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4 October 2024
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO's Letter #16 - UNGA79 Science Summit, OASPA, Peer Review Week
Welcome to the MDPI Insights: The CEO's Letter.
In these monthly letters, I will showcase two key aspects of our work at MDPI: our commitment to empowering researchers and our determination to facilitating open scientific exchange.
Opening Thoughts
MDPI Joins the Science Summit at UNGA79 (23–27 September 2024, New York)
On Friday 27 September, I had the privilege of giving the opening talk at the “Youth at the Science Summit” panel during the Science Summit conference, held in New York at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Together, we discussed the future of science, publishing, innovation, and sustainable development.
It was a great opportunity to learn from our young leaders, whose voices must be included in the conversation as science shapes the future of artificial intelligence, climate mitigation, healthcare, technology, and more. This was also a powerful reminder of how essential global collaboration is in solving the major challenges we face. I left inspired by the dedication of these young researchers to making the world a better place!
Today’s youth are not just the leaders of tomorrow – they are already leading the change today.
Stefan Tochev (second from left) at the UNGA Science Summit 2024: “A great opportunity to learn from our young leaders.”
MDPI Supports the Future Generation of Scientists
This aligns with MDPI’s mission to support the next generation of scientists and early-career researchers by recognizing their achievements through our various MDPI awards, including the Young Investigator Awards, Best PhD Thesis Awards, Travel Awards, and more.
Our presence at this global event showed our commitment to advancing Open Science as a key driver for sustainable development. As a leading Open Access (OA) publisher, MDPI’s role at the summit was to emphasize the critical importance of democratizing scientific knowledge, making it accessible to all, and promoting global collaboration.
Through OA publishing, we aim to address pressing global challenges such as climate change, public health, and inequality, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
“We aim to address pressing global challenges”
MDPI and the SDGs
In 2020, the SDG Publishers Compact was launched to accelerate implementation of the SDGs by promoting content that informs, develops, and inspires action. MDPI joined this initiative in 2021 and subsequently launched the MDPI SDG Hub in 2022, offering free access to recent research within the scope of each of the 17 SDGs.
During the summit, we highlighted the connection between Open Science and the SDG Publishers Compact, supporting the core objective to “Leave No One Behind” (LNOB). The transformative promise of the SDGs relies heavily on the Open Access model, which serves as a fundamental enabler of Open Science. We advocate for the wider adoption of Open Science practices in order to achieve the SDGs by 2030.
Impactful Research
Presenting at the 1st International Conference of Environmental Medicine
In September, MDPI and our journals IJERPH and Diseases sponsored and participated in the 1st International Conference of Environmental Medicine: Environmental Threats to Human Health: From Genetics to Epigenetics, held in Chieti, Italy.
The conference was organized in collaboration with various societies, including the Italian Society of Environmental Medicine (SIMA), one of more than 160 societies partnering MDPI journals.
The conference brought together influential figures from the Italian scholarly community, such as Antonio Felice Uricchio (President of the National Agency for University Research Assessment [ANVUR]), Alessandro Miani (President of SIMA), and Liborio Stuppia (Director of ‘Gabriele d’Annunzio’ University of Chieti-Pescara), among others.
MDPI was the sole publishing sponsor of the conference, at which I had the opportunity to present on behalf of the company. I provided an overview of MDPI, covering key facts and figures, the peer-review process, our strong collaboration with the Italian market, and insights into Nobel Prize winners who have published with MDPI, ahead of Sir Richard Roberts’ Nobel lecture.
“As at September 2024, 44 Nobel laureates have contributed to over 115 articles across 35 MDPI journals”
The keynote speaker at the event was Sir Richard Roberts, Nobel Laureate and 1993 Nobel Prize winner in Medicine, recognized for his discovery of split genes.
Nobel Laureates’ Contributions to MDPI
As at September 2024, 44 Nobel laureates have contributed to over 115 articles across 35 MDPI journals. I’ll share more details on this in the October newsletter.
Hosting such prominent figures in their respective fields, who play a significant role in advancing the OA movement, of which we are leaders in, resonates deeply with our editorial teams.
Sponsoring and supporting academic conferences is something we do on a large scale, and it continues to grow. Attending and speaking about MDPI shows our commitment by taking the time to connect with the scholarly community in person.
MDPI’s Presence in Italy
Italy ranks third globally in total MDPI publications, with nearly 130,000 contributions. We collaborate with about 12,000 Editorial Board Members in Italy, over 6,100 of whom have an H-index of more than 25.
We have 83 Editors-in-Chief and 209 Section Editors-in-Chief from Italy. We also support 20 Italian universities through our Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP) agreements with major institutions such as Sapienza University of Rome, the University of Milan, and the University of Pisa, among others.
Inside MDPI
Celebrating Peer Review Week, 23–27 September 2024
As we conclude another productive month at MDPI, I am pleased to highlight our participation in this year’s Peer Review Week (PRW), which took place from 23–27 September 2024. This global, community-driven celebration underscores the vital importance of peer review in maintaining the integrity and reliability of academic work. PRW provide a platform for institutions, publishers, and scholars to come together and reflect on the processes that uphold the quality of scholarly communication.
“We remain committed to enhancing the peer review process”
The theme for PRW 2024 was ‘Innovation and Technology in Peer Review.’ At MDPI, we were proud to contribute through various online and in-person events, including webinars from Europe, Asia-Pacific, and a roundtable discussion on innovation and technology in peer review. These events offer an opportunity to explore new tools and technologies that are shaping the future of peer review, particularly the integration of AI. As a company, we remain committed to enhancing the peer review process with innovative solutions while preserving the essential human expertise that makes it effective.
Peer Review Innovation and Technology at MDPI
Our efforts to improve peer review extend beyond the activities of this week. We also released a blog article discussing New Tools for Advancing Research Integrity and Peer Review, where we highlight two tools that MDPI has developed to support research integrity: Eureka – Reviewer Recommender and Online Proofreader. We are continually refining SuSy, our in-house submission system, to provide a seamless experience for authors and reviewers alike.
Listening to MDPI’s Authors and Reviewers
We highly value the time of our reviewers, and so do the authors who contribute to our journals. Our editorial process is bolstered by a network of dedicated reviewers, a team of over 6,000 diligent, well-trained staff members, and an in-house article submission platform designed to ensure efficient processes.
We make it a point to continually improve the experiences of both our authors and our reviewers throughout the entire editorial process, from submission to publication. This is why we regularly ask for feedback by conducting surveys. Here is what some of our respondents recently had to say about working with MDPI:
Coming Together for Science
ICM 2024 – Advances in Material Innovation
I am pleased to share that we held The 5th International Conference on Materials: Advances in Material Innovation (ICM 2024) in Basel, Switzerland this past 25–27 September.
This intimate event brought together leading scientists, researchers, and industry experts to exchange insights on recent advancements in materials characterization, processing, and manufacturing. Key focus areas included nanotechnology in material sciences and engineering, optical, electrical, and magnetic materials, soft, biological, and biomaterials, fibres, membranes, thin films, sensing materials, as well as materials and devices for energy and solar fuels. In addition, discussions featured the integration of AI and machine learning in materials research.
We received 90 abstract submissions. Over the course of the three-day event, 18 posters were displayed, and 34 talks were delivered, including three plenary speeches, seven invited talks, and 24 selected oral presentations.
A special thank-you to our partnering societies The Polish Membrane Society and The North American Thermal Analysis Society, as well as our sponsor, Nanomegas, for their support of the ICM conference. I am also pleased to share that we presented three awards, including the Best Presentation Award and two Best Poster Awards, recognizing the outstanding contributions of our participants.
Upcoming In-Person Event
7–9 October 2024
Non-coding RNA World 2024: Exploring Mechanisms, Designing Medicines
Location: Basel, Switzerland
ncRNA 2024 will explore the latest advances in the field, covering topics from basic biology to medical and technological applications.
Find more upcoming MDPI events here.
Closing Thoughts
Reflections from OASPA 2024 Conference in Lisbon (16–18 September)
Amidst my September travels, I also had pleasure of attending the OASPA 2024 Conference in Lisbon from 16–18 September. It’s the first in-person Open Access Scholarly Publishing Association (OASPA) event in five years, and being in the sunny city of Lisbon made it even better! MDPI has long been a member of OASPA, and attending this conference gave us an opportunity to connect with other key members of the organization to see the latest developments in the OA movement.
“I believe that publishers have a lot to offer in terms of data and insights”
Main Themes from OASPA 2024
The main themes covered were equity and inclusivity, diamond OA, AI and openness, OA books, research integrity, and how OA can address broader societal challenges such as climate change. While it was great to see the latest developments in these areas, it was also clear that certain voices were missing, particularly those of major publishers. Although it’s not easy to incorporate every perspective, I believe that publishers, including MDPI, have a lot to offer in terms of data and insights. During the membership meeting, a few of us raised the point that large-scale publisher input could add value to these discussions.
It’s important to participate in industry conferences such as OASPA in order to be part of the discussions and remain at the forefront of the OA movement.
It’s an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with organizations that share our commitment to OA.
While sponsorship is one way to show our support, it’s clear that being part of the conversation through participating in the OASPA groups and committee is what really makes a difference.
It took the last 20 years for more than 50% of the world's research to be published via open access. This provides a sobering reminder that flipping the remaining 50% will be a big challenge.
An important takeaway for me was that there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution for OA challenges: different regions and different stakeholders need different forms of support, whether it is infrastructure, funding, education, or policy, for example. I also enjoyed Rebecca Ross' presentation on how OA can drive action on climate. A few panellists shared the need for transparency in the peer-review process, advocating for open review reports, which is something we have been offering since 2014.
Speaking of openness, we are excited to celebrate Open Access Week 2024 with the scholarly community from 21–27 October. I look forward to sharing a recap of our activities in the next newsletter.
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG
29 September 2024
MDPI New Journal Proposal—Invitation to Shape the Future of Open Science Together
27 September 2024
MDPI’s 2023 Travel Awards—Winners Announced
27 September 2024
Meet Us at the 2024 7th IEEE International Conference on Unmanned Systems, 18–20 October 2024, Nanjing, China
11 September 2024
MDPI Singapore: Author Training Workshop Held at Nanyang Technological University (NTU)’s School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE)
An author training workshop was held by MDPI Singapore at NTU's School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) on 29 August 2024, and we are pleased to share that it was a resounding success. This engaging event was designed to equip researchers, scholars, and aspiring authors with essential skills and knowledge for a successful academic publishing career.
The session was hosted by Mr. Le Hoang Minh, the current Academic Vice President of the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Graduate Students' Club (MAEGSC) and a first-year Ph.D. student at NTU. The Ex-Vice President, Mr. Kumar Sourabh, and the Social Vice President, Dr. Anurag Sharma, were also in attendance to manage and coordinate the event.
The workshop commenced with an engaging opening speech by Ms. Soe Yu Nwe (Yuna), the Office Manager and PR Specialist of MDPI Singapore, who provided a comprehensive introduction to MDPI and its Singapore office. Ms. Soe outlined the company’s mission to promote open scientific exchange and communication, emphasizing how MDPI’s Singapore office plays a crucial role in supporting these objectives within the region.
Following her opening remarks, Ms. Soe presented an insightful session on “How to Respond to Peer Reviewers.” In her presentation, she first outlined the workflow of MDPI's editorial process, before providing practical strategies for effectively addressing feedback from peer reviewers, a critical aspect of the academic publishing process. Ms. Soe offered guidance on how to approach reviewer comments constructively, reiterating the importance of clarity, professionalism, and thoroughness in responses. She outlined the best practices for addressing major revisions and highlighted common pitfalls to avoid. Her presentation aimed to equip attendees with the tools and techniques necessary to enhance their manuscript revisions and improve their chances of successful publication. Her session concluded with a quiz, and participants who gave the most correct answers were awarded a small gift package comprising MDPI merchandise.
The second session of the author training workshop was led by Dr. Wei Thye Lee, the Institutional Partnerships Manager for MDPI, who oversees collaboration with institutions across the Asia-Pacific (APAC). He gave a comprehensive presentation on “How to Structure and Write an Academic Paper”, which was sectioned into three subcategories of (1) the preparation needed before writing a paper, (2) the basic structure of an academic paper, and (3) crafting a cover letter and contacting MDPI author services. He began by emphasizing the essential preparatory steps before starting a paper, including the importance of establishing a solid framework, conducting a thorough literature search, and understanding the novelty of one’s research. His session covered the essential components of a well-structured paper, ranging from crafting a compelling introduction to presenting results effectively. At the end of his presentation, he included a slide on career opportunities at MDPI, reaching out to scholars who might be interested in exploring professional opportunities with the organization.
The final presentation focused on research-specific content and was delivered by Dr. Colin Wee, the Publishing Manager and Journal Relations Lead. Dr. Wee provided an in-depth review of tools and techniques for identifying trends and hot topics within a research field. He introduced attendees to software such as VOSviewer, demonstrating how these tools can aid in visualizing and analyzing bibliometric data. Additionally, he covered effective strategies for using Web of Science to enhance research visibility and understanding, as well as explaining how journals are indexed and the significance of common bibliometrics.
The last part of the workshop was highly interactive; Dr. Wee engaged the audience by asking participants to raise their hands to indicate their experience with various research tools and techniques, fostering an engaging and dynamic learning environment. His presentation offered practical guidance on leveraging these resources to stay informed and competitive in the ever-evolving landscape of academic research.
After the presentations by our dedicated speakers from MDPI, Mr. Le from NTU delivered the closing speech, wrapping up the session with a heartfelt thank you. He expressed gratitude for the collaboration and emphasized the value of the insights shared throughout the day. Mr. Le also conveyed his enthusiasm for participating in future training sessions and expressed hope for continued partnership and growth in our collaborative efforts.
Light refreshments were kindly provided by the student leaders, which allowed attendees to network after the presentations. Students could also engage with the speakers, approaching them for private discussions and seeking clarification on various queries. The leaders of the student committee expressed that they would like to maintain a strong relationship with us and facilitate connections with professors involved in similar fields.
In light of the successful event, we are grateful for the opportunity to host this event at NTU and appreciate the warm hospitality extended by the NTU MAE community. Moving forward, we foresee extending author training sessions to other faculties at NTU, further enhancing collaborative opportunities and broadening the impact of our educational initiatives.
For the readers interested in collaborating through academic events, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at marketing-singapore@mdpi.com!
11 September 2024
MDPI’s 2023 Best PhD Thesis Awards—Winners Announced
5 September 2024
Aerospace | 10th Anniversary
4 September 2024
Aerospace | Issue Cover Articles in 2022
The articles below have been selected as the 2022 Issue Cover Articles by the Editorial Office of Aerospace (ISSN: 2226-4310). These articles came from multiple fields within the scope of Aerospace. We hope that they can provide insights and references for scholars in these fields.
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1. “Evaluation of Influence Factors on the Visual Inspection Performance of Aircraft Engine Blades” |
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2. “Fault Tolerant Attitude and Orbit Determination System for Small Satellite Platforms” by Andrea Colagrossi and Michèle Lavagna Aerospace 2022, 9(2), 46; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerospace9020046 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4310/9/2/46 |
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3. “A Comprehensive Survey on Climate Optimal Aircraft Trajectory Planning” by Abolfazl Simorgh, Manuel Soler, Daniel González-Arribas, Sigrun Matthes, Volker Grewe, Simone Dietmüller, Sabine Baumann, Hiroshi Yamashita, Feijia Yin, Federica Castino et al. Aerospace 2022, 9(3), 146; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerospace9030146 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4310/9/3/146 |
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4. “The Need for Multi-Sensor Data Fusion in Structural Health Monitoring of Composite Aircraft Structures” by Agnes A. R. Broer, Rinze Benedictus and Dimitrios Zarouchas Aerospace 2022, 9(4), 183; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerospace9040183 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4310/9/4/183 |
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5. “Trajectory Clustering for Air Traffic Categorisation”
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6. “A Generic Mission-Level Flight Control Surface EMA Power Consumption Simulation Tool” |
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7. “Mission Architecture to Characterize Habitability of Venus Cloud Layers via an Aerial Platform” |
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8. “Spectral Light Curve Simulation for Parameter Estimation from Space Debris” |
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9. “Distributed Conflict Resolution at High Traffic Densities with Reinforcement Learning” |
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10. “Evaluating New Liquid Storable Bipropellants: Safety and Performance Assessments” |
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11. “Design and Analysis of the Cis-Lunar Navigation for the ArgoMoon CubeSat Mission” |
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12. “Sizing Methodology and Energy Management of an Air–Ground Aircraft with Turbo-Electric Hybrid Propulsion System” |
3 September 2024
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO's Letter #15 - CHORUS, Best Paper Award, August Events
Welcome to the MDPI Insights: The CEO's Letter.
In these monthly letters, I will showcase two key aspects of our work at MDPI: our commitment to empowering researchers and our determination to facilitating open scientific exchange.
Opening Thoughts
I am pleased to share that MDPI is now an Affiliate Member of CHORUS, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to ensuring public access to articles reporting on U.S. government-funded research. This partnership highlights our long-standing commitment to advancing Open Access (OA) publishing and meeting funders’ open research requirements.
Read the full announcement here.
With the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) 2022 memorandum calling for immediate public access to all federally funded research by 2026, this partnership positions MDPI to further support academic institutions in adhering to national mandates while providing authors with fully compliant (CC-BY) OA journals.
The CHORUS platform went live in July 2014 and includes NASA, the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Geological Survey, and the National Science Foundation.
“This partnership positions MDPI to further support academic institutions in adhering to national mandates”
Joining CHORUS perfectly aligns our mission as the leading OA publisher, which is to drive transparency and innovation in scholarly publishing, with that of CHORUS itself, which is to advance Open Access research. It will also support MDPI publications from organizations such as NASA, with 1,200 research papers published by NASA-affiliated authors as at 31 August 2024.
Impactful Research
MDPI’s Best Paper Awards—Award-Winning Papers in 2023 Announced
MDPI is committed to supporting and recognizing the academic community and is proud to announce the recipients of the 2023 Best Paper Awards, which recognize high-quality papers of significant scientific merit and impact. Each year, the editors of our journals carefully select papers that showcase outstanding scientific achievement.
This year, 115 Best Paper Awards were presented, chosen from 346 exceptional papers in a highly competitive selection process. Congratulations to the authors for their remarkable contributions!
To learn more about all the awardees and their research projects, visit the following pages:
- Biology and Life Sciences
- Business and Economics
- Chemistry and Materials Sciences
- Computer Sciences and Mathematics
- Engineering
- Environmental and Earth Sciences
- Medicine and Pharmacology
- Public Health and Healthcare
- Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities
- Physical Sciences
About MDPI Awards
MDPI regularly offers various awards to recognize researchers, particularly young scientists, and to promote communication within the scientific community. These awards exist to inspire and acknowledge talented scientists who have made significant contributions to advancing their fields.
To find out more MDPI awards, please click here.
“Our awards exist to inspire and acknowledge talented scientists”
Inside MDPI
MDPI AI Team Presented at EuroSciPy 2024 in Poland
As part of the CEO Letter, I hold dear this ‘Inside MDPI’ section, where I have an opportunity to highlight various projects, teams and updates within our organization. As such, I’m happy to showcase the following presentations from members of MDPI’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) team, which were recently presented at the EuroSciPy 2024 (16th European Conference on Python in Science). This conference took place in Szczecin, Poland from 26–30 August.
“This event was a great opportunity to reinforce our commitment to innovation and excellence in publishing”
MDPI colleagues Frank Sauerburger (AI Tech Leader) and Daniele Raimondi (Senior Data Scientist) both presented at the conference. Frank discussed MDPI’s AI infrastructure, while Daniele showcased a new methodological approach we have been developing to track the journey of rejected academic manuscripts. This approach combines AI, data science and analytics to improve the identification of manuscripts and authors, enhancing our understanding of publishing dynamics.
This event was a great opportunity to reinforce our commitment to innovation and excellence in publishing. It also allowed us to contribute to the academic discussion on integrating AI and data science into scholarly communication.
From data analysis in Jupyter Notebooks to production applications: AI infrastructure at reasonable scale – Frank Sauerburger
Frank’s presentation on MDPI’s AI infrastructure provided a chance to showcase the advanced technological frameworks that power our operations. Given the technical and academic focus of EuroSciPy, this talk demonstrated how MDPI’s AI capabilities are not only cutting-edge but also central to driving efficiency and innovation in scholarly publishing. Engaging with the EuroSciPy community helps position MDPI as a leader in applying AI within the publishing industry, fostering potential collaborations and attracting interest from top researchers.
A Qdrant and Specter2 framework for tracking resubmissions of rejected manuscripts in academia – Daniele Raimondi
Daniele’s talk on the novel methodological approach that combines AI, Data Science, and Analytics was crucial in highlighting how MDPI is advancing the precision and effectiveness of manuscript and author identification. This approach is pivotal in enhancing our understanding of publishing dynamics and ensuring the quality and integrity of the academic content we manage. By presenting at EuroSciPy, we had the opportunity to engage with an audience deeply involved in scientific computing, gaining feedback and insights that could further refine our methodologies.
Thank you, Frank and Daniele, for representing MDPI so well!
I will share more about MDPI’s AI team and projects in upcoming CEO Letters, as we have a well-rounded AI and Data Team working on an exciting suite of AI products for MDPI and the scholarly community at large.
Coming Together for Science
The 1st International Conference on AI Sensors & The 10th International Symposium on Sensor Science
I am pleased to share the success of our MDPI conference The 1st International Conference on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Sensors and the 10th International Symposium on Sensor Science in Singapore this past 1–4 August.
With nearly 400 attendees, the event brought together researchers and industry experts from China, Singapore, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, India and other countries to share their findings on the latest developments in sensors, sensing technology, artificial intelligence for sensing applications and AI-enhanced sensing systems.
We accepted a total of 355 abstracts, featuring 772 authors from 28 countries. Over the course of the four-day event, 66 posters were displayed and 296 talks were delivered, including 4 plenary talks, 46 keynote speeches, 122 invited talks, and 124 selected oral presentations. View the event gallery here.
I am pleased to announce the winners of the four awards, including Best Presentation and Best Poster, recognizing the contributions of our participants during the conference.
Looking ahead, the 2nd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers is scheduled to take place from 29 July to 5 August, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand.
Thank you to our Conference team, including Ionut Spatar, Teodora Nicoleta Cremene, Ang Kai Lin, Benjamin Tay, Leong Jin Yue Esther, Wong Jolin, Judith Wu, Alethea Liu and Flora Li, who were involved in making this event a success. A big thank-you also goes to our local MDPI colleagues for their support: Yu Nwe Soe, Hen Chu Yang, Kwah Zhi En Watcharapong, Zephan Yang, Daphne Neo, Huimin Cheng, Nathan Li and Ting Yin.
Upcoming In-Person Event
25–27 September, 2024
The 5th International Conference on Materials: Advances in Material Innovation
Location: Basel, Switzerland
ICM 2024 will unite experts to share insights on recent advancements in Materials Characterization, Processing and Manufacturing.
7–9 October, 2024
Non-coding RNA World 2024: Exploring Mechanisms, Designing Medicines
Location: Basel, Switzerland
ncRNA 2024 will explore the latest advances in the field, covering topics from basic biology to medical and technological applications.
Find more upcoming MDPI events here.
Closing Thoughts
The 2nd Sustainable Publishing Forum
In 2022, the International Association of Scientific, Technical and Medical Publishers (STM) outlined three goals to reflect the academic community’s shared aspirations: promoting Open Science, maintaining research integrity and fulfilling social responsibility. Open Science has evolved from the Open Access movement of the early 2000s to become a preferred model in academic publishing. Publishers and academic journals play a crucial role in ensuring research integrity, with efforts to prevent misconduct markedly on the increase now.
As the world faces sustainability challenges, the academic publishing industry is increasingly committed to contributing the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Many publishers are implementing strategies to support these objectives, including ours, which you can view here.
The 2nd MDPI Sustainable Publishing Forum provided a platform for global editors and publishers to discuss these themes, aiming to strengthen collaboration and advance the contributions that scientific publishing can make to academia and society.
“Open Science has evolved to become a preferred model in academic publishing”
The 2nd Sustainable Publishing Forum
We hosted MDPI’s 2nd Sustainable Publishing Forum in Beijing, China, on 15–16 August, attracting nearly 120 attendees from local and international publishers, university presses, scientific and technical journal associations, libraries and the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The event focused on promoting Open Science, maintaining research integrity, and fulfilling social responsibility.
This was an excellent opportunity for us to share more with conference attendees about the approach of our research integrity team. Our Head of Publishing, Peter Roth, also participated, speaking on how to identify and avoid predatory publishers and about the principles that underpin ethical academic publishing.
I extend my thanks to all of our conference speakers, including Hylke Koers (STM Solutions), who presented on STM Trends 2028 and shared insights on the STM Integrity Hub, of which MDPI is a member.
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG
28 August 2024
Join Us at “MDPI Open Access—An Author Training Program”, 29 August 2024, Singapore
MDPI, in collaboration with Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is holding an author training session to offer valuable insights into the world of open access publishing. This session will provide authors with a comprehensive understanding of MDPI's publishing process, writing skills, AI in publishing and opportunities tailored for different author groups. Field experts will guide the session, ensuring participants gain the knowledge needed to maximize their publishing potential.
Date: 29 August 2024
Time: 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Venue: NTU, ARC (TR+02)
Registration link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3CV77TK
Schedule:
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Opening Speech |
Mr. Le Hoang Minh / Ms. Yu Nwe Soe |
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How to respond to peer reviewers |
Ms. Yu Nwe Soe |
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2:35–2:45 p.m. |
Q&A Session |
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Writing scientific papers in English |
Dr. Wei Thye Lee |
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3:15–3:25 p.m. |
Q&A Session |
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3:25–3:50 p.m. |
Research-specific content |
Dr. Colin Wee |
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Q&A Session |
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Mr. Le Hoang Minh |
MDPI Speakers:
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Ms. Yu Nwe Soe, known as Yuna, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biomedical sciences (Honors) from the National University of Singapore in 2019. She then worked for two years as a research officer at the Genome Institute of Singapore, A*STAR. In August 2021, Yuna joined MDPI as an Assistant Editor for the journal Pharmaceuticals. By March 2023, she had advanced to the role of Group Leader, overseeing a team of 10 editors. In May 2023, she became the Office Manager of the MDPI Singapore office. In this role, she is responsible for daily operations, including HR, administration, and finance and collaborates with the Office Editorial Director to manage employee performance. Yuna also actively contributes to marketing and PR initiatives, including scholarly visits, conferences, and regional marketing efforts. |
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Dr. Wei Thye Lee earned his Ph.D. from the National University of Singapore (NUS) with research on experimental therapeutics in pre-clinical models of neurodegenerative diseases. He has published in many Scopus- and Web of Science (WOS)-indexed journals throughout his academic endeavor. With MDPI, he has served in many editorial roles as Assistant Editor, Publishing Specialist, and Special Issue Editor. He is currently the Institutional Partnership Manager for MDPI liaising with institutions in Asia Pacific (APAC). |
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Dr. Colin Wee joined MDPI in October 2021 and acted as the Publishing Specialist for the Social Sciences portfolio of journals. He holds positions as Publishing Manager for multiple journals, Journal Relations Lead, and Scientific Review Board Member. He has a liberal arts undergraduate degree in psychology and neuroscience, graduating with honors from Grinnell College, Iowa. He received his Ph.D. in industrial–organizational psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research focus was on vocational interest and psychometrics. He has studied in Singapore, the UK, Japan, and the USA. |
