Advances in Molecular Characterization and Epidemiology of Plant Viruses
A special issue of Pathogens (ISSN 2076-0817). This special issue belongs to the section "Viral Pathogens".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 269
Special Issue Editor
Interests: virus; taxonomy; metatranscriptomics; data mining
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore the latest breakthroughs in understanding plant viral diseases at both the molecular and epidemiological levels. As global agricultural systems face increasing challenges from viral infections, this Special Issue sets out to highlight cutting-edge research in virus detection, molecular diagnostics, and the dynamics of virus spread in crops. We aim to delve into novel techniques for characterizing plant viruses, understanding their interactions with hosts, and assessing the impact on crop yield and food security. This Special Issue aims to provide valuable insights into how to improve plant health management strategies worldwide.
All types of articles are welcome to be submitted, including short reports, primary research articles, and reviews. We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Nicolas Bejerman
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- plant viruses
- metatranscriptomics
- epidemiology
- viral diseases
- virus detection
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