New Insight into Bacteriophage and Their Potential Applications
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: 20 August 2026 | Viewed by 808
Special Issue Editor
Interests: phage; antibacterial drug; mycobacterial
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Dear Colleagues,
The field of bacteriophage research is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by an ever-deepening understanding of phage biology and its translational potential. As the smallest yet most abundant biological entities, bacteriophages play a pivotal role in microbial ecosystems and serve as powerful tools for elucidating bacterial processes. Advances in genomics, structural biology, and synthetic biology have unveiled new dimensions of phage–host interactions, fostering innovative applications that span medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology.
In response to this exciting progress, we are delighted to introduce this Special Issue, entitled “New Insight into Bacteriophage and Their Potential Applications”. This Special Issue welcomes contributions that explore groundbreaking discoveries in phage biology, uncover novel mechanisms of action, and highlight emerging applications of bacteriophages. By showcasing interdisciplinary research, this Special Issue aims to bridge the gap between fundamental science and practical innovations, paving the way for transformative solutions to contemporary challenges such as antimicrobial resistance, environmental sustainability, and precision medicine.
Dr. Wilfried Moreira
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- bacteriophage
- phage biology
- phage-host interactions
- antimicrobial resistance
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