Understanding HIV Pathogenesis and Targeting for the Prevention and Cure
A special issue of Pathogens (ISSN 2076-0817). This special issue belongs to the section "Viral Pathogens".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 666
Special Issue Editors
Interests: vaccine; drug design; HIV envelope; HIV entry; HIV entry inhibitors
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Interests: sepsis; infections in obstetrics and gynecology; antimicrobial resistance; hospital-acquired infections; COVID-19; HIV
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Since its discovery in the early 1980s, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has been the focus of extensive research efforts, with the aim of understanding it and combating the global health challenge that it poses. Decades of scientific inquiry have profoundly enhanced our knowledge of this virus's pathogenesis and life cycle, laying a robust foundation for therapeutic advancements. These insights have catalyzed the development of numerous antiretroviral drugs, each designed to target distinct stages of the HIV replication process.
The translation of these discoveries into clinical practice has revolutionized HIV treatment. Combination antiretroviral therapy (cART), in particular, has emerged as a cornerstone of care, dramatically enhancing both the life expectancy and quality of life for individuals living with HIV. Despite these advances, the fight against HIV/AIDS is far from over. Ongoing research in vaccine development and treatment approaches such as gene therapy offer hope for future breakthroughs in HIV prevention and treatment.
For this Special Issue, we invite researchers to contribute original research findings and comprehensive review articles, showcasing cutting-edge work in the field of HIV science. By fostering the exchange of knowledge and ideas, we aim to further advance the global efforts to address the challenges posed by HIV/AIDS.
Dr. Saumya Anang
Dr. Karolina Akinosoglou
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- HIV
- AIDS
- pathogenesis
- treatment
- antiretroviral drugs
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