Caliciviruses
A special issue of Viruses (ISSN 1999-4915). This special issue belongs to the section "Human Virology and Viral Diseases".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2024 | Viewed by 1078
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce the launch of a Special Issue of Viruses dedicated to the in-depth exploration of the family Caliciviridae. This Special Issue aims to enhance our understanding of this diverse family, which currently encompasses eleven genera. The family Caliciviridae has been detected in a wide range of animals, with seven genera infecting mammals (Lagovirus, Norovirus, Nebovirus, Recovirus, Sapovirus, Valovirus, and Vesivirus), two infecting birds (Bavovirus and Nacovirus), and two infecting fish (Minovirus and Salovirus). Additionally, several unclassified caliciviruses have been identified.
Advancements in metagenomics and novel in vivo and in vitro infection model systems have significantly expanded our understanding of the diversity of the family Caliciviridae and its interactions with host organisms. In recent years, significant progress has been made in understanding the calicivirus life cycle, the biology of infections in humans and animals, epidemiology, and immunity. Notably, new transmission routes have been discovered for noroviruses, as well as genotype-specific differences in virus–host interactions, and ongoing efforts are being made to develop treatment strategies and vaccines to control acute and chronic infections.
Therefore, we invite the submission of various types of manuscripts, including reviews, research articles, and short communications, that explore novel discoveries in the field of calicivirus research. Specifically, we encourage investigations related to epidemiology, evolution, replication, and virus–host interactions, although other relevant topics are also welcome.
We look forward to receiving your contributions to this Special Issue.
Dr. Miranda De Graaf
Guest Editor
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