The Latest Trends in the Molecular Epidemiology of Gram-Negative Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria
A special issue of Pathogens (ISSN 2076-0817). This special issue belongs to the section "Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 3
Special Issue Editor
Interests: antimicrobial resistance; molecular epidemiology; gram-negative bacteria; infection control
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to invite submissions to this Special Issue entitled “The Latest Trends in the Molecular Epidemiology of Gram-Negative Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria”. Multidrug-resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacteria pose a major problem for public health all over the world. The extended use of antimicrobials and the poor implementation of infection control measures are the two main causes of their appearance. The molecular epidemiology of these bacteria is dynamic and constantly evolving. Gaining knowledge about their exact mechanism of resistance is crucial to obtain the best treatment option available.
This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest trends in the molecular epidemiology of MDR Gram-negative bacteria and potentially underline the impact and efficacy of recently launched antimicrobials against these bacteria.
The submission of original research articles and reviews is welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following: the molecular epidemiology of MDR Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Acinetobacter baumannii, and even E. Coli. However, other MDR Gram-negative bacteria can also be included.
I look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Theodoros Karampatakis
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- gram-negative bacteria
- antimicrobial resistance
- molecular epidemiology
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