Journal of Molecular Biology
Molecular Virology
Molecular virology is the study of viruses at the molecular level, focusing on their structure, genetics, replication, and interactions with host cells. It explores how viruses infect cells, hijack cellular machinery to reproduce, and evade the host immune system. This field also examines viral genome organization, gene expression, mutation, and evolution. Molecular virology is crucial for understanding the life cycle of viruses and the molecular basis of viral diseases. It plays a vital role in developing antiviral drugs, vaccines, and diagnostic tools. Techniques such as PCR, gene cloning, sequencing, and molecular imaging are commonly used. Molecular virology contributes to controlling viral outbreaks, studying virus-host interactions, and advancing gene therapy, making it an essential field in both medical and research applications related to infectious diseases.