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14 January 2026
1st International Online Conference on Optics (IOCO 2026)–Registration Deadline—23 March 2026


The conference is organized by the MDPI journal Optics (ISSN: 2673-3269, Impact Factor: 1.6) and chaired by Prof. Dr. Costantino De Angelis from the Department of Information Engineering, University of Brescia, Italy and Prof. Dr. Thomas Seeger from the Institut Fluid - und Thermodynamik, Lehrstuhl für Technische Thermodynamik, Universität Siegen, Germany. It will take place virtually from 25 to 27 March 2026, Central European Time.

Latest schedule:
New abstract submission deadline: 16 January 2026;
New abstract acceptance notification date: 10 February 2026;
Registration deadline: 23 March 2026;
Conference date: 25–27 March 2026.

To register for the event, please click on the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/IOCO2026?section=#registration.

Topics of interest:
S1. Biomedical Optics
Session Chairs:

  • Dr. Giuseppe Trusso Sfrazzetto, Department of Chemical Science, University of Catania, Italy;
  • Dr. Francesco Chiavaioli, National Research Council of Italy (CNR-IFAC), Sesto Fiorentino, Italy.

S2. Optoelectronics and Optical Engineering
Session Chair:

  • Prof. Dr. Yuriy Garbovskiy, Department of Physics and Engineering Physics, Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, USA.

S3. Geometrical Optics
Session Chair:

  • Dr. Davide Rocco, Department of Information Engineering, University of Brescia, Italy.

S4. Photonics and Optical Communications
Session Chair:

  • Dr. Jiahao Huo, School of Computer and Communication Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, China.

S5. Laser Sciences and Technology
Session Chair:

  • Dr. Guido Toci, National Institute of Optics, National Research Council of Italy, Italy.

S6. Quantum Optics
Session Chair: Dr. Andrea Salamon, Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare, Sezione di Roma Tor Vergata, 00133 Rome, Italy.

We look forward to welcoming you to this no-fee conference.

If you have already registered, we thank you.

Prof. Dr. Costantino De Angelis, Department of Information Engineering, University of Brescia, Italy;
Prof. Dr. Thomas Seeger, Institut Fluid - und Thermodynamik, Lehrstuhl für Technische Thermodynamik, Universität Siegen, Germany

Conference Secretariat
ioco2026@mdpi.com

9 October 2025
Meet Us at the 3rd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers, 2–7 August 2026, Jeju, South Korea


Following from our two previous successful editions, we invite you to submit your abstracts and participate in the 3rd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers, taking place from 2 to 7 August 2026 in Jeju, South Korea.

Organized by MDPI and the open access journals Sensors, Micromachines, AI Sensors, Micro and Remote Sensing, this in-person conference will once again bring together experts and participating researchers who will share insights and innovations in sensors, sensing technology, transducers and artificial intelligence.

Start preparing your abstracts:
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work to peers and leading experts in AI-enhanced sensing systems and transducers. We will be announcing the session topics at AIS 2026 soon.

Find out more about the instructions for authors: https://sciforum.net/event/AIS2026?section=#instructions.

Find out more about the publication opportunities available for authors: https://sciforum.net/event/AIS2026?section=#Publicationopportunities.
Please feel free to share the information about this conference to your colleagues and students.

We look forward to welcoming you in Jeju!

The organizing committee of the 3rd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers (AIS 2026).

26 May 2026
Applied Sciences Exceptional Reviewers List 2026


We are thrilled to share the updated Exceptional Reviewers List 2026. This program was established to recognize and honor scholars who have consistently delivered exceptional review reports to our journal. Committed to fostering rigorous research and promoting knowledge exchange, Applied Sciences (ISSN: 2076-3417) acknowledges the vital role our reviewers play in maintaining the quality and integrity of the articles we publish. According to surveys conducted in 2025, 93% of our authors rated the peer review process as good or excellent, reflecting the strength and effectiveness of our reviewer community.

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all the reviewers who have generously volunteered their time and expertise to assist in Applied Sciences’ peer-review process. Their dedication and attention to detail in evaluating manuscripts, offering valuable feedback, and contributing to academic rigor are truly commendable.

The Exceptional Reviewers List was introduced in May 2026. Each quarter, we will be selecting a group of outstanding reviewers and introduce them here.

Q1

Name: Dr. Daniele Fattorini
Affiliation: Università Politecnica delle Marche (Univpm), Italy

Name: Dr. Alejandro Arbelaez
Affiliation: Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain

Name: Dr. Wenbo Zhu
Affiliation: Southeast University, China

Name: Dr. Zheming Liu
Affiliation: Northeastern University, China

Name: Dr. Luca Dimauro
Affiliation: Politecnico di Torino, Italy

Name: Dr. Esvan Perez-Perez
Affiliation: Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain

Name: Dr. Paweł Rudnicki-Velasquez
Affiliation: National Medicines Institute, Poland

Name: Dr. Matteo Bodini
Affiliation: Università degli Studi di Milano, Italy

Name: Dr. William Huxter
Affiliation: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA

Name: Dr. Giuseppe Ciaburro
Affiliation: Pegaso University, Italy

Name: Dr. Maciej Kalinowski
Affiliation: Warsaw University of Technology, Poland

Name: Dr. Juan Calderon
Affiliation: Bethune Cookman University, USA

Name: Prof. Dr. Riccardo Liberotti
Affiliation: University of Perugia, Italy

Name: Dr. Juan Calderon
Affiliation: Bethune Cookman University, USA

Name: Prof. Dr. Helena M. Ramos
Affiliation: Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal

Name: Dr. Lorenzo Albanese
Affiliation: Institute of Bioeconomy, National Research Council of Italy, Italy

Name: Dr. Edgars Bernans
Affiliation: Riga Stradins University, Latvia

Name: Dr. Domenico De Carlo
Affiliation: Mediterranea University, Italy

Name: Dr. Fabrice Brunel
Affiliation: University Claude Bernard Lyon 1, France

Name: Dr. Krzysztof Domino
Affiliation: Institute of Theoretical and Applied Informatics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland

Name: Dr. Valeri Petrov Gochev
Affiliation: University of Telecommunications and Posts, Bulgaria

Name: Dr. Chad Schou
Affiliation: University of Nicosia Medical School, Cyprus

Name: Dr. Mironela Pirnau
Affiliation: Titu Maiorescu University, Romania

Name: Prof. Dr. Zhiguo Qu
Affiliation: Xi’an Jiaotong University, China

Name: Dr. Zlatko Brisevac
Affiliation: University of Zagreb, Croatia

Name: Dr. Carlos D. Gómez-Carmona
Affiliation: Universidad de Alicante: Alicante, Spain

Name: Dr. Pawel Kazibudzki
Affiliation: Opole University of Technology, Poland

Name: Dr. Silvie Bernatová
Affiliation: Institute of Scientific Instruments of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Czech Republic

See what our reviewers have to say about Applied Sciences’ review process:

“I am thrilled to serve as a reviewer for Applied Sciences, having consistently positive experiences with multidisciplinary manuscripts and appreciating the clarity and courtesy of communications that result from excellent editorial work.”—Dr. Daniele Fattorini

“I see peer review as a collaborative process. My goal is always to provide detailed, constructive suggestions that can strengthen the manuscript. Being a reviewer allows me to serve the scholarly community, and I hope to make the publication process both rigorous and author-friendly. Reviewing helps me stay current with cutting-edge research and sharpens my own critical thinking. I believe a good review respects the author’s effort while clearly pointing out weaknesses and offering solutions. It’s a responsibility I take seriously.”—Dr. Wenbo Zhu

“Reviewing is an opportunity to contribute to the quality, rigor, and advancement of research through constructive and timely feedback.”—Dr. Esvan Perez-Perez

“Peer review plays a crucial role in maintaining scientific quality and integrity, especially in interdisciplinary research.”—Dr. Paweł Rudnicki-Velasquez

“Peer review is the backbone of quality science. Contributing to Applied Sciences as a reviewer is a privilege that helps ensure rigorous and impactful research reaches the community.”—Dr. Matteo Bodini

“I was pleased to serve as a reviewer for Applied Sciences. This experience allowed me to engage with diverse, high-quality research and contribute to improving the clarity, rigor, and impact of the authors’ work.”—Dr Giuseppe Ciaburro

“Peer-review activity represents, foremost, an important opportunity for intellectual and scientific growth. It allows scholars to engage with researchers from different countries and disciplinary traditions, often addressing topics closely related to, intersecting with, or expanding one’s own field of expertise.
At the same time, it offers the opportunity to share personal knowledge in support of scientific progress. In the Italian academic context, this dimension may be associated with the relevant concept of the “Terza Missione” (Third Mission): academics’ responsibility to contribute to the common good and to the growth of society through dissemination and advancement of culture.”—Prof. Dr. Riccardo Liberotti

“Through peer review, I contribute to research quality and fairness while gaining early insight into new work and continuously improving my own scientific writing and methodology.”—Dr. Edgars Bernans

“Reviewing interdisciplinary research, including optimization methods and machine learning approaches for resilient railway systems, is a rewarding way to support impactful, high-quality science.”—Dr. Krzysztof Domino

“The activity of a reviewer requires attention, discernment, and responsibility, contributing to strengthening the quality of research and scientific papers. Whenever time allows, I remain seriously involved in this activity.”—Dr. Mironela Pirnau

“I approach peer review with rigor, clarity, and responsibility, aiming to ensure methodological soundness, logical consistency, and a meaningful contribution to scientific knowledge.”—Dr. Pawel Kazibudzki

You can read more testimonials at the following link:
https://www.mdpi.com/testimonials?type=all&journal_id=90&page_count=50.

22 May 2026
Meet Us at the 2026 International Congress on Membranes and Membrane Processes (ICOM 2026), 18–25 July 2026, San Antonio, Texas, USA


We are pleased to announce that MDPI will be participating in the 2026 International Congress on Membranes and Membrane Processes (ICOM 2026), organized by the North American Membrane Society, taking place from 18 to 25 July 2026 in San Antonio, Texas, USA.

The ICOM 2026 presents a unique opportunity for international and regional communities to collaborate together toward the aim of advancing scalable membrane engineering. Visit our booth to discover MDPI’s latest publications, Special Issues, and open access initiatives in hydrogen technologies and related fields. Our Editors will be on hand to discuss your research and answer any questions about publishing with MDPI.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at this conference:

If you are planning to attend this conference, please feel free to reach out online and start a conversation with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person at our booth and answering any questions you may have. For more information about this event, please click the following link: https://www.membranes.org/icom2026.

21 May 2026
Meet Us at the AIM2026 IEEE/ASME International Conference on Advanced Intelligent Mechatronics (AIM2026), 7–10 July 2026, Genova, Italy


MDPI will be attending the AIM2026 IEEE/ASME International Conference on Advanced Intelligent Mechatronics (AIM2026), which will be held from 7 to 10 July 2026, in Genova, Italy.

The AIM2026 International Conference aims to provide an international and global forum for presenting and discussing the latest advances in Advanced Intelligent Mechatronics.

As the flagship conference focusing on mechatronics and intelligent systems, the IEEE/ASME International Conference on Advanced Intelligent Mechatronics (AIM) brings together an international community of experts to discuss the state of the art, new research results, perspectives of future developments, and innovative applications relevant to mechatronics, robotics, automation, industrial electronics, and related areas.

The following open access journals will be represented:

If you plan to attend this conference, please feel free to stop by our booth and have a conversation with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit https://aim2026.com/.

14 May 2026
Meet Us at the 35th International Conference on Adaptive Structures and Technologies (ICAST 2026), 1–3 June 2026, Hongkong, China


MDPI will attend the ICAST 2026, which will take place in Hongkong, from 1 to 3 June 2026.

Smart and adaptive structures have attracted growing attention from both academia and industry due to their transformative potential across engineering, materials science, and intelligent systems. As a long-standing and internationally recognized conference series, ICAST continues to bring together researchers, engineers, and innovators advancing the frontiers of adaptive structures, smart materials, vibration control, energy harvesting, and related technologies. Building on over three decades of successful conferences held across North America, Asia, and Europe, the 35th International Conference on Adaptive Structures and Technologies (ICAST 2026), hosted by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, offers a valuable platform for interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration. Held in the dynamic and innovation-driven city of Hong Kong, the conference provides participants with the opportunity to engage with leading experts and explore the latest developments shaping the future of smart and sustainable technologies.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the conference:

If you are planning on attending this conference, please do not hesitate to stop by our booth and start a conversation with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit the following website: https://icast2026.hkust.edu.hk/.

14 May 2026
Applied Sciences Webinar | Tunneling and Underground Engineering: Recent Advances and Challenges, 18 May 2026


Message from the webinar Chair:

We warmly welcome you to this webinar entitled “Tunneling and Underground Engineering: Recent Advances and Challenges”. As urban spaces become increasingly congested, the development and utilization of underground space have gained paramount importance. This webinar therefore brings together leading experts to share cutting-edge research and practical innovations in tunnel construction, trenchless technologies, and geotechnical engineering.

Our distinguished speakers will present on topics including TBM performance prediction, rock mass characterization, and the latest advances in long‑distance rectangular pipe jacking technology. Through these presentations and discussions, you will gain valuable insights into the current trends, challenges, and future directions of underground engineering. We hope this event fosters inspiring exchanges and collaborations among professionals and researchers in the field.

Thank you for joining us, and we wish you a fruitful webinar.

Date: 18 May at 9:00 a.m. CEST | 3:00 p.m. CST (Asia)
Webinar ID: 898 4658 5889
Webinar webpage: https://sciforum.net/event/ApplSci-27

Register now for free!

Program:

Speaker

Presentation Title

Time in CEST

Time in CST (Asia)

Prof. Dr. Zhanping Song (Chair)

Chair Introduction

9:00–9:10 a.m.

3:00–3:10 p.m.

Prof. Dr. Saffet Yagiz

Improving the Calibration of Terrestrial Laser Scanners (TLSs)

9:10–9:30 a.m.

3:10–3:30 p.m.

Dr. Peng Ma

The Relms vs. Splats Wars in Generalized Scene Reconstruction (GSR)

9:30–9:50 a.m.

3:30–3:50 p.m.

 

Q&A Session

9:50–10:05 a.m.

3:50–4:05 p.m.

Prof. Dr. Zhanping Song

Closing of Webinar

10:05–10:10 a.m.

4:05–4:10 p.m.

Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the webinar. Registrations with academic and institutional email addresses will be prioritized.

Unable to attend? Register anyway, and we will let you know when the recording becomes available.

Webinar Chair and Keynote Speakers:

  • Prof. Dr. Zhanping Song, Department of Geotechnical and Underground Engineering, School of Civil Engineering, Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology, China;
  • Prof. Dr. Saffet Yagiz, Department of Mining Engineering, School of Mining and Geosciences, Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan;
  • Dr. Peng Ma, Department of Geotechnical and Underground Engineering, School of Civil Engineering, Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology, China.

14 May 2026
Applied Sciences Webinar | Reassessing Fractional Epidemic Models: Methodological Limitations and Challenges in Practical Implementation, 22 May 2026


This webinar explores the growing use of fractional calculus in epidemic modeling, with particular attention to its methodological foundations and practical limitations. Fractional derivatives, such as the Riemann–Liouville and Caputo formulations, extend the classical concept of differentiation to non-integer orders and are often introduced into compartmental epidemic models to represent memory effects or history dependence. In recent years, such approaches have been applied to the study of diseases including dengue, Ebola, HIV, and COVID-19, often with the claim that they provide greater flexibility and improved agreement with observed data.

Despite their increasing popularity, important conceptual and practical questions remain unresolved. What exactly does “memory” mean in an epidemiological context? How should the non-local nature of fractional operators be interpreted biologically? Are these models methodologically justified, and how should issues such as initialization and physical relevance be addressed? The webinar critically examines these questions, highlighting recent work linking Caputo-type epidemic models to non-Markovian processes, hazard functions, and transition risks.

This webinar also considers the relationship between fractional formulations and delay differential equations, which naturally encode temporal dependence, in order to clarify both the connections and distinctions between these approaches. Overall, the webinar aims to provide a critical reassessment of fractional epidemic models and to stimulate discussion on their validity, interpretability, and usefulness in practical epidemiological applications.

Date: 22 May 2026
Time: 10:00 p.m. EDT | 4:00 p.m. CEST
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/ApplSci-29

Register now for free.

 

Program:

Speaker/Presentation

Time in EDT

Time in CEST

Carla M. A. Pinto
Chair Introduction

10:00 p.m.–10:10 p.m.

4:00 p.m.–4:10 p.m.

Christopher Angstmann
A Framework for Fractional Order Compartment Models

10:10 p.m.–10:30 p.m.

4:10 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Q&A Session

10:30 p.m.–10:40 p.m.

4:30 p.m.–4:40 p.m.

Jocelyn Sabatier
Physical Limitations and Contradictions of Fractional Order Models

10:40 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

4:40 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Q&A Session

11:00 p.m.–11:10 p.m.

5:00 p.m.–5:10 p.m.

Marc Jornet
On the Interpretation of Caputo Fractional Compartmental Models in Epidemiology and Sociology

11:10 p.m.–11:30 p.m.

5:10 p.m.–5:30 p.m.

Q&A Session

11:30 p.m.–11:40 p.m.

5:30 p.m.–5:40 p.m.

Closing of Webinar
Carla M. A. Pinto

11:40 p.m.–11:45 p.m.

5:40 p.m.–5:45 p.m.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the webinar. Registrations with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized.

Unable to attend? Feel free to register anyway; the session will be recorded, and we will let you know when the recording is available for viewing.

Webinar Chair and Speakers:

  • Dr. Carla Pinto, Mathematics, School of Engineering, Polytechnic of Porto, Porto, Portugal;
  • Dr. Christopher Angstmann, School of Mathematics and Statistics, UNSW Sydney, Australia;
  • Prof. Dr. Jocelyn Sabatier, IMS Laboratory, Université de Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France;
  • Prof. Dr. Marc Jornet, International University of La Rioja, Spain.

For more information about this webinar, please visit the following website: https://sciforum.net/event/ApplSci-29?subscribe.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact applsci@mdpi.com.

Applied Sciences Webinar Secretariat

9 May 2026
Applied Sciences | Invitation to Read the Updated Editor’s Choice Articles


The goal of the Editor’s Choice Articles project is to promote high-quality articles published in Applied Sciences (ISSN: 2076-3417). Please find below the list of articles carefully handpicked by the scientific editors of the journal, which we believe will be of interest to you. The full list of Editor’s Choice Articles can be viewed at the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/applsci/editors_choice.

1. “Traditional and Advanced Curing Strategies for Concrete Materials: A Systematic Review of Mechanical Performance, Sustainability, and Future Directions”
by Robert Haigh and Omid Ameri Sianaki
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(20), 11055; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152011055

2. “From BIM to UAVs: A Systematic Review of Digital Solutions for Productivity Challenges in Construction”
by Victor Francisco Saraiva Landim, João Poças Martins and Diego Calvetti
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(19), 10843; https://doi.org/10.3390/app151910843
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/19/10843

3. “D-Band THz A-Scanner for Grout Void Inspection of External Bridge Tendons”
by Dae-Su Yee, Ji Sang Yahng and Seung Hyun Cho
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(19), 10859; https://doi.org/10.3390/app151910859
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/19/10859

4. “Mechanism of Burial Depth Effect on Recovery Under Different Coupling Models: Response and Simplification”
by Zhanglei Fan, Gangwei Fan, Dongsheng Zhang, Tao Luo, Xuesen Han, Guangzheng Xu and Haochen Tong
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(21), 11657; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152111657
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/21/11657

5. “Virtual Exhibitions of Cultural Heritage: Research Landscape and Future Directions”
by Huachun Cui and Jiawei Wu
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(22), 12287; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152212287
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/22/12287

6. “Development of Numerical Models of Degraded Pedestrian Footbridges Based on the Cable-Stayed Footbridge over the Wisłok River in Rzeszów”
by Dominika Ziaja and Ewa Błazik-Borowa
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(19), 10798; https://doi.org/10.3390/app151910798
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/19/10798

7. “Research on Slope Excavation Stability Based on PSO-BP Reinforcement Optimization Algorithm”
by Yu Zhang, Xuan Wang, Jiasheng Zhang, Xiaobin Chen, Honggang Wu and Yingrun Chen
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(21), 11726; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152111726
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/21/11726

8. “Cost-Efficient Injection Mold Design: A Holistic Approach to Leveraging Additive Manufacturing’s Design Freedom Through Topology Optimization”
by Julian Redeker, Hagen Watschke, Simon Wurzbacher, Josias Kayser, Karl Hilbig, Thomas Vietor, Okan Sezek and Christoph Gayer
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(20), 10923; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152010923
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/20/10923

9. “Dynamic Covalent Bonds in 3D-Printed Polymers: Strategies, Principles, and Applications”
by Trong Danh Nguyen, My Thi Ngoc Nguyen and Jun Seop Lee
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(21), 11755; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152111755
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/21/11755

10. “Design and Validation of 3D-Printed Personalized Seat Inserts for Truck Drivers”
by Boris Steenhuis, Mehmet Özdemir, Amir Anwar-Hameed and Yu (Wolf) Song
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(24), 12985; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152412985
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/24/12985

11. “High-Intensity Focused Pressure Wave Generation via Q-Switched Er:YAG Laser with a Water Layer Formed by the Coupled Lens for Optoacoustic Conversion”
by Dominik Šavli, Aleš Babnik, Daniele Vella and Matija Jezeršek
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(19), 10860; https://doi.org/10.3390/app151910860
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/19/10860

12. “Adaptive Dual-Frequency Denoising Network-Based Strip Non-Uniformity Correction Method for Uncooled Long Wave Infrared Camera”
by Ajun Shao, Hongying He, Guanghui Gao, Mengxu Zhang, Pengqiang Ge, Xiaofang Kong, Weixian Qian, Guohua Gu, Qian Chen and Minjie Wan
Appl. Sci. 2026, 16(2), 1052; https://doi.org/10.3390/app16021052
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/16/2/1052

13. “Novel Imaging Devices: Coding Masks and Varifocal Systems”
by Cristina M. Gómez-Sarabia and Jorge Ojeda-Castañeda
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(19), 10743; https://doi.org/10.3390/app151910743
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/19/10743

14. “Characterization and Spectroscopic Studies of the Morin-Zinc Complex in Solution and in PMMA Solid Matrix”
by Malgorzata Sypniewska, Beata Jędrzejewska, Marek Pietrzak, Marek Trzcinski, Robert Szczęsny, Mateusz Chorobinski and Lukasz Skowronski
Appl. Sci. 2026, 16(1), 91; https://doi.org/10.3390/app16010091
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/16/1/91

15. “Hybrid Neural Network-Based Maritime Carbon Dioxide Emission Prediction: Incorporating Dynamics for Enhanced Accuracy”
by Seunghun Lim and Jungmo Oh
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(9), 4654; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15094654
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/9/4654

16. “Thermal Behavior of Concrete: Understanding the Influence of Coefficient of Thermal Expansion of Concrete on Rigid Pavements”
by Alka Subedi, Hyunhwan Kim, Moon-Sup Lee and Soon-Jae Lee
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(6), 3213; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15063213
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/6/3213

17. “Experimental Study of a Novel Prototype of Dual-Cycle Two-Phase Cooling System for a Data Cabinet”
by Hao Cheng, Tongzhi Yang, Yifan Zhao, Leixin Wang, Weixing Yuan and Kexian Ren
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(5), 2386; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15052386
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/5/2386

We would like to thank all of the research groups that authored these exceptional papers for their contribution. We sincerely hope you find these articles of Applied Sciences as useful and insightful as we have found them.

6 May 2026
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO's Letter #34 - MDPI US Office, Coatings 2026, Media and Partnerships, Recapping Poland Summit & Serbia Salon

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 Opens First US Office in Philadelphia

I am delighted to highlight an important milestone in MDPI’s continued global development: the recent opening of our first office in the United States, located in Philadelphia.

This marks a significant step in building our engagement with one of the world’s most important research communities. The new office will serve as a hub for supporting scholars across the US, creating closer connections and more localized support.

As highlighted in recent coverage by our press release in InPublishing, this expansion reflects MDPI’s broader commitment to growing our international presence while remaining focused on the needs of the research community.

A Key Market for Research and Collaboration

The United States continues to play a central role in global research. To date, MDPI has published more than 237,000 articles affiliated with US institutions, and we collaborate with nearly 12,000 Editorial Board Members across the country. These relationships are fundamental to our mission of supporting Open Access and advancing scientific communication.

The opening of this office is not just about geography; it is about proximity to the communities we serve. It allows us to better understand the evolving needs of researchers while continuing to build collaboration and trust within the academic ecosystem.

The Team Behind this Milestone

This milestone reflects the efforts of teams across MDPI. I extend a special thank-you to Bob Vrooman (Head of Business Development, MDPI), who is leading this expansion, as well as to our colleagues in Toronto and across our North American teams for their continued support.

Bob shared: “MDPI is already a trusted partner of the North American research community, due in no small part to our dedicated team in Canada. Launching our first US office in Philadelphia is a great first step towards expanding MDPI’s market share and recognition in the US. I’m thrilled to be a part of this new phase in MDPI’s journey.”

As we continue to grow, our focus remains on supporting researchers globally and advancing Open Access with integrity.

Impactful Research

Coatings 2026: Highlights from Our Latest MDPI Conference (20-22 April)

I am pleased to share the successful completion of MDPI conference Coatings 2026, which took place last week in Athens from 20 to 22 April 2026. This conference brought together a diverse international community of researchers, industry experts, and partners, highlighting MDPI’s role not only as a publisher but also as a platform for scientific exchange and collaboration.

Conference Highlights

Coatings 2026 in numbers:

  • The event attracted approximately 140 participants from 25 countries
  • 143 submissions and a strong scientific program of talks and posters
  • 2 keynote speakers and a wide range of invited contributions
  • 7 sponsors and 11 media partners supporting the event

Scientific Programme

The program centered on “Safe and Sustainable by Design,” reflecting the growing importance of sustainability, regulatory frameworks, and technological innovation in materials science. Topics ranged from advanced coating technologies and additive manufacturing to AI-driven simulations and strategies to phase out potentially harmful substances in industrial processes.

Importantly, the conference brought together both academic and industrial perspectives, creating a space for dialogue on how research can translate into real-world impact. This is important as industries navigate environmental challenges, evolving regulations, and the need for more sustainable and circular approaches to production.

Thank You!

I would like to thank the entire conference team for their work in organizing this successful event. As we continue to grow, conferences like this play an important role in building our connection with global research communities, supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, and positioning MDPI at the intersection of science, technology, and societal impact.

Members from Exelisis and MDPI EU Conference & Social Media team at the Coatings 2026 Conference in Athens, Greece.

Inside MDPI

Recent Media Coverage and Partnerships

Over the past two months, news from MDPI has enjoyed strong visibility across international publishing and academic media, reflecting our continued expansion and the increasing relevance of our work within the research community.

Below are some highlights covering partnerships, institutional agreements, and milestones that continue to shape our position in publishing – some of which are featured in leading industry platforms such as InPublishing, which is highly selective and reflects the growing recognition of MDPI’s growth within the publishing ecosystem.

Key Press Releases & Coverage (March–April 2026)

  • MDPI × Sikt (Norway): Partnership Renewal

    We renewed our national Open Access agreement with Sikt, a key consortium partnership, continuing to support researchers across Norway through this partnership. The renewal was covered by several international publishing trade outlets.

    Covered by: Research Information, STM Publishing News, ALPSP, Europe Says

  • MDPI × Jisc (UK): New Two-Year Open Access Agreement

    A new two-year agreement with Jisc significantly expands MDPI’s footprint across UK academic institutions. Coverage appeared across major publishing industry titles in the UK and internationally.

    Covered by: InPublishing, Research Information, STM Publishing News, ALPSP

  • MDPI Opens First US Office

    The opening of our first US office marks an important milestone in our North American expansion to build engagement with one of the world’s leading research communities.

    Coverage by: EurekAlert!, InPublishing, EdTech Innovation Hub, STM Publishing News, ALPSP

  • MDPI × SIGG: Italian Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics

    We established a new partnership with the Italian Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics (SIGG), adding to our growing portfolio of society collaborations.

    Coverage by: EurekAlert!, STM Publishing News, ALPSP

  • MDPI × Fast Track Health: New Journal Launch

    The launch of a new journal in partnership with Fast Track Health reflects our continued expansion into emerging areas of health innovation.

    Coverage by: EurekAlert!, Scienmag, STM Publishing News, ALPSP

  • MDPI 2025 Annual Report

    Our 2025 Annual Report was also widely covered across international media, highlighting a 12% increase in submissions and continued investment in research integrity, infrastructure, and partnerships.

    Coverage by: EurekAlert!, Research Information, STM Publishing News, ALPSP, Choice 360

Coverage also spanned multiple regions including Poland, Romania and South Korea, reflecting our ongoing efforts to communicate more effectively with regional research communities.

Looking Ahead

This coverage shows that MDPI is growing and building on its position through partnerships, visibility, and engagement across regions. As we continue to expand, our focus remains on supporting researchers globally, building on our institutional collaborations, and advancing Open Access with integrity.

Thank you to all teams involved in delivering these initiatives, and to our External Affairs team for ensuring our work is effectively communicated across the global publishing landscape!

Coming Together for Science

Recapping MDPI Poland Summit 2026 in Krakow (23 April)

On 23 April 2206, we hosted the first MDPI Poland Summit 2026 in Kraków, bringing together an engaged group of editors, researchers, and academic leaders from the country.

The Poland Summit welcomed some 45 participants, including Editors-in-Chief, Associate Editors, and Editorial Board Members, many with strong academic track records and international recognition.

Our engagements were open and constructive, focusing on MDPI’s positioning and reputation in Poland, alongside community interest in supporting our development, with active participation across our sessions, including Q&A and panel discussions.

MDPI Poland Summit Programme

From research integrity and peer review quality to AI in publishing and the future of academic communication, the agenda featured important topics currently shaping our industry.

During the day, MDPI colleagues shared a series of presentations covering:

  • MDPI’s performance, growth, and impact in Poland: Stefan Tochev (CEO)
  • Engagement with Academic Community: Dr. Marta Colomer (Public Affairs Lead)
  • Research Integrity and Publication Ethics: Anna Pena (Research Integrity Manager)
  • MDPI Editorial Process and Peer-Review Quality Metrics: Dr. Liliane Auwerter (Conference Organizer)
  • AI in the Publishing Industry – Challenges, Innovation and MDPI’s vision: Dr. Enric Sayas (AI Product Owner)
  • Panel Session: The Future of Academic Publishing, moderated by Dr. Marta Colomer 

Poland as a Key Market for Open Access

The summit also highlighted the importance of Poland within the global research landscape.

In 2025:

  • 75% of publications in Poland were made in Open Access
  • 71% of those in Gold Open Access
  • and over 344,000 publications produced in the last five years

MDPI plays a significant role in the Polish publishing ecosystem:

  • #1 Open Access publisher in Poland
  • 17% share of Open Access publications in 2025
  • More than 12,500 publications from Polish institutions in 2025
  • More than 91,000 publications overall since 1996

Looking Ahead

Events like the Poland Summit are an important part of how we evolve as an organization. They allow us to share the latest developments of MDPI and listen directly to our researchers and editors to better understand the market and align our development with the needs of the local community.

As MDPI continues to grow, this type of engagement will remain essential in ensuring that we are not only scaling globally, but doing so in a way that is aligned, trusted, and collaborative.


With Igor Matic (Office Manager, Krakow, Poland, MDPI) at the MDPI Poland Summit in Krakow.

Closing Thoughts

Recapping MDPI Serbia Salon 2026 in Belgrade (22 April)

On 22 April 2026, we hosted the MDPI Serbia Salon 2026 in Belgrade. The Salon welcomed over 50 participants, including more than 40 invited scholars from leading Serbian institutions, alongside colleagues from MDPI. The event also marked two important milestones: 30 years of MDPI and 10 years of our presence in Serbia, making it a celebration and an opportunity for reflection.

A Platform for Exchange

The Salon was designed not just as a series of presentations, but as a place for dialogue. Throughout the day, discussions focused on important topics around publishing today: research integrity and editorial standards, journal indexing and visibility, the evolving role of artificial intelligence, and funding and support for Open Access publishing.

Program Overview

  • Opening the Salon MDPI Serbia 2026 – Serbia results and direction: Emir Ramadani (Operations Manager)
  • Update on MDPI’s performance and growth: Stefan Tochev (CEO)
  • Collaboration with MDPI – A personal perspective: Prof. Dr Srećko Stopić (Editorial Board Member)
  • Linking Scientific Quality and Visibility: The role of indexing in publishing
  • Research integrity and editorial ethics: Ana Stanković (Research Integrity Specialist)
  • Artificial Intelligence in Scientific Publishing – Challenges, innovations and vision of MDPI: Dr Miloš Čučulović (Head of Technology Innovation)

It was encouraging to see the high level of engagement and discussion with the local academic community.

Publishing in Serbia

With 10 years of MDPI in Serbia (since 2016) and over 620 colleagues across 10 departments spread across offices in Belgrade and Novi Sad, MDPI continues to invest in the long-term development of the research community in Serbia and beyond.

Some high-level indicators illustrate both the strength of the local research ecosystem and MDPI’s role within it:

  • 12,910 total publications in Serbia in 2025, of which 8,708 (67%) were Open Access (of which, in turn, 75% were Gold OA)
  • A total of more than 55,000 publications (2021–2025), with 68% published Open Access
  • 2,122 MDPI publications from Serbian institutions in 2025
  • 25% of all Open Access publications in Serbia are published with MDPI
  • More than 11,000 MDPI publications from Serbian institutions since 1996
  • More than 75 Editorial Board Members from Serbia, including Editors-in-Chief and Associate Editors.

These figures reflect the growth of OA publishing in Serbia and the strong collaboration between MDPI and Serbia's research community.

Top 5 Publishers in Serbia (MDPI #1 with steady growth)

Looking Ahead

Research integrity and artificial intelligence will remain central topics for the industry. At the same time, clear communication of editorial processes will be essential in building trust and transparency.

Workshops and direct engagement remain among the most effective ways to strengthen these connections. As Open Access funding models continue to evolve, new opportunities for collaboration are emerging across institutions, publishers, and the broader research community.

Thank You!

The excellent feedback from participants shows the value of creating spaces where ideas can be exchanged openly and constructively. Sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of this event: our speakers, participants, and especially the MDPI Serbia team for their great organization and support.

Stefan Tochev
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG


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