in the fields of genomics, genetics, and molecular biology. Our goal is to publish cutting-edge research that advances scientific knowledge and promotes innovation in these fields. We aim to foster a community of scientists who are committed to open and transparent science, collaboration, and inclusivity. We are dedicated to promoting diversity and providing equal opportunities for researchers from all backgrounds.

SCOPE:

Genome Biology & Molecular Genetics covers a wide range of topics in the fields of genomics, genetics, and molecular biology. Our scope includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:

Genome sequencing and analysis
Epigenetics and chromatin biology
Gene regulation and expression
Genetic variation and inheritance
Evolutionary genomics
Functional genomics
Comparative genomics
Systems biology
Synthetic biology
Structural biology
Proteomics and metabolomics
Cell signaling and communication
Cancer biology and genetics
Neurogenetics and neurobiology
Immunogenetics and immunology
Microbial genomics and microbiology
Plant genomics and genetics
Agricultural genomics and genetics
Biotechnology and genetic engineering

We welcome original research articles, reviews, commentaries, perspectives, and opinion pieces in these areas. We encourage interdisciplinary research and welcome submissions that bridge the gap between different fields.

We prioritize research that is rigorous, well-conducted, and presents novel findings or insights. We also place a high value on transparency, data sharing, and reproducibility. Therefore, we encourage authors to make their data and materials openly available.

Genome Biology & Molecular Genetics is committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in science. We encourage submissions from researchers from underrepresented groups, and we welcome research that highlights issues of diversity and equity in science.

We are also committed to promoting open and transparent science. We encourage authors to use preprint servers and to make their research freely available through open-access publication. We believe that open access to scientific research is essential for advancing scientific knowledge and discovery.

Keywords/sub-topics: Here are some additional keywords and sub-topics that fall within the scope of Genome Biology & Molecular Genetics:

RNA biology
DNA repair and recombination
Gene editing and CRISPR-CAS technology
Single-cell genomics
Bioinformatics and computational biology
Gene therapy and regenerative medicine
Developmental genetics and biology
Epigenetic inheritance
Molecular evolution
Population genetics and genomics
Phylogenetics and evolutionary history
Immunogenomics and personalized medicine
Stem cell biology and genetics
Environmental genomics and genetics
Biomedical engineering and technology
Synthetic biology applications
Metagenomics and microbiome research
Crop genetics and improvement
Animal genetics and breeding
Conservation genetics and genomics
Infectious disease genomics and epidemiology
Precision medicine and genetics
Ethics and policy in genetics and genomics

These keywords and sub-topics are not exhaustive, and we welcome submissions in other related areas as well. We are committed to promoting scientific discovery and innovation in the fields of genomics, genetics, and molecular biology, and we look forward to receiving submissions that advance these goals.

Here are 200 additional keywords and sub-topics that fall within the scope of Genome Biology & Molecular Genetics:

Genomic instability
Proteogenomics
Pharmacogenomics
Epigenomic engineering
Gene expression regulation
Metabolic engineering
Genome-wide association studies
DNA methylation
Long noncoding RNA
Transposons
Chromatin organization
Molecular imaging
Gene networks
Single nucleotide polymorphisms
Alternative splicing
Immune system genetics
Genome editing ethics
MicroRNA biology
RNA interference
Mitochondrial genetics
Telomere biology
Cancer genomics
Gene therapy ethics
Organismal development genetics
Population genetics
Mammalian genetics
Neurogenetics
Epigenetic therapy
DNA damage response
Structural variants
CRISPR-based diagnostics
Mitotic recombination
Noncoding RNA regulation
Chromosomal abnormalities

Genome-wide epigenetic profiling

RNA editing

Genetic privacy
Tumor suppressor genes
Proteomic profiling

Protein-protein interactions
Synthetic genome engineering
DNA replication
Genetic determinants of aging
Genetic variation and disease
Epigenetic memory
RNA stability and decay
Eukaryotic transcriptional regulation
Long-read sequencing
Pharmacogenetics
Genetic counseling
Plant epigenetics
Bacterial genomics

RNA modifications

Viral genetics
Genetically modified organisms

Genome-wide association studies in non-human organisms

Oncogene addiction
Computational epigenomics
CRISPR-Cas systems
Genetic engineering in agriculture
Reproductive genetics
Chromosome segregation
Regulatory genomics
Comparative epigenomics

Gene expression regulation by chromatin

Gene therapy delivery methods

DNA repair mechanisms
RNA splicing variants
Stem cell epigenetics

Epigenetic modifications in disease
Host-pathogen interactions
Epigenetic inheritance mechanisms

Genome-wide chromatin profiling

Cancer genome evolution
Human genetics and ancestry

Epigenetic regulation of development

Mitosis and meiosis
Microbial ecology genomics
Epigenetic biomarkers
Metabolic pathway engineering
DNA replication stress
Genomic medicine

Pharmacogenomics and precision medicine

Somatic genome engineering
Genetic variation and drug response

Alternative splicing regulation

Cytogenetics
Chromosomal instability in cancer
Molecular diagnostics
Transcription factor networks
Epigenetic changes in aging
RNA structure and function

Genetically engineered model organisms

Noncoding RNA in development
Reproductive cloning

Epigenetic regulation of metabolism

Genomics in drug discovery
RNA-based therapeutics
Telomerase biology
CRISPR-based gene drives
Environmental epigenetics
Cellular heterogeneity in cancer
Gene editing and gene therapy safety
DNA damage repair mechanisms
Genome-wide CRISPR screens
Epigenetic regulation of cell fate
Epigenetic inheritance in plants
Population genomics of non-model organisms
Epigenetics of neurological disorders
Single-cell genomics
Regulation of DNA replication timing
Epigenetic regulation of immune system function
Genomic imprinting
Molecular genetics of plant development
Epigenetics of behavioral traits
Transcriptional enhancers and promoters
Epigenetic regulation of chromatin dynamics
Synthetic biology and genetic engineering
Genetic basis of adaptation
Epigenetic regulation of cardiac development
Genetic determinants of drug metabolism
Epigenetics of viral infections
Genome engineering using base editors
Comparative genomics of vertebrates
Epigenetic regulation of neuronal activity
Genome-wide association studies in model organisms
Proteomics of cellular signaling pathways
Epigenetic regulation of adipose tissue development
Genetics of complex traits
Synthetic lethality in cancer treatment
Epigenetics of environmental toxicants
Genome-scale metabolic modeling
Epigenetic regulation of the circadian clock
Genetic determinants of lifespan
Evolutionary genetics of sex chromosomes
Epigenetics of addiction and substance abuse
CRISPR-based gene therapy
Epigenetic regulation of stem cell differentiation
Genetic basis of human evolution
Epigenetics of cardiovascular disease
Comparative genomics of fungi
DNA damage checkpoint signaling
Epigenetic regulation of hematopoietic stem cells
Genetic determinants of sleep
Epigenetics of epidermal differentiation
CRISPR-based genome-wide screens
Genomics of host-microbe interactions
Epigenetic regulation of intestinal homeostasis
Genetic basis of social behavior
Epigenetics of lung development and disease
Genome-wide analysis of transcription factor binding
Epigenetic regulation of adipocyte metabolism
Genetic determinants of human intelligence
Genome engineering using recombinases
Epigenetics of kidney development and disease
Comparative genomics of insects
DNA damage tolerance mechanisms
Epigenetic regulation of synaptic plasticity
Evolutionary genetics of gene families
Epigenetics of aging-related diseases
CRISPR-based epigenome editing
Genetic determinants of personality traits
Epigenetics of stem cell self-renewal
Comparative genomics of bacteria
DNA damage-induced signaling pathways
Epigenetic regulation of mitochondrial function
Genetic basis of language development
Epigenetics of liver development and disease
Genome-scale modeling of cellular metabolism
Epigenetic regulation of immune cell differentiation
Comparative genomics of plants
Replication fork stability and dynamics
Epigenetic regulation of pancreatic development and disease
Genetic determinants of social cognition
CRISPR-based epigenetic screens
Epigenetic regulation of cancer stem cells
Evolutionary genetics of developmental pathways
Epigenetics of drug addiction and relapse
Genome engineering using CRISPR-STOP
Genetic basis of personality disorders
Epigenetics of hematopoietic lineage specification
Comparative genomics of algae
Genome instability and aging
Epigenetic regulation of T cell differentiation
Genetic determinants of altruism
Epigenetics of ocular development and disease
CRISPR-based gene drives
Epigenetic regulation of adipose tissue inflammation
Comparative genomics of viruses
DNA replication stress and genome instability
Epigenetics of neurodegenerative diseases
Genetic determinants of learning and memory
Epigenetic regulation of muscle development and disease
Genome-wide identification of genetic enhancers
Epigenetic regulation of innate immune response
Comparative genomics of marine organisms
DNA double-strand break repair mechanisms
Epigenetics of metabolic disorders
Genetic determinants of human personality
Genome-wide profiling of chromatin accessibility.
Epigenetic regulation of epigenetic modifiers
Comparative genomics of parasites
DNA damage response and cell cycle checkpoints
Epigenetics of mitochondrial diseases
Genetic determinants of emotional regulation
Epigenetic regulation of adipocyte differentiation
Genome-wide identification of genetic repressors
Epigenetic regulation of adaptive immunity
Comparative genomics of microbial communities
DNA repair and genome stability in cancer
Epigenetics of psychiatric disorders
Genetic determinants of human emotions
Epigenetic regulation of bone development and disease
Genome-wide identification of genetic interactions
Epigenetic regulation of neuroinflammation
Comparative genomics of archaea
DNA damage response and senescence
Epigenetics of endocrine disorders
Genetic determinants of social perception
Epigenetic regulation of adipose tissue function
Genome-wide identification of genetic variants
Epigenetic regulation of adaptive response to stress
Comparative genomics of coral reefs
DNA methylation and gene regulation
Epigenetics of metabolic reprogramming
Genetic determinants of cognitive flexibility
Epigenetic regulation of bone metabolism
Genome-wide identification of genetic drivers
Epigenetic regulation of gut microbiome composition
Comparative genomics of extremophiles
DNA replication origin recognition
Epigenetics of neurodevelopmental disorders
Genetic determinants of social cognition and behavior
Epigenetic regulation of cartilage development and disease
Genome-wide identification of genetic modulators
Epigenetic regulation of lymphocyte development and function
Comparative genomics of thermophiles
DNA damage response and genome stability in aging
Epigenetics of autoimmune diseases
Genetic determinants of human perception
Epigenetic regulation of adipose tissue remodeling
Genome-wide identification of genetic targets
Epigenetic regulation of tissue repair and regeneration
Comparative genomics of hydrothermal vents
DNA damage response and cancer therapy
Epigenetics of rare diseases
Genetic determinants of social learning
Epigenetic regulation of kidney function
Genome-wide identification of genetic biomarkers
Epigenetic regulation of neurodegeneration.

The Aims and Scope of "Genome Biology & Molecular Genetics" encompass a broad range of topics related to the understanding of the structure, function, and regulation of genomes and their impact on cellular processes, physiology, and disease. The Journal seeks to publish original research articles, reviews, commentaries and etc., that contribute to advancing our understanding of genome biology and molecular genetics. With an emphasis on open access, the Journal aims to provide a platform for dissemination of scientific knowledge to the widest possible audience. The keywords and sub-topics provided offer a glimpse into the diverse areas of research covered by the Journal, ranging from comparative genomics and epigenetics to DNA repair, gene regulation, and genetic determinants of human traits and diseases. Overall, the Journal's mission is to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and exchange of ideas among researchers working at the forefront of genome biology and molecular genetics.