Antimicrobial Peptides in Agriculture and Food Safety
A special issue of Antibiotics (ISSN 2079-6382).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 64
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The rising prevalence of resistant bacterial strains poses a critical threat to both human and animal health, and finding new antibacterial agents is imperative. Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are small peptides that exist naturally as an important component of the innate immune system in various organisms. Notably, the AMPs possess antibacterial activity towards a wide spectrum of pathogens, showcasing their potential applications in diverse fields, including agriculture and food safety.
This research topic aims to explore innovative AMP-based approaches for the development of novel and effective antimicrobial agents. Primary objectives include AI-based discovery and design of AMPs, biotechnological production and optimization, elucidation of their mechanisms of action, development of efficient delivery systems, and identification of potential application scenarios. Additionally, the research will emphasize translational efforts, particularly in terms of safety, efficacy, stability and cost-effectiveness, to promote these AMPs into practical applications.
To gain further insight into the AMPs in agriculture and food safety, we invite you to join us in this Special Issue.
Prof. Dr. Da Teng
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- AI-based discovery and design
- biotechnology
- mechanisms of action
- novel delivery systems
- animal husbandry
- aquaculture
- plant conservation
- food preservation
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