Microbiology
A section of Biology (ISSN 2079-7737).
Section Information
Microorganisms are the second most abundant and diverse biological resources on Earth, which encompass viruses, prokaryotes, and certain eukaryotic groups such as microalgae, protozoa, and fungi. Undoubtably, microorganisms are crucial components of the Earth's biosphere. They exhibit all types of nutritional modes found in life forms, playing vital roles as synthesizers and decomposers of organic matter and occupying indispensable positions in Earth's chemical cycles. Microorganisms are the most widely distributed form of life, inhabiting every habitat on Earth. They interact extensively with plants, animals, and other microorganisms through saprophytic, symbiotic, or parasitic relationships, playing essential roles in the formation, homeostasis, and continuous evolution of natural ecosystems. Investigation of the basic laws underlying microbial behavior and life activities will help us deepen our understanding on life, enlighten our ideas on “synthetic life”, and develop therapeutic approaches to diseases.
Keywords
- Microbial “–omics”;
- Microbial biochemistry, physiology, and metabolism;
- Microbial drug resistance;
- Microbiomes;
- Host–pathogen interactions;
- Environmental microbiology;
- Applied microbiology, microbial biotechnology, and synthetic microbiology.
Editorial Board
Topical Advisory Panel
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Role of the Human Gut Microbiota in Health and Disease (Deadline: 21 May 2025)
- Gut Microbiome in Health and Disease (2nd Edition) (Deadline: 15 July 2025)
- The Evolving Trends of Freshwater Microbial Communities Under the Influence of Climate Change and Anthropogenic Pollution (Deadline: 15 July 2025)
- Advances in Foodborne Pathogens (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Phytoplasmas: Molecular Characterization and Host–Pathogen Interactions (2nd Edition) (Deadline: 31 July 2025)
- Advances in Leishmaniasis and Chagas Disease: Biology, Epidemiology, Treatment and Control (Deadline: 15 August 2025)
- Biosynthesis of Metabolites from Microorganisms, or Microorganism-Host Interaction? (Volume II) (Deadline: 1 September 2025)
- Metabolic Interactions between the Gut Microbiome and Host (Deadline: 30 October 2025)
- Biological Nitrogen Removal in the Multi-Omics Era: Coupling Anammox with Microbial-Mineral Synergy (Deadline: 25 November 2025)
- The Application of Microorganisms and Plants in Soil Improvement (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Gut Microbiota in Aquatic Animals Nutrition, Immunity, and Host–Microbe Interactions (Deadline: 15 February 2026)
- Aquatic Animal Pathogens and Immunity (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Advances in Systems Metabolic Engineering for Biochemicals Production (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Evolutionary Dynamics of Bacteria in the Gut Microbiome Within and Across Hosts (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Research Progress in Microbial Genetics and Genomics (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Microbial Contamination and Food Safety (Volume II) (Deadline: 15 May 2026)
- Interactions and Cross-Kingdom Regulation of Hosts and Pathogens/Parasites (Deadline: 1 June 2026)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions:
