Deciphering the Multifaceted Mechanisms of Antimicrobial Peptides
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Macromolecules".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2026 | Viewed by 1288
Special Issue Editor
Interests: antimicrobial peptides; mechanism of peptide drugs; bacterial resistance; antibiotic alternatives; IgY antobody; vaccines; drug development for the treatment bacterial infection
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Dear Colleagues,
Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are a diverse group of endogenous molecules that play a crucial role in the innate immune system of virtually all living organisms. They are nature's ancient defense against pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. AMPs exhibit broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity and are considered a promising alternative to conventional antibiotics in the face of rising antibiotic resistance. This Special Issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research that delves into the complex mechanisms underlying the action of AMPs, shedding light on their potential in therapeutic applications and their evolutionary significance in the perpetual arms race between hosts and pathogens. AMPs are characterized by their cationic nature, amphipathic structure, and diverse mechanisms of action, which include membrane disruption, inhibition of cellular processes, and immune modulation.
In this Special Issue of IJMS, we invite authors to contribute original research and review articles focusing on elucidating the fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying the biology of AMPs.
Prof. Dr. Xiumin Wang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- antimicrobial peptides
- antimicrobial activity
- mechanisms of action
- membrane disruption
- inhibition of cellular processes
- immune modulation
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