Animal Diseases: Immune Response and Vaccines

Dear Colleagues,

The immune response and the development of effective vaccines play a crucial role in combatting animal diseases, which pose a significant threat to the health of livestock and agricultural productivity. Understanding the intricacies of the immune response of animals that are susceptible to various infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites is essential to the design and deployment of successful vaccination strategies.

The immune response involves a complex interplay of innate and adaptive immunity, each contributing to defense against pathogens. Innate immunity provides an immediate, non-specific defense mechanism, while adaptive immunity confers long-lasting protection by generating specific antibodies and memory cells. Vaccines harness the immune system's memory capacity to stimulate a controlled immune response and thus prepare the animal to mount a rapid and effective defense upon subsequent exposure to the pathogen.

We encourage the scientific community to contribute to this Special Issue, which explores the fundamental mechanisms underlying the immune response of animals and delves into the challenges and advances associated with the development of vaccines tailored to their specific needs. By enhancing our understanding of the immune response and optimizing vaccination strategies, we can significantly reduce the disease burden, enhance animal welfare, and support sustainable agriculture.

We are looking forward to receiving your manuscripts.

Dr. Verónica Martín
Dr. José M. Rojas
Dr. Noemí Sevilla
Guest Editors

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• immune responses
• ruminants
• vaccines
• animal health