BMC Biology is calling for submissions to our Collection on Cancer metabolism. Cancer metabolism is a developing field that explores the biochemical and physiological changes that occur in cancer cells, which often exhibit distinct metabolic pathways compared to normal cells. Alterations such as the Warburg effect, where cancer cells preferentially utilize glycolysis for energy production even in the presence of oxygen, play a pivotal role in tumor progression and survival. Understanding the intricacies of cancer metabolism provides insights into how tumors adapt to their microenvironments and highlights potential therapeutic targets for intervention.

Future research in cancer metabolism promises to yield transformative insights that could reshape therapeutic approaches and improve precision medicine. The continued focus on metabolic pathways may lead to the identification of new biomarkers for cancer diagnosis and prognosis, as well as novel strategies to enhance the sensitivity of cancer cells to treatment. As we deepen our understanding of the metabolic landscape of tumors, we may uncover innovative strategies that exploit these vulnerabilities, ultimately leading to novel and more effective cancer treatments, as well as improved patient outcomes.

Recent advancements in the field, including the identification of metabolic reprogramming strategies and the influence of diet on tumor growth, have opened new avenues for research. Investigations into the roles of lipids, fatty acids, and dietary interventions, such as ketogenic diets, are revealing potential methods for manipulating tumor metabolism and enhancing the efficacy of existing treatments. We invite researchers to submit their work to this Collection, which aims to showcase groundbreaking research and technologies addressing cancer metabolism and support the advancement of this field, encompassing a wide array of topics related to metabolic pathways and their implications for cancer biology and therapy.

Potential topics include but are not limited to:

• Metabolic reprogramming in cancer cells
• The Warburg effect and its implications
• Role of mitochondria in cancer metabolism
• Impact of dietary interventions on tumor metabolism
• Glycolysis and lipid metabolism in cancer
• Animal models
• Imaging and method developments
• Metabolic engineering

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being).

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.

BMC Biology is calling for submissions to our Collection on Organelles and molecular assemblies in intercellular signalling. This Collection aims to highlight the diverse roles of organelles and molecular assemblies in driving cellular and developmental processes. From intracellular organization to tissue-level coordination, these structures are essential for maintaining homeostasis and responding to physiological and pathological cues.

We welcome research that explores how organelles and molecular assemblies contribute to intercellular communication, development, tissue dynamics, and disease—across all biological systems and model organisms.

We welcome studies on exosomes, migrasomes, blebbisomes, mechanosignalling, and the role of organelles—such as mitochondria—in extracellular and intercellular communication. Studies describing the role of cell adhesion molecules, gap junctions, synapses and cell surface receptors in intercellular communication are also encouraged. Studies may also focus on the disruption of secretory pathways and other organelle-mediated processes during disease onset, and their potential as a therapeutic target. Modelling and simulations that investigate and provide significant insights in intercellular communications and emergent properties in physiological contexts are also welcome.

Submissions on novel approaches in imaging, omics-based analyses, and high-throughput analysis to study organelle function and dynamics are particularly welcome.

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.