New Molecular Advances in Legionella Research
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 February 2025 | Viewed by 193
Special Issue Editor
Interests: immune evasion; Microsporidia; Acanthamoeba; Legionella; molecular diagnosis; cancer; apoptosis; antigen presentation; p53; immunology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Recent molecular advances in Legionella research have unveiled intricate mechanisms underlying its pathogenesis and environmental persistence. Studies have elucidated the role of virulence factors, such as secretion systems and effector proteins, in facilitating host cell invasion and immune evasion. Furthermore, genomic studies have revealed the genetic diversity among Legionella strains and identified key genomic regions associated with virulence and adaptation to diverse environments. Molecular epidemiological approaches, including whole-genome sequencing and phylogenetic analysis, have enhanced our understanding of Legionella transmission dynamics and outbreak investigations. Additionally, advancements in molecular diagnostics, such as PCR-based assays targeting specific Legionella genes, have improved the detection and rapid identification of this pathogen in clinical and environmental samples. These molecular insights are crucial for developing targeted therapeutic interventions, designing effective control strategies, and improving public health surveillance efforts to combat Legionella-associated diseases effectively.
Dr. Carolina Hurtado-Marcos
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- Legionella species
- Legionella-associated diseases
- new Diagnosis of Legionella
- immune evasión by Legionella
- legionella and interaction amebas
- virulence factors of Legionella
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