Genetics and Epidemiology of Parasites
A special issue of Genes (ISSN 2073-4425). This special issue belongs to the section "Microbial Genetics and Genomics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 December 2025 | Viewed by 6
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, the convergence of classical parasitology and cutting-edge genomic and molecular technologies has revolutionized our understanding of parasitic organisms and the diseases they cause. This Special Issue, titled “Genetics and Epidemiology of Parasites”, aims to provide a platform for exploring the intricate connections between a parasite's genetic blueprint and its epidemiological patterns.
This Issue welcomes contributions on a broad spectrum of topics, including, but not limited to, the following: the genetic diversity and population structure of parasites; the molecular basis of host–parasite coevolution; genomic adaptations to parasitic lifestyles; the mechanisms of drug resistance and virulence; the use of molecular tools for diagnostics and surveillance; and the application of genomic epidemiology to track transmission dynamics.
Particular emphasis will be placed on parasites of significance in the domains of public health and veterinary science, including neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) and zoonotic pathogens, as well as the impact of environmental changes on parasite distribution and evolution. By gathering original research articles, reviews, and short communications from leading experts in the field, this Special Issue aims to foster a synergistic dialogue between geneticists, epidemiologists, and field parasitologists. The ultimate goal is to showcase novel insights that can inform the development of innovative control strategies, diagnostics, and therapeutic interventions for parasitic diseases.
Dr. Joanna Da̧browska
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- parasite genetics
- parasite genomics
- WGS
- molecular epidemiology
- zoonoses
- virulence and pathogenesis
- transmission dynamics
- genetic diversity
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