Host-pathogen interaction is a complex communication between pathogens with their host. Such interactions either result in a disease occurrence in the host or may result in a carrier stage, where the host harbors the pathogen without showing any sign or symptoms. These interactions can also cause the destruction of the pathogen with or without the development of resistance against it in the host. Host factors, such as innate immune response, also influence the pathogen, where the pathogen may evolve for its survival and could convert itself into a new variant.
The outcome of infectious diseases depends on the results of the complex interactions between the host and its pathogen. Host-pathogen interaction influences each other. The pathogen may modulate the host cell for its survival or induce host cell death. Simultaneously, the host cell may produce antimicrobial compounds, cytokines or other factors to eliminate the pathogen with or without alerting the neighboring cells. Different pathogens or host cells may respond to this interaction differently depending upon their genetic makeup, chemical composition, or location in the host. A better understanding of these interactions not only helps us in improving our knowledge about infectious diseases but also assists us in preparing the strategies for their control and proper diagnosis.
The current research topic invites the most recent and advanced information on host-pathogen interaction and their influence on disease pathogenesis. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, viruses, bacteria, or parasites. This topic also includes a beneficial symbiotic relationship between host and microbes, which were initially considered as pathogenic. Original research articles, short communication, and reviews focusing on the current topic are welcome.
Host-pathogen interaction is a complex communication between pathogens with their host. Such interactions either result in a disease occurrence in the host or may result in a carrier stage, where the host harbors the pathogen without showing any sign or symptoms. These interactions can also cause the destruction of the pathogen with or without the development of resistance against it in the host. Host factors, such as innate immune response, also influence the pathogen, where the pathogen may evolve for its survival and could convert itself into a new variant.
The outcome of infectious diseases depends on the results of the complex interactions between the host and its pathogen. Host-pathogen interaction influences each other. The pathogen may modulate the host cell for its survival or induce host cell death. Simultaneously, the host cell may produce antimicrobial compounds, cytokines or other factors to eliminate the pathogen with or without alerting the neighboring cells. Different pathogens or host cells may respond to this interaction differently depending upon their genetic makeup, chemical composition, or location in the host. A better understanding of these interactions not only helps us in improving our knowledge about infectious diseases but also assists us in preparing the strategies for their control and proper diagnosis.
The current research topic invites the most recent and advanced information on host-pathogen interaction and their influence on disease pathogenesis. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, viruses, bacteria, or parasites. This topic also includes a beneficial symbiotic relationship between host and microbes, which were initially considered as pathogenic. Original research articles, short communication, and reviews focusing on the current topic are welcome.
