Antibacterial Activity of Novel Antimicrobial Agents
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Pharmacology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2026 | Viewed by 1080
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on the urgent need for novel antimicrobial agents to combat the global rise of antibiotic resistance. We present cutting-edge research exploring various strategies, including the development of new chemical entities, repurposing existing drugs, and innovative approaches like phage therapy and antimicrobial peptides. The encompass in vitro and in vivo evaluations of antimicrobial efficacy against various bacterial pathogens, including Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as mechanisms of action. They highlight advancements in understanding bacterial resistance mechanisms and the design of agents that overcome these challenges. This collection aims to stimulate further research and accelerate the translation of promising candidates into effective clinical therapies to address the critical threat of antimicrobial resistance.
Dr. Paweł Kowalczyk
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- novel antimicrobial agents
- antibiotic resistance
- chemical entities
- phage therapy
- bacterial pathogens
- antimicrobial peptides
- resistance mechanisms
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