Challenges in Discovering Innovations Related to Biofilms: Virulence, Spread, Control Strategies and Treatment
A special issue of Pharmaceuticals (ISSN 1424-8247). This special issue belongs to the section "Pharmacology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 October 2025 | Viewed by 74
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The development of a thematic focus on biofilms presents a significant challenge given the vast scope and scientific interest in understanding these complex microbial communities. This Special Issue aims to encourage researchers to publish innovations that could provide deeper insights into the biofilm network. The aim is to highlight current advances in the field of biofilms, with particular attention to virulence mechanisms, biofilm formation and structure, as well as resistance to antimicrobial agents. New developments targeting biofilm dispersion and removal, especially through the application of natural or synthetic inhibitors (such as plant extracts, phytochemicals, nanoparticles, probiotics, biosurfactants, antimicrobial peptides, microbial enzymes, etc.), will also be a key focus of this issue. Additionally, strategies for controlling and treating infectious and environmental biofilms remain an evolving topic that holds significant promise for future research and is also slated for consideration. Addressing these priority scientific questions focused on biofilm research would reveal significant advancements in the field.
Dr. Tsvetelina Paunova-Krasteva
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biofilm
- structure
- pathogenesis
- virulence
- tolerance
- biofilm infections
- dispersion
- control strategies
- quorum sensing
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