RNA Viruses and Antibody Response, 2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

Infectious diseases represent one of the major public health concerns at the global level. Clinically important RNA viruses (for example, Chikungunya virus (CHIKV), Dengue virus (DENV), Zika virus (ZIKV), influenza virus and SARS) have garnered an increased level of attention due to the frequent emergence and re-emergence of pathogens. Epidemiological data show increasing evidence of the importance of antibody-mediated protection against RNA viruses, highlighting the possibility of using antibodies in therapeutic or prophylactic treatments. In Volume 2 of this Special Issue, we will focus on the adaptive immune response (particularly antibody response) mediated by RNA virus infection. Research studies can be focused on the evaluation of antibody responses, epitope identification, antibody-based diagnostic assay development or vaccine development. New investigative techniques or methods to improve the understanding of antibody profiles and promote the health status of the hosts are also within the scope of this Special Issue.

Dr. Jason Yiu Wing Kam
Guest Editor

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