Understanding the Pathogenesis of Streptococcus suis
A special issue of Pathogens (ISSN 2076-0817). This special issue belongs to the section "Bacterial Pathogens".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2025 | Viewed by 239
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Streptococcus suis is an important swine pathogen capable of causing significant economic repercussions within the global swine industry and posing zoonotic risks. In humans, S. suis infections can result in severe systemic illnesses, such as meningitis, septicemia, and endocarditis, particularly among individuals with occupational exposure to pigs or pork products. Despite its significance, many facets of S. suis pathogenesis remain poorly understood, including the impact of genetic diversity on virulence. This Special Issue strives to offer a comprehensive overview of ongoing research endeavors aimed at elucidating the pathogenesis of S. suis and its ramifications for both veterinary and public health.
While this Special Issue primarily delves into virulence factors and host–pathogen interactions, it will also highlight studies that examine the prevalence of antimicrobial resistance profiles and mechanisms among S. suis isolates and assess the effectiveness of new antimicrobial agents. Additionally, attention will be given to studies exploring strategies developed for the prevention and control of S. suis infections.
We invite submissions covering a wide range of topics related to the pathogenesis of S. suis, including (but not limited to) the following:
- Virulence factors and their role in suis pathogenesis;
- Host–pathogen interactions and immune responses to suis infection;
- Molecular mechanisms underlying suis colonization and invasion;
- Epidemiology and transmission dynamics of suis in swine and humans;
- Antimicrobial resistance profiles and mechanisms in suis strains;
- Novel diagnostic approaches for detecting and characterizing suis infections;
- Vaccine development strategies targeting suis.
Dr. David Roy
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- virulence factors
- host–pathogen interactions
- pathogenesis
- antimicrobial resistance
- control strategies
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