Toxicity of Animal Venoms and the Components: Molecular Mechanisms of Action
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 27
Special Issue Editor
Interests: functional proteomics; peptide chemistry; biodiscovery; natural bioactive peptides; computational chemistry
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Dear Colleagues,
Animal venoms represent a vast and chemically diverse arsenal of biologically active molecules evolved for predation, defence, and competition. This Special Issue brings together cutting-edge research and reviews that deepen our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying venom toxicity. Contributions span a wide range of venomous taxa and highlight the biochemical complexity of venom components, such as proteins, peptides, and small-molecule toxins.
The studies featured here explore the interaction of venom molecules with cellular targets, such as ion channels, receptors, and other biological molecules. These interactions lead to a variety of effects, including cytotoxic, neurotoxic, hemotoxic, or immunomodulatory effects. In addition to mechanistic insights, this issue also covers evolutionary perspectives, structure-function relationships, and emerging biotechnological applications of venom-derived compounds in drug discovery and therapeutic development.
By providing a comprehensive view of the functional roles and molecular actions of venom components, this Special Issue advances our understanding of toxin biology and inspires the translation of venom research into medical and scientific innovations.
Dr. Tianfang Wang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- venom toxicity
- biochemical activity
- toxin biology
- cellular targets
- peptide
- protein
- structure–function relationships
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