The Open Microbiology Journal

Aims and Scope:
The Open Microbiology Journal is a peer-reviewed Open Access journal which publishes research articles, reviews/mini-reviews, case studies, guest edited thematic issues and short communications/letters covering theoretical and practical aspects of Microbial systematics, evolutionary microbiology, immunology, virology, parasitology , bacteriology, mycology, phycology, protozoology, microbial ecology, molecular biology, microbial physiology, biochemistry, microbial pathogenesis, host-microbe interaction, systems microbiology, synthetic microbiology, bioinformatics.

The Open Microbiology Journal, a peer-reviewed journal, is an important and reliable source of current information on developments in the field. The emphasis will be on publishing quality papers, making them freely available to researchers worldwide.
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Editor-in-Chief:

  • Irina V. Kiseleva Department of Virology
    Institute of Experimental Medicine
    St. Petersburg
    Russia

ISSN: 1874-2858

Special Issues With Active Call for Papers

Submission closes on: Mar 19, 2026
Nano-based medication delivery systems: potential weapons to tackle pathogenic microorganisms

Diseases with infectious agents continue to spread at an increasing pace year after year, and they are directly linked to high incidences of death and morbidity. Several researchers have been drawn to the complicated circumstances surrounding infectious diseases in order to examine the potential reasons that facilitate the recurrence and dissemination of acute and chronic infections. The pursuit of creative techniques to improving the life of people is ongoing, and it is clear that the... see more

Guest Editor(s): Heba Salah Abbas
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. Muddukrishnaiah Kotakonda
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Submission closes on: Dec 31, 2025
Emerging importance of good bacteria in health and science

The gut microbiome plays a pivotal role in human health, influencing digestion, immunity, and even mental well-being. Probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics have emerged as promising tools in clinical applications, particularly in treating digestive disorders and boosting immune function. Recent research into the gut-brain axis has revealed the profound impact of gut bacteria on mental health, suggesting psychobiotics as a novel intervention for managing anxiety, depression, and other neurological conditions. Fermented foods and functional foods enriched... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Ankita Mathur
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Submission closes on: Dec 31, 2025
Gut-Brain Axis: intricate interplay of the microbiome with brain activity

The Gut-Brain Axis represents a complex, bidirectional communication system between the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system, profoundly influencing brain activity. Recent research highlights the intricate interplay of the microbiome— the community of microorganisms in the gut— with neural processes. This relationship affects a range of functions, from mood and cognition to stress response and immune regulation. Microbial metabolites, such as short-chain fatty acids and neurotransmitters, play critical roles in signaling pathways that impact... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Maria Thomas
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. Olga Ozoline,Dr. Vladimir Arkhipov
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Submission closes on: Nov 24, 2025
In Silico Modeling of Phytochemistry and Microbial Interactions: Exploring Plant-Microbe Symbiosis and Biotransformation Pathways

Plant–microbe interactions are significant in controlling plant growth, improving stress tolerance, and initiating the biosynthesis of bioactive compounds in plants. New developments in in silico modeling have of late provided efficiency in studying such intricate relations and control. Rhizobacteria, fungi, and endophytes that exist in the plant environment are likely to affect plant metabolism and enhance the synthesis of compounds, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, and terpenoids. Specifically, the chemical transformations of plants by microbes, such... see more

Guest Editor(s): Gayathiri Ekambaram
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. Nagarajan Sankaranarayanan,Dr. Prakash Palaniswamy
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