Genetic Regulation of Parasite Development and Biological Phenotypes
A special issue of Genes (ISSN 2073-4425). This special issue belongs to the section "Microbial Genetics and Genomics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 April 2025) | Viewed by 287
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Parasites are a diverse and complex group of pathogens that pose serious threats to both human and animal health, including many significant zoonotic parasites. Compared to pathogens such as viruses and bacteria, parasites have more intricate life cycles. They not only progress through various developmental stages but often require multiple hosts to complete their life cycle. The developmental transitions and biological phenotypes, such as precocity and drug resistance, involve a coordinated interplay of various factors, with genetic regulation playing a central role. With advancements in omics technologies, the molecular mechanisms behind the genetic regulation of parasite development and biological traits are becoming more accessible. This research topic focuses on the integrated application of cutting-edge theories and techniques, such as omics, epigenetics, molecular biology, and gene editing, to explore the molecular mechanisms responsible for key phenotypes in parasitology, including biological, genetic, and immunological traits.
Dr. Xinming Tang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- parasites and omics
- life cycle
- development regulation
- biological phenotypes
- cutting-edge theories and techniques
- interaction
- vaccine and drug discovery
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