Bacterial Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance: Diagnosis and Management
A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Diagnostic Microbiology and Infectious Disease".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 45
Special Issue Editor
Interests: public health microbiology; bacterial meningitis; invasive meningococcal disease; invasive pneumococcal disease; molecular diagnostics; molecular typing; laboratory surveillance; molecular epidemiology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue addresses the growing global challenge of bacterial infections and the alarming rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). It explores innovative diagnostic approaches, including rapid molecular techniques, next-generation sequencing, and point-of-care testing, which enable early and accurate identification of pathogens and resistance patterns. This Special Issue also highlights the critical role of antimicrobial stewardship programs in optimizing the use of antibiotics and combating resistance. Advances in alternative therapies, such as phage therapy, immunotherapies, and novel antimicrobial agents, are discussed as promising strategies to address multidrug-resistant infections. Additionally, the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in infection management are examined for their potential to enhance diagnostics and treatment decision-making. Contributions from leading experts emphasize the need for a multidisciplinary approach, combining microbiology, clinical practice, and public health initiatives, to tackle AMR effectively. This collection not only provides a comprehensive overview of current challenges but also outlines future directions for research and policy, aiming to improve patient outcomes and mitigate the global threat of AMR.
Prof. Dr. Georgina Tzanakaki
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- bacterial infections
- antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
- diagnostic innovations
- molecular diagnostics
- antimicrobial stewardship
- multidrug-resistant pathogens
- alternative therapies
- artificial intelligence
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