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Special Issues
Pathogens publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. Special Issues are led by Guest Editors, who are experts on the topic and all Special Issue submissions follow MDPI's standard editorial process.
The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated Editorial Board Member will oversee Guest Editor appointments and Special Issue proposals, checking their content for relevance and ensuring the suitability of the material for the journal. The papers published in a Special Issue will be collected and displayed on a dedicated page of the journal’s website. Further information on MDPI's Special Issue polices and Guest Editor responsibilities can be found here. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.
Foodborne Pathogens: Genetic Profiling, Resistance, and Risk Assessment
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Advances in Molecular Epidemiology and Innovative Diagnostic Strategies for Infectious Disease Control
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Biosafety and Biosecurity in Work with Pathogens
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Molecular Epidemiology and Host-Pathogen Interactions in Infectious Diseases
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Preclinical Models for Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance: From Bench to Translational Insights
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Innovative Anti-Toxoplasma Strategies: Pharmacology and Drug Development
Deadline: 31 July 2026
From Animal Health to Public Health: Eco-Epidemiological Pathways of Neglected Tropical Diseases
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Advances in Fungal Pathogenesis and Antifungal Resistance
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Antimicrobial Resistance in the Post-COVID Era: A Silent Pandemic
Deadline: 20 July 2026
Emerging Trends in Arbovirus Research: Diagnosis, Transmission, and Therapeutic Development
Deadline: 20 July 2026
Advances in Rapid Detection and Quantification of Campylobacter in Food Safety
Deadline: 20 July 2026
From Commensal to Pathogen: The Dynamics of Host–Microbiome Interactions
Deadline: 20 July 2026
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