Arcobacteraceae and Campylobacteraceae: Prevalence, Virulence and Antibiotics Resistance

Dear Colleagues,

Arcobacteraceae and Campylobacteraceae families can be found in distinct environments and hosts, ranging from water to the digestive tract of animals and humans. Among these, some species are recognized as human pathogens, such as Campylobacter jejuni, known as one of the most prevalent bacterial foodborne pathogens, or Aliarcobacter butzleri, also associated with self-limiting intestinal disease. However, other species are widely distributed in the animal–human–environment interface, with some presenting pathogenic potential in mammalian and non-mammalian hosts or even colonization ability. These bacteria also produce several virulence factors that may be associated with different disease outcomes, or even associated with an increase in resistance. In fact, epidemiological studies, reports on antibiotic resistance, or of the mechanisms behind this resistance are essential. To this end, the surveillance and understanding of Arcobactereaceae and Campylobactereacea distribution, pathogenesis and antimicrobial resistance is critical to develop new strategies that can contribute to control the bacteria more efficiently and comprehend their role in the environment and hosts.

Therefore, we invite authors to submit original research articles, reviews, clinical studies and case reports, communications, and short notes on these species.

Dr. Susana Ferreira
Dr. Mónica Oleastro
Guest Editors

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