BMC Infectious Diseases invites submissions for a Collection on Infectious diseases in pregnancy.

Infectious diseases during pregnancy represent a critical area of concern for maternal and fetal health. Infections such as syphilis, HIV, and Zika virus can have severe implications for both the mother and the developing fetus, leading to complications such as congenital infections, vertical transmission, and adverse pregnancy outcomes. Understanding the mechanisms of maternal infections and their potential impacts on fetal development is vital for optimizing prenatal care and improving health outcomes. This Collection seeks to explore the latest research in this field, focusing on the complexities and challenges associated with infectious disease management in pregnancy.

Addressing infectious diseases in pregnancy is essential not only for safeguarding maternal health but also for preventing long-term effects on child health and development. Advances in prenatal screening and diagnostic techniques have improved our ability to detect and manage infections, enabling timely interventions that can significantly reduce risks. Furthermore, increased awareness and research into gestational infections have led to better guidelines for healthcare providers, fostering a more proactive approach to managing maternal-fetal health during pregnancy. Continued research in this field could lead to further advancements in treatment and prevention, including vaccines, biomarkers, and screening.

We invite clinicians and researchers in infectious disease management, obstetrics, public health, immunology, epidemiology, maternal-fetal medicine, and related fields to contribute original research articles on topics including but not limited to:

- Maternal infections and fetal outcomes

- Congenital infections and their management

- Vertical transmission of infectious agents

- Advances in prenatal screening techniques

- Perinatal infections: risks and interventions

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being.

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.

BMC Infectious Diseases is calling for submissions to our Collection on Tropical vector-borne infectious diseases.

Tropical vector-borne infectious diseases represent a major global health challenge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Transmitted by vectors such as mosquitoes, ticks, and flies, these diseases include well-known conditions like malaria, dengue fever, and leishmaniasis, as well as neglected tropical diseases. Their transmission dynamics are shaped by a complex interplay of environmental, climatic, social, and behavioral factors, making integrated and interdisciplinary research essential for effective control and prevention.

Addressing these diseases is vital not only for the health of affected populations but also for global health security. Recent advances in surveillance, vector control, therapeutics, and vaccines have improved our ability to respond to outbreaks. However, continued research is needed to understand the mechanisms of disease transmission, predict emerging threats, and implement effective interventions in diverse tropical settings.

This Collection welcomes original research articles on, but not limited to, the following topics:

• Mechanisms of disease transmission in tropical environments
• Mechanisms of vector-borne disease transmission and vector-parasite-host interactions.
• Emerging tropical pathogens and their impact on human and animal health
• Surveillance strategies, including genomic, climate-informed, and digital approaches
• Vector control strategies and evaluation of their effectiveness
• Epidemiological and mathematical modeling of vector-borne diseases
• One Health approaches linking humans, animals, and the environment

We encourage interdisciplinary submissions that advance understanding of vector-borne disease dynamics and support the development of innovative, data-driven strategies for disease prevention, control, and global health resilience.

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being).

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.