Foodborne pathogens, including pathogenic bacteria, viruses or parasites, pose a serious health risk worldwide, causing major economic losses. A significant increase in the occurrence of foodborne illnesses has been observed.It is worth emphasizing, that food products are even more recognized as important carrier for the transfer of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and antimicrobial resistance genes.

In this topic, we aim to present recent advances in research concerning foodborne pathogens.

Potential topics include but are not limited to the following:

• Detection and identification of foodborne pathogens

• Molecular and cellular mechanisms of infection

• Virulence factors and their regulation

• Biofilm production and the outcome of foodborne infections;

• Antimicrobial resistance, including novel mechanism

• The role of microbiota in the disease process