Lung cancer (LC) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are among the
leading causes of mortality worldwide. Cigarette smoking is among the main aetiologic …

Epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) is a reversible process, in which epithelial cells
lose their epithelial traits and acquire a mesenchymal phenotype. This transformation has …

During smoking, nicotine, the most bountiful compound in cigarettes, is absorbed into the
body by the lungs and quickly metabolized in the liver, causing three major adverse impacts …

Air liquid interfaced (ALI) epithelial barriers are essential for homeostatic functions such as
nutrient transport and immunological protection. Dysfunction of such barriers are implicated …

The use of electronic nicotine dispensing systems (ENDS), also known as electronic
cigarettes (ECs), is common among adolescents and young adults with limited knowledge …

Background Ferroptosis in alveolar and bronchial epithelial cells is one of the main
mechanisms underlying the development of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) …

Background Epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT) might be central to lung cancer
development in smokers and COPD. We illustrate EMT changes in a broader demographic …

Chronic respiratory diseases are long-term conditions affecting the airways and other lung
components that are characterized by a high prevalence, disability rate, and mortality rate …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of mortality
globally and the risk of developing lung cancer is six times greater in individuals with COPD …

Lung cancer (LC) is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality, and it is caused by many
factors including cigarette smoking. Despite numerous treatment strategies for LC, its five …