Molecular Assays for Mutation and Infectious Agent Detection
A special issue of Genes (ISSN 2073-4425). This special issue belongs to the section "Technologies and Resources for Genetics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 April 2025 | Viewed by 81
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Molecular assays have revolutionized the detection of genetic mutations and infectious agents, providing rapid and precise diagnostic capabilities crucial for public health. This Special Issue focuses on advancements in molecular diagnostics, including PCR, digital PCR, next-generation sequencing and isothermal amplification, which enhance our ability to identify genetic mutations and detect pathogens efficiently. These technologies offer improved sensitivity, specificity and speed, facilitating the early diagnosis and targeted treatment of various diseases. We invite researchers to contribute original research and review articles that explore novel methodologies, comparative studies and practical applications of molecular assays in clinical and environmental settings. Our goal is to highlight the latest innovations and their impact on improving diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
Dr. Gustavo Barra
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- molecular diagnostics
- genetic mutations
- pathogen detection
- PCR
- digital PCR
- next-generation sequencing (NGS)
- isothermal amplification
- diagnostic technologies
- clinical applications
- public health
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