Abstract
Virology and Structural Biology are separate entities in scientific research. However, recent advances in structural biology techniques, particularly X-ray crystallography and electron microscopy, have brought forth a ‘Resolution Revolution’ changing the face of viral research in convergence with advances in molecular biology techniques. The emergence of ‘Structural Virology’ has provided valuable insight in to the workings of viruses encompassing their life cycle, infection strategy, and structure-function relationships. This evolution has precipitated the discovery of novel drug targets and therapeutic strategies to combat viral infections.
To highlight the many advances in this topic; the Journal Viral life cycle Host interactions/infection Cellular and immune responses to viruses Viral membrane biology Bacteriophage biology Viral disease mechanisms Antiviral drug/drug targets New therapeutic strategies
We invite authors to submit papers in using techniques ranging from x-ray crystallography, electron microscopy, imaging, biophysics, membrane biology, molecular biology, pharmacology, and biochemistry that can unify the structural, functional, infection, and cell biology aspects of viruses.
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