Infectious Diseases: Research and Treatment (IDR) is a peer-reviewed open access journal that focuses on all aspects of infectious and sexually transmitted diseases in humans, including research, prevention, immunization, diagnosis, management, and treatment. Relevant pathophysiology, genetics and epidemiology are also included. The journal welcomes unsolicited article proposals. Please see the Aims and Scope tab for further information. This journal is a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) . Why publish in IDR? Indexed in: PubMed Central & DOAJ Rigorous peer review of your research Open access format, driving high visibility and global exposure Prompt online publication Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement Infectious Diseases: Research and Treatment (IDR) promotes inclusive, open science that reflects the disciplinary, human, and geographic diversity of the infectious disease community. Diversity as a core value embodies inclusiveness, mutual respect, and multiple perspectives. We welcome editors, editorial board members, peer reviewers and authors from all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, nationalities, races, religions, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities, mental or physical (dis)abilities, ages, career stages, socioeconomic status or any other individual status. We are committed to continually improving our editorial and review processes whilst playing our part in eradicating bias and inequality in all forms. Open access article processing charge (APC) information promotes inclusive, open science that reflects the disciplinary, human, and geographic diversity of the infectious disease community.Diversity as a core value embodies inclusiveness, mutual respect, and multiple perspectives.We welcome editors, editorial board members, peer reviewers and authors from all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, nationalities, races, religions, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities, mental or physical (dis)abilities, ages, career stages, socioeconomic status or any other individual status.We are committed to continually improving our editorial and review processes whilst playing our part in eradicating bias and inequality in all forms. From 1st January 2022, the APC for this journal is 2400 USD. The APC is payable when a manuscript is accepted after peer review, before it is published. The APC is subject to taxes where applicable. Please see further details here . Submission information Submit your manuscript today at https://peerreview.sagepub.com/IDR Please see the Submission Guidelines tab for more information on how to submit your article to the journal. Contact Please direct any queries to Hemali.bedi@sagepub.co.uk * The article processing charge (APC) is payable when the manuscript is accepted after peer review, before it is published. The APC is subject to taxes where applicable. Tax-exempt status can be indicated by providing appropriate registration numbers when payment is requested. Please see further details here .