Viral Infection and The Discovery and Mode of Action of Novel Antivirals
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Virology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 350
Special Issue Editor
Interests: virology; DNA viruses; antivirals; drug resistance
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The infectious disease landscape is constantly evolving, with viral infections posing a significant threat to global health. New antiviral agents can combat emerging and re-emerging viral threats. This Special Issue aims to collate the latest research and reviews on the mechanisms of viral infections and the development of innovative antiviral therapies.
Scope of the Special Issue:
Mechanisms of viral infection: Examining how viruses infect host cells, evade the immune system and establish infection, providing insights into the pathogenesis of viral diseases.
Identification of novel antivirals: Presenting cutting-edge research into the discovery of new antiviral compounds, including in vitro and in silico screening methods, and natural products with antiviral properties.
Mode of action of antivirals: Detailed exploration of the mechanisms by which novel antivirals interfere with viral replication, assembly and release, highlighting the molecular targets and pathways involved.
Drug resistance and viral evolution: Discussion of the challenges of viral resistance to existing antivirals and strategies for developing drugs that can overcome these challenges.
Clinical trials and therapeutic potential: Reviews of the progress of novel antivirals in clinical trials, their efficacy, safety and potential impact on the treatment of viral infections.
Future Perspectives: An outlook on the future of antiviral drug development, including emerging technologies, novel approaches and the importance of interdisciplinary research.
Dr. Graciela Andrei
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- viral infection
- novel antivirals
- drug resistance
- viral evolution
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