Microbial dynamics within natural ecosystems are drastically influenced by the recent climate change implications, leading to substantial challenges in maintaining food safety, environmental integrity, and human health. The emergence of microbial threats, including multi-drug resistant bacteria and anti-fungal tolerant species, is being exacerbated by anthropogenic activities and temperature fluctuations prompted by climate change. These emerging microbes not only pose a direct threat to public health but also implicate the broader ecological systems in which they reside.
This Research Topic aims to adopt a comprehensive and holistic One Health approach to effectively comprehend and combat these microbial threats. Interdisciplinary strategies are crucial to explore the pathogenic nature of new microbes and to implement advanced monitoring systems that can preemptively identify these threats. The ultimate goal is to develop multi-faceted management strategies involving prevention, rapid response, and sustainable practices that can mitigate the negative impacts on ecosystems and human populations alike. Moreover, new therapeutic interventions need to be researched and developed to prevent and treat diseases caused by these pathogens, ultimately aiming to ensure the protection and sustainability of our ecosystems and public health.
To gather further insights in the interface of microbes with ecosystems and human health, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
o Novel emerging microbial threats in agricultural and aquatic environments
o Microbial pathogenicity and mechanisms of resistance in new contexts
o Innovative therapeutic strategies and treatments for emerging pathogens
o Comprehensive monitoring systems for early detection of microbial threats
o Epidemiological studies on cross-transmission of pathogens across various sectors
Keywords: Microbiome; Emerging microbial pathogens; Candida auris; Aspergillus; Protists; Phage therapy; Antibiotic, antifungal, and multi-drug resistance; Biofilm; Quorum sensing and quorum quenching; One Health
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