Research on Virus-Induced Cellular and Molecular Responses

Dear Colleagues,

A virus is an intracellular parasite. Therefore, the initial stage of virus invasion is a battle between the virus and the cell it parasitizes. For multicellular organisms, in addition to the host’s immune mechanisms, cells themselves have developed some defense mechanisms against viral invasions, such as autophagy.

On the other hand, once the virus has invaded the cell, it will alter the internal environment of the cell through a series of cellular molecular responses to adapt to its survival and replication. However, these processes can trigger inflammation and even lead to significant cellular stress, ultimately resulting in cancer.

Therefore, the theme of this Special Issue helps us understand the mechanisms of how cells resist virial invasion, as well as the principles behind some carcinoma viruses. By welcoming original research and review articles on this theme, we are trying to integrate the current knowledge and help virologists, immunologists, and cellular molecular biologists to work together closely to address the viral diseases issues that have affected human beings for centuries.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Rudian Zhang
Guest Editor

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• virus infectivity
• infectious diseases
• cellular stress
• autophagy