Deciphering Trypanosomatids by Using Molecular Biology and Omics Methods

Dear Colleagues,

Trypanosomatids belong to a group of unicellular parasites of considerable medical importance. These organisms have a peculiar molecular physiology, which makes them interesting models for studying non-canonical pathways in cellular functioning. Molecular biology, at first, and omics later have contributed to understanding the biology and pathogenicity of these organisms. In this Special Issue, we intend to provide an overview of the most recent advances in these areas, putting together the focal approach given by molecular biology with the global view achieved by the study of omics in trypanosomatids.

Potential topics include but are not limited to:

Genome organization;

DNA replication and repair;

Transcription regulation;

Protein synthesis;

Cell signaling;

Cell metabolism and bioenergetics;

Life cycle, cell cycle and differentiation.

Dr. Maria Carolina Elias
Guest Editor

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