Molecular Mechanism and Detection of SARS-CoV-2
A special issue of Biomolecules (ISSN 2218-273X). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 114
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the critical importance of understanding SARS-CoV-2's molecular mechanisms and detection methods. This special issue will focus on the latest advances in understanding viral pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, and diagnostic approaches for SARS-CoV-2 infection.
SARS-CoV-2 is characterized as a positive-sense single-stranded RNA virus that primarily enters host cells through spike protein-mediated mechanisms. The virus demonstrates sophisticated methods of immune evasion and utilizes the ACE2 receptor for cellular entry, leading to various pathological outcomes. Recent research has revealed novel insights into viral protein interactions, structural biology, and potential therapeutic targets.
This special issue aims to compile cutting-edge research on molecular mechanisms underlying SARS-CoV-2 infection, host immune responses, emerging variants, and advanced detection methods. We welcome original research articles, reviews, and perspectives that contribute to our understanding of viral pathogenesis and improve diagnostic capabilities.
Dr. Zaki A. Sherif
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- SARS-CoV-2 spike protein
- ACE2 receptor
- viral pathogenesis
- host-viral protein interactions
- molecular diagnostics
- RNA virus replication
- immune response
- viral structural proteins
- pathobiology
- RT-PCR detection
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