Frontiers in Vascular Physiology _ Speciality Section of Frontiers in Physiology

Frontiers in Vascular Physiology is a Specialty Section of Frontiers in Physiology. It is devoted to embracing the field of vascular physiology with all its many facets from the molecular to the intact system level. The vascular system is the most remarkable network of conveyance and distribution in the human body from large conductance vessels to the microcirculatory and lymphatic systems. Through understanding the specialized adaptations at the sub-cellular and cellular levels we are comprehending how the vasculature serves the unique needs and function of every individual organ and tissue. Our goal is to promote rapid advancement of our knowledge of the vasculature, which is critical to improving our insight into and treatment of vascular diseases and related disorders. This specialty section by its very nature is multidisciplinary. Therefore, an important mission of this Frontiers in Vascular Physiology is to be encompassing. Papers are encouraged that focus on mechanisms at the molecular, cellular, intact tissue, or system level and that use approaches from the biological, biochemical, biophysical, engineering or clinical disciplines. Frontiers in Vascular Physiology is also interested in emerging science; therefore, papers describing new advances in the following areas are encouraged: models, technologies or applications of technologies (e.g., imaging), genetic and tissue engineering, therapeutic vascular targeting and processes of angio- and vasculogenesis.