Overview
Apoptosis, also known as programmed cell death, is a process that is necessary for the development and maintenance of the body’s cells. It is a natural and important process for the human body, as it helps to regulate the growth, development and maintenance of cells. Apoptosis is triggered by numerous physiological processes, and disruption or deregulation of these processes can result in serious medical conditions and diseases. Apoptosis is an important tool for controlling and preventing cancer and other diseases, as well as being beneficial in the development of treatments for chronic diseases. Apoptosis is also important in embryonic development, immune response and maintaining the balance of tissue repair. Its therapeutic uses are also being explored, including gene therapy and fighting against drug resistance. Apoptosis is an essential process for the human body, and understanding and research of apoptosis continues to help improve the treatment of many medical conditions.
Research published in this journal
12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
How this research is being cited
The 12 articles above have been cited 87 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2026 · Biomolecules
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2026 · Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
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2026 · Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences
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2026 · Molecular Biology Reports
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2026 · AAPS PharmSciTech
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2026 · Gene Reports
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2025 · BMC Pharmacology and Toxicology
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2025 · Chemosphere
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