Microbial Survival and Transport Mechanisms with Various Fomites
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (29 September 2023) | Viewed by 3779
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Interests: environmental health; veterinary science; bioaerosols; infectious diseases; airborne transmission; air pollution; atmospheric science; one health
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Interests: tuberculosis; non-tuberculosis mycobacteria; airborne; transmission; infection; diagnosis; fomite;environment; survival
Interests: nontuberculous mycobacteria; bronchiectasi; primary ciliary dyskinesia; environment; epidemiology; treatment
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Dear Colleagues,
The dispersion of microorganisms, including pathogens, their survival and transport mechanism, is an essential factor for the mitigation of infectious diseases and other related topics. However, many research activities concerning pathogenic microorganisms have focused on characterizing and understanding the pathogen by itself. For a better understanding of the behavior of microorganisms, it is necessary to improve knowledge regarding the role of fomites, which affect the survival and/or transport of microorganisms in various environments. For this reason, there is a requirement to consolidate knowledge, including the physicochemical properties of fomites as factors promoting or inhibiting the survival of microorganisms. Specifically, we hope to better comprehend the function and role of fomites in protecting microorganisms from various stresses, such as ultraviolet ray irradiation, desiccation and oxidations. Obtaining information on fomites’ protective and infection-mediating role regarding these microorganisms would help control infectious diseases and maximize disinfection practices. Furthermore, we aim to share information on the symbiotic relationship between fomites and microorganisms, where fomites can contribute to the establishment of good microbial flora and other beneficial applications.
Prof. Dr. Jun Noda
Prof. Dr. Satoshi Mitarai
Dr. Kozo Morimoto
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- bioaerosol
- microbes-fomite interaction
- airborne transmission
- biological agent
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