One World, One Health: Combatting the Spread of Multidrug-Resistant Pathogens at the Human–Animal–Environment Interface
A special issue of Veterinary Sciences (ISSN 2306-7381).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 May 2026 | Viewed by 1072
Special Issue Editor
Interests: Campylobacter; Salmonella; one health; antimicrobial resistance
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Dear Colleagues,
The "One World, One Health" approach recognizes that human, animal, and environmental health are deeply interconnected, particularly in the fight against multidrug-resistant (MDR) pathogens. The rise in antimicrobial resistance (AMR)—fueled by antibiotic overuse in healthcare, agriculture, and aquaculture—poses a grave global threat. Resistant bacteria spread across species through contaminated food, water, soil, and direct contact, undermining modern medicine and increasing mortality rates. By prioritizing cross-sector collaboration, sustainable practices, and public awareness, the One Health framework offers a path to curb AMR’s spread, protect vulnerable populations, and preserve antimicrobial efficacy for future generations. This Special Issue provides an opportunity to exchange research results, expertise, and opinions on the following topics:
- Surveillance and epidemiology of AMR in animals, humans, foods, and the environment, including integrated One Health monitoring systems.
- Molecular characterization of multidrug-resistant pathogens at the human–animal–environment interface (e.g., WGS, resistome, and mobilome analysis).
- Pathways and dynamics of foodborne AMR transmission through primary production, water systems, wildlife, and environmental reservoirs.
- AMR in zoonotic pathogens (e.g., Salmonella, Campylobacter, coli, Staphylococcus aureus) and implications for public health.
- Impact of antimicrobial use in veterinary practices, animal shelters, agriculture, and aquaculture on resistance emergence and dissemination.
- Innovative mitigation strategies to combat AMR, including alternatives to antibiotics (e.g., vaccines, bacteriophages, probiotics, antimicrobial peptides).
- Case and best practices on setting policy, legislation, and stewardship programs (national/regional) for prudent antimicrobial use across sectors.
- Environmental dimensions of AMR, including contamination of soil, water, and wastewater with antimicrobial residues and resistant bacteria.
- Socioeconomic and behavioral factors influencing antimicrobial use and resistance spread.
- Emerging technologies for rapid detection, surveillance, and control of MDR pathogens.
Both original research articles and review papers are welcome. We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions and advancing this exciting and impactful field together.
Dr. Ihab Habib
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- one health
- antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
- multidrug-resistant pathogens
- zoonoses
- foodborne AMR
- environmental reservoirs
- surveillance and epidemiology
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