New Insights into Viral Infections of Domestic Animals
A special issue of Pathogens (ISSN 2076-0817). This special issue belongs to the section "Emerging Pathogens".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 99
Special Issue Editors
Interests: retroviral infections; genetic resistance; diagnostics
Interests: immunology; small ruminant lentivirus; vaccine design; orf virus; viral vectors
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are delighted to invite you to contribute to a Special Issue of Pathogens, entitled “New Insights into Viral Infections of Domestic Animals.” This Special Issue aims to bring together groundbreaking research and innovative insights that enhance our understanding and management of these infections, which pose significant challenges to animal health, economic stability, and public health.
Viral infections in domestic animals, including livestock and companion animals, have widespread impacts on the productivity and welfare of animals, as well as substantial economic repercussions, and pose zoonotic risks to human populations. Recent outbreaks, such as those caused by SARS-CoV-2 and avian influenza H5N1, underscore the urgent need for continued research and the development of effective control measures.
We are particularly interested in original research articles, review articles, and case studies that address various aspects of viral infections in domestic animals. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Epidemiology and surveillance of viral infections
- Pathogenesis and host–virus interactions
- Advances in diagnostic methodologies
- Development and evaluation of vaccines and antiviral therapies;
- Genetic and molecular characterization of viruses;
- Zoonotic potential and public health implications;
- Strategies for prevention and control;
- Emerging and re-emerging viral infections;
- Genetic resistance to viral infections.
We encourage submissions that present novel findings and methodologies, contribute to the development of new diagnostic tools and treatments, and explore the genetic and immunological factors underlying viral infections. Interdisciplinary studies that integrate veterinary science, virology, immunology, and public health are particularly welcomed.
All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the highest standards of scientific quality and integrity. Accepted papers will be published online with open access, providing broad visibility to your research within the scientific community and beyond.
We look forward to your valuable contributions to this Special Issue, which aims to foster collaboration, advance knowledge, and develop innovative solutions to the pressing challenges posed by viral infections in domestic animals. Together, we can make significant strides in safeguarding animal and public health.
Dr. Hugo Ramírez-Álvarez
Dr. Ramsés Reina
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- emerging viral diseases
- zoonoses
- immunogens, diagnostics
- genetic resistance
- one health
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