Announcements
16 July 2026
The 3rd International Online Conference on Biomimetics (IOCB 2026)—Submissions Closing on 27 July 2026
31 July 2026
19 Journals Celebrating Milestone Anniversaries in 2026
In 2026, MDPI celebrates the milestone anniversaries of 19 journals. Over the decades, these journals have built research communities, made knowledge openly accessible, and earned the trust of scientific authors worldwide.
Below, the journals mark the occasion in their own words:
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Journal of Theoretical and Applied Electronic Commerce Research |
“Looking ahead, JTAER enters its next chapter with both excitement and responsibility. Our vision is for JTAER to continue serving as a leading outlet for innovative, interdisciplinary, and globally relevant research.” |
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“I extend my congratulations to the current editorial team and everyone who has played a role in reaching this milestone. May the journal continue to flourish and push the boundaries of biomimetic science in all areas.” |
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“This anniversary is a celebration, but it is also a new beginning. We reaffirm our commitment to the principles of rigor, ethics, and innovation that have brought us here.” |
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“Since our launch in 2016, the journal has provided an advanced open-access platform, bridging fundamental fluid mechanics with cutting-edge applications in various fields.” |
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“The future belongs to geriatrics—and that is why we are also very optimistic about our journal.” |
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International Journal of Turbomachinery, Propulsion and Power |
“On behalf of the entire editorial team, let me express my most sincere thanks to the whole team who has contributed to the journal’s success over the past ten years.” |
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“It is my hope that Inventions will continue to attract and mobilize the broader scientific community to the discovery of completely unique functions or results, offering readers radical breakthroughs and novel contributions.” |
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Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology |
“Our mission remains steadfast: to provide an open-access platform where rigorous morphological study meets practical kinesiological application.” |
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“The journal’s anniversary is an opportunity to express my sincere appreciation for all who contributed to the success of the journal.” |
In addition to the journals featured with anniversary messages from their Editors-in-Chief, the following journals also mark milestone anniversaries in 2026:
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Journal Highlight |
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Advances in Respiratory Medicine |
A clinical and scientific forum for advances in respiratory medicine, including the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of pulmonary disease. |
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Mathematical and Computational Applications |
Original research across engineering, the natural sciences, and the social sciences where mathematical or computational techniques solve specific problems. |
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A long-established open-access journal covering synthetic chemistry, natural products, medicinal chemistry, molecular science, and related interdisciplinary research. |
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An open access forum for experimental, theoretical, and computational research across condensed matter physics and materials science. |
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A forum for research on data collection, treatment, and analysis, as well as data descriptors linked to reusable datasets. |
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A multidisciplinary forum connecting infrastructure planning, design, construction, operation, maintenance, and resilience. |
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An interdisciplinary open-access venue for research into language, linguistics, language acquisition, and multilingual communication. |
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Advancing the circular economy and sustainable resource recovery by connecting innovative research with practical solutions for a zero-waste future. |
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A specialized forum for research and clinical advances concerning the anatomy, physiology, diagnosis, and treatment of sinus disease. |
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Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease |
A global forum for research on tropical medicine, infectious diseases, public health, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. |
As these journals enter their next chapter, MDPI remains committed to supporting rigorous scholarship, open access, and constructive exchange across the global research community. We look forward to the discoveries and collaborations the years ahead will bring.
17 July 2026
Meet Us at BioMedEng26, 3–4 September 2026, Liverpool, UK
16 July 2026
Biomimetics | Issue Cover Papers in the First Half of 2025
The articles listed below have been selected by the Editorial Office of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673) as the cover articles for Issues 1–6 of Volume 10. These papers showcase the latest research developments within the journal’s scope, and we hope they will inspire new ideas and directions for scholars and authors working in these fields. For full access to all articles in Volume 10, please visit https://www.mdpi.com/2313-7673/10.
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“Parametric Design and Mechanical Characterization of a Selective Laser Sintering Additively Manufactured Biomimetic Ribbed Dome Inspired by the Chorion of Lepidopteran Eggs” Cover Story: This paper presents the parametric design and mechanical characterization of a biomimetic ribbed dome inspired by the chorion of Lepidopteran eggs. By mimicking the natural microstructure, a parametric algorithm was developed to generate a ribbed dome design, fabricated using selective laser sintering (SLS). The biomimetic structure exhibits superior mechanical properties, including reduced snap-through behavior under compressive loads, achieved by optimizing geometric features such as ring curvature. These findings demonstrate the potential for biomimetic principles in enhancing structural integrity and performance in engineering and design. |
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“How the Structure and Wettability Properties of Morpho peleides Butterfly Wings Can Be a Source of Inspiration” Cover Story: Natural surfaces have intricate topographies, giving them unique wettability behaviors. However, correlating topography and wettability remains challenging. In Morpho peleides, micro- and nanostructures are crucial for survival. This paper analyzes the wetting properties of Morpho peleides wings, examining the role of topography and surface chemistry. Structures responsible for wettability are studied via scanning electron and atomic force microscopy. Wettability is characterized through static contact and sliding angle measurements. To clarify roughness contributions, the models of Extrand and Rahmawan et al. are applied. Understanding these mechanisms offers insights into bioinspired surfaces with self-cleaning, anti-icing, and anti-corrosive properties. |
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“Decoding Brain Signals in a Neuromorphic Framework for a Personalized Adaptive Control of Human Prosthetics” Cover Story: A novel neuromorphic framework of a BMI system for prosthetics control via decoding Electro Cortico-Graphic (ECoG) brain signals was proposed. It includes a three-dimensional spike-timing neural network (3D-SNN) module for spatio-temporal feature extraction from brain signals and an online trainable recurrent reservoir module (echo state network (ESN)) for desired Motor Control Decoding (MCD). The decoder is able to adapt continuously in real time in supervised or unsupervised mode. The proposed approach was tested on several experimental data sets acquired from a tetraplegic person. Future implementation on a neuromorphic hardware platform that is smaller in size and significantly less power consuming is also discussed. |
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“The Right Tool for the Job: A Review of Insect Mouthparts as a Tool Kit for Biomimetic Studies” Cover Story: Few lineages have had a greater impact on the field of biomimicry than insects. Insects feed on a diverse array of nutritive solid and liquid foods, supported by specialized mouthpart adaptations that facilitate efficient feeding. Here, we review the literature on how insect mouthparts have contributed to the field of biomimicry. We frame our review in the context of the different feeding strategies employed by insects, including the biting–chewing strategy that involves mandibulate mouthparts and the piercing-sucking and non-piercing–sucking strategies employed by insects with haustellate mouthparts. Insect mouthparts offer an extensive “tool kit” from which to draw inspiration for improved or novel human-engineered analogs. |
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“µ-Raman Spectroscopic Temperature Dependence Cover Story: Phospholipids in water are the primary elements of cell membranes and, through their chemical and physical structures, enable cells to interact with other biological molecules (i.e., proteins and vitamins) and perform their biological functions. Due to their amphiphilic structure, phospholipids form biomimetic membranes, which are useful for studying cellular interactions and drug delivery. In this study, the biomimetic system DPhPC in deuterium solutions is investigated using µ-Raman spectroscopy across a broad temperature range—from −181.15 °C to 22.15 °C. Raman data reveal phase transitions as a function of temperature. These findings enhance our understanding of the role of artificial biomimetic lipids within complex phospholipid membranes and offer valuable insights for optimizing their use in biosensing applications. |
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“A Lightweight Bioinspired SMA-Based Grasping Mechanism for Flapping Wing MAVs” Cover Story: Birds use perching as a means to land and take off from different surfaces. This study presents a bioinspired perching mechanism to improve landing and takeoff behavior for a flapping-wing micro aerial vehicle. Mimicking the human hand, the lightweight gripper uses compliant claws actuated by shapememory alloy (SMA) springs that simulate muscle movement. The SMA-based system enables fast, bidirectional actuation using short electrical pulses. Optimized for cylindrical grasping, the 50 g gripper integrates SMA springs within its phalanges to reduce size and mass. Tests show a 16 N grasping force, enabling perching, grasping, and carrying tasks. The compact, adaptable design offers a simpler, more efficient alternative to traditional actuators for small-scale MAVs. |
9 July 2026
Meet Us at the 18th National Conference on Bioinorganic Chemistry of the Chinese Chemical Society & Symposium on Metallochemical Biology, 3–6 August 2026, Beijing, China
8 July 2026
MDPI’s Newly Launched Journals in June 2026
Our portfolio of journals available for publishing up-to-date research in immediate open access format has been further expanded. In June 2026, eleven new journals released their inaugural issues and two transferred journals released their first issue as part of MDPI, covering the subjects of environmental & earth sciences, chemistry & materials science, public health & healthcare, engineering, medicine & pharmacology, and biology & life sciences.
We extend our gratitude to the Editors-in-Chief, Associate Editors, and Editorial Board Members who will shape the future course of these new journals. Each journal is dedicated to upholding strong editorial standards through a thorough peer review process, enabling impactful open access scholarship.
Please feel free to browse and discover more about the new journals below.
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New Journals |
Founding Editor(s)-in-Chief |
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Prof. Dr. Xiaochuan Pan, Peking University, China |
public health research, practice, policy, and education; eco-health equity | |
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Prof. Dr. Xin-Gao Gong Fudan University, China; Prof. Dr. Zhimei Sun Beihang University, China |
AI-enhanced theory & simulation; generative design & discovery; autonomous experimentation; AI for characterization; large language models and agents | |
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Prof. Dr. Yong Liu, Wuhan University, China |
hydropower technology; renewable energy; water resources; optimization; rock and soil mechanics; power system stability | |
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Prof. Dr. Giovanni Rezza, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Italy |
pandemic preparedness; public health; global outbreak dynamics and epidemiology; outbreak prediction and risk forecasting; one health approach; zoonotic and pre-pandemic vaccines | |
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Prof. Dr. Brian Horton, University of Texas at Austin, USA |
stratigraphy; sedimentology; earth surface processes; basin evolution and tectonics; climate and paleoclimate | |
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Prof. Dr. Yike Guo, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, China |
artificial intelligence (AI); application of AI to engineering; Explainable AI (XAI); AI-driven design and optimization; AI for manufacturing and automation | view journal scope | submit an article |
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Prof. Dr. Hei Wong, City University of Hong Kong, China |
novel semiconductor materials; advanced heterogeneous integration technologies; advanced characterization and testing techniques; heterogeneously integrated systems and applications; modeling and design automation| |
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Prof. Dr. Michail Panagiotidis, Mississippi State University, USA |
plant-based medicines; natural products-based drug discovery; plant-based bioactive compounds; pharmacognosy; phytochemicals; pharmacokinetics | |
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Prof. Dr. Khalid Meksem, Southern Illinois University, USA |
genome biotechnology; applied genomics; genetic engineering; agricultural biotechnology; medical biotechnology; data science and AI| |
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Dr. Chenxi Wu, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China |
environmental cleanup; ecological restoration; environmental management and governance; environmental modeling and monitoring | |
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Prof. Dr. Janusz Kozinski, Lakehead University, Canada |
renewable energy; sustainable agriculture; green innovation; climate change; artificial intelligence and environmental sustainability | |
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Transferred Journals |
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Prof. Dr. Thomas Frese, Martin-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Germany |
health services in primary care; integrated care models; quality and safety of care; coordination across primary and secondary care services; patient management; primary care clinical practice and interventions; clinical interventions delivered in primary care settings; |
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Prof. Dr. Paul Gerson Unschuld, Geneva University Hospitals (HUG), Switzerland |
neurology, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and the neurosciences | |
We would like to thank everyone who has supported the development of open access publishing. If you would like to create a new journal, you are welcome to send an application here or contact the New Journal Committee (newjournal-committee@mdpi.com).
8 July 2026
Honoring the Top 1000 Reviewers for 2025
6 July 2026
Meet Us at the 52nd International Conference on Micro and Nano Engineering (MNE 2026), 21–24 September 2026, Interlaken, Switzerland
3 July 2026
Biomimetics Receives an Increased CiteScore of 6.2
3 July 2026
Biomimetics Receives an Updated Impact Factor of 4.2
