BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Researchers with Cutting-edge Microbiology Insights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Microbial Pathogenesis and Infectious Diseases:
Research examining the mechanisms of pathogenicity in bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including studies on antimicrobial resistance and virulence factors. - Environmental Microbiology and Bioremediation:
Studies focusing on microbial diversity in various environments, including soil and water, and the application of microbes for bioremediation of pollutants. - Food Microbiology and Safety:
Research on foodborne pathogens, probiotics, and the development of biopreservation techniques to enhance food safety. - Plant-Microbe Interactions:
Investigations into the roles of beneficial microbes in plant growth promotion and disease resistance, including the use of microbial inoculants. - Molecular and Genomic Microbiology:
Research utilizing molecular techniques and genomic analysis to understand microbial function, diversity, and evolution. - Clinical Microbiology and Diagnostics:
Studies focusing on the development of diagnostic tools and methodologies for detecting infectious agents and understanding their epidemiology.
Trending and Emerging
- Antimicrobial Resistance and Novel Therapeutics:
There is a growing emphasis on understanding mechanisms of resistance and exploring novel therapeutic strategies, including the use of bacteriophages, antimicrobial peptides, and natural compounds. - Microbial Applications in Agriculture:
Research is increasingly focused on the use of beneficial microbes for sustainable agricultural practices, including biofertilizers and biocontrol agents. - Impact of Microbiomes on Health:
Emerging studies are exploring the role of microbiomes in human health, particularly gut microbiota and its implications for diseases, nutrition, and metabolism. - Biotechnological Innovations:
There is a rising trend in studies that apply microbial biotechnology for industrial applications, including enzyme production, bioremediation, and bioenergy. - Infection Control and Public Health:
Research focusing on public health implications of microbial infections, including zoonoses and emerging infectious diseases, is becoming more prominent.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Antibiotics and Their Mechanisms:
Research focusing solely on the mechanisms of action of traditional antibiotics is decreasing, as the field shifts towards exploring alternative therapies and the implications of antimicrobial resistance. - Basic Taxonomy of Microorganisms:
Studies that primarily focus on the classification and taxonomy of microorganisms without exploring their ecological roles or applications are becoming less frequent. - Single-Organism Studies:
Publications that focus on the study of single microbial species are declining, with a trend towards more complex studies involving microbial communities and their interactions.
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