BMC Gastroenterology is calling for submissions to our Collection on the future of gastroenterology: interdisciplinary perspectives.

As we advance into an era of personalized medicine and integrated care, interdisciplinary approaches are becoming increasingly vital in understanding and addressing the complexities of gastrointestinal diseases. This Collection seeks to explore the interrelationship of gastroenterology with various disciplines, including nutrition, microbiology, immunology, and advanced imaging technologies, highlighting the collaborative efforts that are shaping the future of this field.

The significance of interdisciplinary collaboration in gastroenterology cannot be understated, as it paves the way for solutions to longstanding challenges. Recent developments, such as the use of artificial intelligence in diagnostic imaging and the exploration of the gut microbiome's role in systemic health, have underscored the need for a more integrated approach to patient care. Such developments not only enhance our understanding of gastrointestinal diseases but also open up new avenues for therapeutic interventions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

As research in gastroenterology continues to expand, we anticipate remarkable developments in the coming years. Future studies may lead to the development of novel biomarkers for disease prediction, more targeted therapies based on individual genetic profiles, and improved methodologies for early detection and intervention. This ongoing exploration will likely result in a more holistic understanding of gastrointestinal health and disease, fostering a new paradigm in patient-centered care.

We encourage submissions on a wide array of topics, including but not limited to:

Interdisciplinary approaches in gastroenterology

Emerging trends in gastrointestinal research

Developments in hepatology and liver health

Technology and its impact on gastroenterology

Systemic health research in gastrointestinal disorders

The role of nutrition in gastrointestinal health

Innovations in gastrointestinal imaging techniques

The gut-brain axis and its implications for mental health

Microbiome research and its impact on disease management

Personalized medicine in gastroenterology

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 Gastroenterology is calling for submissions to our Collection on The gut microbiome: role in liver health and disease. The gut microbiome has emerged as a critical player to maintain liver health and the pathogenesis of liver diseases. The intricate relationship between gut microbiota and liver function, often referred to as the gut-liver axis, highlights how changes in microbiota composition can influence liver metabolism and overall hepatic health. Recent developments in this field have revealed that dysbiosis, or microbial imbalance, may contribute to conditions such as cirrhosis, alcoholic liver disease, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), hepatitis, and even liver cancer, underscoring the importance of understanding this complex interplay.

In addition, recent research shows the implications of gastrointestinal pathogenicity and the exacerbation of severity/outcomes in existing chronic liver disease. Mechanistic studies featuring host susceptibility related to gut microbiome alteration in liver disease can be submitted.

Investigating the role of the gut microbiome in liver health is essential for developing novel therapeutic strategies and interventions. Recent developments have identified specific microbial signatures associated with liver diseases, paving the way for potential diagnostic and prognostic tools. Moreover, interventions such as probiotics and dietary modifications have shown promise in improving liver health outcomes by restoring microbial balance. Future research could unveil novel biomarkers for early detection, elucidate the mechanisms underlying microbial influences on liver pathology, and refine therapeutic strategies targeting the microbiome.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

•The gut-liver axis and liver health

•Interactions between the gut microbiome and liver immunology

•Microbial metabolites and their effects on liver function

•Role of gut microbiota in cirrhosis

•Microbial signatures in viral hepatitis and liver cancer

•Gut microbiota in alcoholic liver disease and MASLD

•Gut-liver axis in autoimmune, cholestatic, hereditary and other rare liver diseases

•Gut microbiome modulation as a therapeutic strategy

•Probiotics and liver disease management

•Environmental impact in gut-liver axis

•The impact of diet on the gut-liver axis

•Fecal transplantation for liver diseases

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.