State-of-the-Art Veterinary Microbiology in Italy (2026)
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Veterinary Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026
Special Issue Editor
Interests: microbiota; metagenomics; viral WGS; phylogeny; molecular typing
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Dear Colleagues,
Veterinary microbiology encompasses the study of microorganisms responsible for infectious diseases in animals, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding animal health, supporting animal production, and protecting public health within a One Health perspective. The Italian veterinary system—composed of public health institutes, university laboratories, and specialized research centers—has a long-standing tradition in surveillance, diagnostics, and research on pathogens affecting livestock, companion animals, wildlife, and aquatic species.
The field covers a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites that can impact animal health and, in many cases, pose zoonotic risks. The continuous emergence of new pathogens, the spread of antimicrobial resistance, and the need for advanced epidemiological tools highlight the importance of adopting state-of-the-art molecular and genomic approaches. Techniques such as Whole-Genome Sequencing (WGS), metagenomics, and innovative diagnostic platforms are increasingly essential to characterize pathogens, trace transmission routes, and improve the effectiveness of control strategies.
For these reasons, this Special Issue was designed to present contributions on the most recent advances in veterinary microbiology in Italy. We welcome studies addressing diagnostic, epidemiological, and research aspects, with particular emphasis on genomic, molecular, and innovative methodological approaches aimed at strengthening animal health and One Health preparedness.
Dr. Simone Peletto
Dr. Simone Peletto
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- poultry diseases
- pig diseases
- cattle diseases
- sheep and goat diseases
- companion animals
- laboratory animal diseases
- AMR in animals
- One Health
- zoonotic infectious disease
- animal models of infectious diseases
- veterinary epidemiology
- microbial virulence
- pathology
- animal microbiome
- diagnosis and surveillance
- immune response to infection in animals
- vaccination
- novel approaches to infection control
- probiotics and prebiotics
- exotic disease and diseases in zoological gardens
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