Veterinary Microbiology, Antimicrobial Resistance and Drug Usage
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Veterinary Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2027 | Viewed by 15
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Interests: nutrition; parasites; infectious diseases
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is becoming an increasingly serious threat to human, animal, and environmental health, and veterinary medicine plays a vital role in both preventing and combating resistant pathogens. The use of antimicrobials in farm animals and pets remains essential for animal health and welfare, but inappropriate or excessive use contributes to the selection and spread of resistant microorganisms. This Special Issue, “Veterinary Microbiology, Antimicrobial Resistance and Drug Usage”, will provide a comprehensive overview of current research trends addressing AMR in the veterinary context, with particular focus on the evolution and adaptation of microorganisms, the resistance mechanisms that they develop, and the responsible use of medications.
This Special Issue will contribute to updating information regarding the following:
- The epidemiology and surveillance of AMR in farm animals, fish farming, and pets;
- The molecular mechanisms and genetic determinants of resistance;
- The One Health perspective, including transmission pathways between animals, humans, and the environment;
- Patterns/protocols for antimicrobial use, management strategies, and policy interventions;
- The availability of alternatives to antibiotics, including vaccines, probiotics, proper nutrition, and/or other therapies;
- Advances in diagnostic tools for the rapid detection of resistant pathogens.
Through this multidisciplinary approach, this Special Issue will inform evidence-based practices and support global efforts to combat AMR, while ensuring sustainable animal production and health.
Dr. Ionela Hotea
Guest Editor
Dr. Corina Badea
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- antimicrobial resistance
- one health
- livestock animals
- pets
- diagnostic tools
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