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Oct 31, 2023 | frontiersin.org | Cunming Duan

The effects of environmental pollution and climate change, often referred to as the ‘evils of civilization,’ both have an impact on metabolism and the emergence of malignant diseases. The One Health concept is an approach based on the close connection among people, animals, and the environment, encompassing environmental hazards and zoonotic diseases, but also other threats shared by humans, animals, and the environment.

Sep 22, 2023 | frontiersin.org | Cunming Duan

Environmental challenges, such as air pollution, heavy metals, climate change, and overuse of natural resources, are closely associated with the development of modern human complex diseases (1). Epidemiological and animal model studies have linked environmental pollutants to the increase of mortality and morbidity associated with the progression of complex diseases.

Aug 23, 2023 | frontiersin.org | Juan Ignacio |Cunming Duan

IntroductionWithin the submerged realm, where aquatic life orchestrates a delicate ballet with environmental cues, the journal Frontiers in Endocrinology presents a compelling Research Topic that delves into the intricate symphony of fish biology and its interaction with the environment.

Jul 11, 2023 | frontiersin.org | Cunming Duan

Genome editing is an advanced technology that enables scientists to make precise alterations to the DNA of living cells, holding great potential for transforming disease treatment, crop development, and even the creation of novel life forms. Among the most promising genome editing techniques is the CRISPR/Cas9 system, which has been modified to be programmable and target specific genes in any organism (1–3).

Jun 13, 2023 | frontiersin.org | Ali Abbara |Cunming Duan

Kisspeptin is increasingly recognized to have several roles in the body including in cancer, metabolism, and reproduction, highlighting it as a versatile peptide. Kisspeptins are peptides encoded for by the KISS1 gene and signal via the G-protein coupled kisspeptin receptor (KISS1R). Kisspeptin was first discovered as a regulator of cancer metastasis and then later as a potent regulator of hypothalamic gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) activity in the neuroendocrine-reproductive axis.