Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases: Recent Developments on Therapeutics, Clinical Epidemiology and Transmission

Dear Colleagues,

In the modern age, ease of cross-border travelling has become a potent driving force in the emergence and global spread of infectious diseases. In addition to constant viral evolution and adaptation, human and ecological factors, such as the breakdown of public health measures and climate change, have contributed to the emergence and re-emergence of infectious diseases. Hence, the sustained flow of new information is necessary in order to complement and cope with the perpetual challenges caused by these infections. This Special Issue aims to highlight recent scientific and technical developments in novel and improved therapeutic agents and inhibitors, as well as the latest epidemiological data on different emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. Moreover, we are interested in research outputs on underlying epigenetics and immunologic pathways that may regulate or enhance the transmission and pathogenesis of the involved agents. We welcome original research articles, reviews and case reports based on authors’ research findings and expertise. Our goal is to provide extensive coverage of high-quality research and comprehensive reviews, which we hope will contribute considerably to existing research and benefit the medical community.

Dr. Yee Tsuey Ong
Dr. Adrian Oo
Guest Editors

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