Young Investigators in Plant Virology
A special issue of Viruses (ISSN 1999-4915). This special issue belongs to the section "Viruses of Plants, Fungi and Protozoa".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 12
Special Issue Editors
Interests: virus identification in fruit trees; virus detection; pathogenic mechanisms of plant viruses
Interests: plant viruses; virus-plant interactions; viral and bacterial diseases of citrus; citrus tristeza virus; diagnostic methods; virus characterization
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Plant viruses pose significant threats to global agriculture, primarily affecting crop yields and food quality. Factors such as climate changes and trade activities have induced alterations in the ecology of viral vectors and in the dynamics of virus–host interactions. Moreover, the number of outbreaks of emerging and re-emerging viral diseases has widely increased, but so have technological advances in diagnostics, which have improved surveillance activities. This Special Issue, "Young Investigators in Plant Virology", will highlight cutting-edge research from emerging scientists in the field of plant virology. We invite contributions that explore novel aspects of plant virus biology, including the discovery of new viruses or strains, pathogenicity, virus–host interactions, the molecular mechanisms behind infection, viral evolution, and innovative strategies for virus control and resistance. By showcasing the work of young investigators, this Special Issue will provide a platform for the next generation of plant virologists to share their insights and advancements, fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing the challenges posed by plant viruses.
Dr. Xudong Fan
Dr. Grazia Licciardello
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- plant viruses
- virus–host interactions
- molecular virology
- viral evolution
- resistance mechanisms
- agricultural impact
- emerging pathogens
- diagnostic tools
- control strategies
- young investigators
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