Molecular Toxicity Research of Biological Venoms

Dear Colleagues,

Animal poisons and venoms are complex mixtures of bioactive molecules that interact with biological targets, leading to a range of physiological responses in the envenomed organisms. The molecular diversity and specificity of venom components make them invaluable tools with significant potential in medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology. The articles in this Special Issue will highlight the potential of venom-derived compounds as therapeutic agents or pharmacological tools, including their antitumor, antimicrobial, and insecticidal activities. Articles on the challenges and innovations in translating venom-derived compounds into clinical or agricultural applications are also welcome.

Edited by Dr. Karla Bordon (University of São Paulo) and Prof. Dr. Suely Vilela (University of São Paulo) and assisted by our Thematic Advisory Panel Member Prof. Dr. Cháriston Dal Belo (Federal University of São Paulo), this Special Issue focuses on the functional analysis of animal venoms and poisons and the interaction of their components with biological targets at the molecular level. Original research articles, short communications and reviews highlighting the significance of molecular toxicity research of biological venoms in both basic science and applied biotechnology are welcome in this Special Issue.

Dr. Karla De Castro Figueiredo Bordon
Prof. Dr. Suely Vilela Sampaio
Guest Editors

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