Molecular and Therapeutic Insights into Antimicrobial Candidates and Antibiotics
A special issue of Antibiotics (ISSN 2079-6382). This special issue belongs to the section "Mechanism and Evolution of Antibiotic Resistance".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 January 2026 | Viewed by 9
Special Issue Editor
Interests: staphylococcus; antimicrobial resistance; molecular epidemiology; biofilms
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health threat, driven by the increasing prevalence of resistant pathogens and the overuse of existing antibiotics. As traditional treatments become less effective, there is an urgent need for novel antimicrobial strategies. In response to this urgent situation, the scientific community is actively engaged in the discovery and development of novel antimicrobial agents. Recent advancements in biotechnology, including the exploration of antimicrobial peptides and their synthetic analogs, have shown promise as potential alternatives to traditional antibiotics. These new candidates offer unique mechanisms of action that can potentially overcome existing resistance mechanisms.
This Special Issue aims to explore the latest advancements in antimicrobial research, focusing on the molecular mechanisms and therapeutic potential of new antimicrobial candidates and antibiotics. We invite submissions of original research and review articles that address the discovery, characterization, and mechanisms of action of novel antimicrobial agents, including antimicrobial peptides, natural products, and synthetic compounds. Studies on the genetic and biochemical basis of resistance, as well as the clinical applications and efficacy of antimicrobial drugs, are also welcome. By bringing together cutting-edge research from diverse fields, this Special Issue seeks to provide valuable insights and foster collaborative efforts to combat AMR.
Dr. Fábio Aguiar Alves
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- antimicrobial resistance
- novel antimicrobial agents
- molecular mechanisms
- therapeutic applications
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