Advances in Research on Entomopathogenic Fungi
A special issue of Journal of Fungi (ISSN 2309-608X). This special issue belongs to the section "Fungi in Agriculture and Biotechnology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 14
Special Issue Editor
Interests: microbial control of arthropods with emphasis on the use of entomopathogenic fungi; epidemiology; public health
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This research topic aims to publish original articles and reviews on entomopathogenic fungi (EPF), focusing on their use as biological control agents. Key areas include molecular taxonomy, strain isolation, molecular characterization, and virulence against arthropods of agricultural, veterinary, and public health importance. It also welcomes studies on arthropod immune responses to EPF, contributing to the understanding of host–pathogen interactions. Emphasis is placed on biotechnological tools to identify and apply genes or gene products that enhance EPF efficacy, as well as on advances in the ecology of biological control agents. Contributions exploring infection mechanisms, gene expression in fungal differentiation and pathogenicity, and metabolites linked to virulence and host specificity are strongly encouraged. By integrating molecular biology, biotechnology, and ecology, this research topic provides a platform for advancing knowledge in EPF-based pest and vector management. Submissions addressing related or emerging themes in this field are also welcome.
Dr. Isabele da Costa Angelo
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- entomopathogenic fungi
- biological control
- molecular taxonomy
- fungal virulence
- arthropod immunity
- biotechnological tools
- pathogenicity genes
- host–pathogen interaction
- fungal metabolites
- pest management
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