Advanced Research on Malaria: Molecular and Biochemical Perspectives
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 April 2026) | Viewed by 1033
Special Issue Editor
Interests: genome; malaria; parasites; resistance; adaptation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Malaria remains one of the most significant global health challenges, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives annually, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Despite decades of research, the parasite’s complex biology, drug resistance, and host-pathogen dynamics pose ongoing challenges as previously implemented interventions are not performing as expected. To accelerate the fight against malaria, we propose a special issue dedicated to exploring its molecular and biochemical dimensions. This issue will aim to bridge gaps in understanding the parasite’s biology, immune evasion strategies, and potential therapeutic avenues, providing a platform for groundbreaking research and innovative solutions.
Aims and Scope: The proposed special issue will focus on the latest advances in molecular and biochemical research on malaria.
The primary aims are:
- To deepen our understanding of Plasmodium biology, including its genetic, metabolic, and biochemical adaptations.
- To highlight host-pathogen interactions, particularly immune response mechanisms and their implications for disease progression.
- To showcase novel therapeutic targets and diagnostic tools derived from molecular and biochemical studies.
- To foster multidisciplinary collaborations by integrating findings from computational biology, structural biology, and systems biology.
The special issue will be organized around the following thematic areas:
- Molecular Mechanisms of Pathogenesis
- Host-Parasite Interactions
- Biochemical Pathways and Therapeutic Development
- Emerging Diagnostics and Vaccines
- Multidisciplinary Approaches and Systems Biology
Dr. Pedro Eduardo Ferreira
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- malaria
- vectors
- therapies
- resistance
- cellular mechanisms
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