Feature Papers in Microbiomes

Dear Colleagues,

The field of microbiome research has experienced exponential growth in the past decade, revolutionizing our understanding of the complex relationships between microorganisms and their hosts. As we approach 2025, taking stock of the latest advancements and emerging trends in this dynamic field is essential. This Special Issue of Microorganisms aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the cutting-edge research and innovative approaches shaping the future of microbiome science through a compilation of timely research articles, reviews, and perspectives that capture the rapidly evolving landscape of microbiomes each year.

The scope of this Special Issue encompasses a wide range of topics, including the application of next-generation sequencing technologies for microbiome profiling, the integration of multi-omics data to unravel the functional potential of microbial communities, the development of computational tools for microbiome data analysis, and the translation of microbiome research into clinical and environmental interventions. We particularly welcome submissions that explore the role of the microbiome in human and animal health and disease, the impact of environmental factors on microbial communities, and the potential of microbiome-based therapies and biotechnological applications.

By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange, we aim to advance the field of microbiome research and pave the way for groundbreaking discoveries that will have far-reaching implications for human and animal well-being, environmental sustainability, and the development of innovative biotechnological solutions.

Dr. Pabulo H. Rampelotto
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 250 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for assessment.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Microorganisms is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2700 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.