New Horizons in the Fight Against Vector-Borne Diseases and Parasitic Infestations: From Basic Research to Applied Studies in Vaccines
A special issue of Vaccines (ISSN 2076-393X).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 16
Special Issue Editors
Interests: vaccines; transmission blocking vaccines; human and animal health; parasitic infestation; vectors
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Interests: tick; control; diagnosis; vaccine; resistance
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Vaccines are among the most effective tools for preventing infectious diseases and have significantly reduced global mortality and morbidity. Advances in vaccine development and distribution over recent decades have enabled the control of several illnesses, reinforcing their strategic role in public health.
However, vector-borne diseases — including dengue, Zika, chikungunya, yellow fever, malaria, and leishmaniasis — remain a major challenge. The biological complexity of these pathogens, the diversity of vectors, and changing environmental conditions hinder the development of long-lasting, effective vaccines. Rapid urbanization, climate change, and health inequities further contribute to the resurgence and spread of these diseases.
Recent approvals of vaccines for dengue and malaria mark important progress. Yet, issues around efficacy, long-term safety, and large-scale implementation remain. To address these gaps, sustained investment in scientific research, innovation, and equitable access policies is essential.
This Special Issue welcomes original articles, abstracts, and reviews that explore advanced concepts related to vaccine efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Submissions that deepen our understanding of these aspects will support the development of more targeted, effective, and evidence-based public health strategies, particularly in regions most affected by vector-borne diseases.
Dr. Rodolfo Cordeiro Giunchetti
Dr. Maykelin Fuentes Zaldívar
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- vaccine
- global health
- neglected diseases
- vectors
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