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Call for papers - Antimicrobial resistance

Guest Editors

Raghavendra Amachawadi, PhD, Kansas State University, USA
Kartika Afrida Fauzia, PhD, National Research and Innovation Agency, Indonesia

Submission Status: Open   |   Submission Deadline: 22 September 2025


BMC Gastroenterology is calling for submissions to our Collection on Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in gastrointestinal infections, focusing on the mechanisms, impacts, and innovative solutions to combat this growing threat. We welcome submissions that explore the role of gut microbiota, alternative therapies, and the environmental implications of AMR, aiming to enhance our understanding and inform effective strategies for managing resistance in clinical settings.

Meet the Guest Editor

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Raghavendra Amachawadi, PhD, Kansas State University, USA

Dr Raghavendra Amachawadi is an Associate Professor of Food Animal Therapeutics in the Department of Clinical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University. Raghu received his B.V. Sc (Bachelors in Veterinary Science) from the Veterinary School in Bangalore, India, followed by his MS and PhD in Microbiology/Epidemiology from Kansas State University. Dr Amachawadi’s research uses a multidisciplinary approach to study the emergence and dissemination of antimicrobial resistance in bacteria and to develop and evaluate novel intervention strategies, particularly antimicrobial alternatives to control liver abscesses in cattle, bovine respiratory diseases, and swine colibacillosis with the ultimate goal to minimize antimicrobial resistance in food animal production systems.

Kartika Afrida Fauzia, PhD, National Research and Innovation Agency, Indonesia

Dr Kartika Afrida Fauzia is a researcher specializing in Helicobacter pylori and gastric microbiota. She holds a PhD in Molecular Epidemiology from Oita University, Japan, and has made significant contributions to the field through her extensive research and publications. Dr Fauzia's work focuses on understanding the epidemiology, virulence mechanisms, and antibiotic resistance of Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium linked to various gastric diseases. Her research has led to important discoveries in this area and has informed the development of better diagnostic tools and treatment strategies.

About the Collection

BMC Gastroenterology is calling for submissions to our Collection on Antimicrobial resistance (AMR), an escalating global health crisis that poses a significant threat to the treatment of gastrointestinal infections and other diseases. The rise of multidrug-resistant organisms, including Clostridium difficile and Helicobacter pylori, has complicated the management of these infections, leading to increased morbidity and mortality. The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in both health and disease, and its disruption through antibiotic therapy can contribute to the emergence of resistance. Understanding the mechanisms of AMR in gastrointestinal pathogens is essential for developing effective treatment strategies and mitigating the impact of this public health challenge.

Advancing our collective understanding of AMR is vital for informing clinical practices, public health policies, and research initiatives aimed at combating this issue. Recent advances have highlighted the importance of alternative therapies, such as phage therapy and fecal microbiota transplantation, as potential solutions to restore microbial balance and reduce resistance. Additionally, studies have begun to elucidate the environmental impact of AMR, emphasizing the need for a One Health approach that integrates human, animal, and environmental health perspectives.

Continued research in this field holds promise for innovative strategies to combat AMR, including the development of novel antibiotics, probiotics, and other therapeutic alternatives. As we deepen our understanding of the interactions between gut microbiota and AMR, we may uncover new pathways for prevention and treatment, ultimately improving patient outcomes and public health.

We invite contributions across a spectrum of topics, including but not limited to:

  • Mechanisms of antimicrobial resistance in gastrointestinal pathogens
  • Impact of gut microbiota on AMR
  • Phage therapy as an alternative to antibiotics
  • Fecal microbiota transplantation in managing AMR
  • Environmental factors contributing to AMR
  • Role of dietary interventions in modulating gut microbiota and AMR
  • Impact of antibiotic stewardship programs on AMR trends
  • Genetic and phenotypic characterization of resistant strains
  • The influence of probiotics on the prevention of AMR
  • Socioeconomic factors affecting the spread of AMR in gastrointestinal infections 
     

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.

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  1. Antibiotics are currently the primary treatment of Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) infection. Yet, due to rapid development of resistance and high recurrences rates, there is an unmet need for new antimic...

    Authors: Orna Schwartz, Maya Azrad and Avi Peretz
    Citation: BMC Gastroenterology 2025 25:209
    Content type: Research Published on:

Submission Guidelines

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This Collection welcomes submission of original Research Articles. Should you wish to submit a different article type, please read our submission guidelines to confirm that type is accepted by the journal. Articles for this Collection should be submitted via our submission system, Snapp. During the submission process you will be asked whether you are submitting to a Collection, please select "Antimicrobial resistance" from the dropdown menu.

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.