Molecular Advances in Parvovirus
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 March 2025 | Viewed by 1488
Special Issue Editor
Interests: parvovirus B19; erythroid tropism; transcription factors; signaling pathways; erythropoiesis
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The evolution of research on the molecular mechanisms of parvoviruses represents a fascinating journey in our understanding of the interactions between these viruses and their hosts. From the initial discoveries of parvoviruses to the present day, there have been technological advancements and breakthroughs in molecular virology, which have significantly enriched our knowledge.
Early studies on parvoviruses primarily focused on their structure and classification. Over time, research shifted towards understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying parvovirus infection. More recently, advances in sequencing and genomics technologies have revolutionized our ability to study parvoviruses at the molecular level. Concurrently, the use of cellular and animal models has characterized the molecular mechanisms of parvovirus pathogenesis. Overall, the evolution of research on the molecular mechanisms of parvoviruses reflects the ongoing commitment of researchers to understand these complex pathogens. As new technologies emerge and new scientific questions arise, research on parvoviruses continues to advance, offering new perspectives on viral biology and opening new avenues for the development of antiviral therapies and vaccines.
This Special Issue invites original research and review articles, covering a diverse array of topics. Research areas of interest encompass an intricate interplay between cells and parvoviruses during viral replication, gene expression, latent or lytic infection, and viral structural protein and enzyme dynamics. Additionally, investigations into virus assembly, cell signaling pathways, post-translational modifications, and host factors are encouraged. Contributions exploring virus immune evasion, host immune responses, viral tumorigenesis or disease mechanisms, as well as developments in antiviral medications, vaccines, animal models, and gene therapy, are highly valued. Be inspired by this fascinating topic on the molecular mechanisms of parvoviruses.
Dr. Zahra Kadri
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- parvovirus structure
- parvovirus replication
- parvovirus proteome
- cell signaling pathways
- transcription, translation and post-translational modification
- host restriction factor
- host/parvovirus interaction
- recombinant virus and VLP
- immune evasion and/or activation
- host tropism (cell type and species)
- new experimental models and approaches
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