About this Research Topic
This Research Topic is focused on elucidating the RNA regulation mechanisms that govern microbial-host interactions. Despite significant advances, the precise roles of RNA molecules and their modifications in modulating host immune responses and microbial strategies remain incompletely understood. By fostering research into the mechanistic aspects of RNA modifications, RNA expression, and their regulatory networks, this topic aims to bridge existing knowledge gaps. We seek to uncover how these RNA-based mechanisms can be exploited by pathogens to evade immune detection and how they can be harnessed by hosts to mount effective defenses. Ultimately, this Research Topic aspires to identify novel RNA-centric therapeutic targets and strategies to combat infectious diseases, thereby enhancing our ability to address current and emerging public health threats.
Authors are encouraged to submit original research, reviews, and perspectives that provide new insights into RNA regulation mechanisms in different microbial-host interactions. We invite contributors to address the following specific themes:
- Mechanisms by which viruses hijack host RNA machinery to enhance replication and evade immune responses.
- The role of small RNAs (sRNAs) and other RNA molecules in bacterial pathogenesis and adaptation to host environments.
- Host cellular responses and RNA-based defenses against microbial infections.
- Development of RNA-targeted therapies to combat microbial infections and restore host health.
- Innovative techniques for studying RNA regulation in microbial-host interactions, including RNA-seq or RNA expression mechanism.
Keywords: Microbes, Virus, Bioinformatics, RNA, Bacteria
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