Progress and Challenges in Antimicrobial Resistance

Dear Colleagues,

In recent years, the rising threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has emerged as a pressing global challenge to human health, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability. The widespread nature of AMR demands a multidisciplinary approach to understand its mechanisms, implications, and potential mitigation strategies. Over the past decade, remarkable advancements in microbiology have provided unique insights into the complex dynamics of AMR. For instance, several recently published manuscripts have enlightened the power of metagenomics in deciphering the global landscape of antimicrobial resistance. These studies shed light on the diverse reservoirs of resistance genes across urban microbiomes worldwide, characterize the genetic determinants of resistance, explore the role of microbial communities in propagating resistance traits, and elucidate the ecological factors shaping the dissemination of resistance genes.

This Special Issue of the Journal of Fungi and Microorganisms aims to explore the recent advances in antimicrobial resistance, considering the developments observed in the last ten years. As such, this Special Issue seeks to further clarify the intricate interplay between microbial communities, antimicrobial agents, and resistance mechanisms. Furthermore, it intends to explore the clinical, veterinary, agricultural, and environmental dimensions of this problem, encompassing studies on novel therapeutic approaches, surveillance strategies, and interventions to mitigate the spread of resistance.

We invite contributions that encompass original research articles, reviews, perspectives, and commentaries addressing various aspects of AMR. Through collaborative efforts and interdisciplinary dialogue, we aim to advance our collective knowledge and contribute to the global efforts to combat antimicrobial resistance.

You may choose our Joint Special Issue in Journal of Fungi.

Sincerely,
Dr. Manuela Oliveira
Dr. Diana Dias Da Silva
Guest Editors

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• antibiotic resistance
• novel therapeutics
• resistance mechanisms
• molecular epidemiology
• one health approach