Announcements

2 April 2025
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO's Letter #21 - Annual Report, Swiss Consortium, IWD, ICARS, Serbia

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 Releases 2024 Annual Achievements Report

I’m pleased to share the release of MDPI’s 2024 Annual Achievements Report, which reflects our commitment to efficiency, transparency, and excellence in scholarly communication. The report showcases key themes related to our growth (highlighting our workforce expansion, new offices, journal milestones), excellence (editorial and publishing advancements), people (talent development and training), and community (partnerships, conferences, and outreach).

MDPI continues to build connections and drive scientific progress

Our mission remains clear: to support researchers worldwide by delivering an efficient, high-quality publishing experience while strengthening the global Open Access (OA) movement.

Advancing Open Access: A Global Knowledge Hub

In 2024, we published 238,000 peer-reviewed OA articles, reaching over 25 million downloads. This reinforces MDPI’s role as a global knowledge hub, breaking down barriers to access and ensuring that high-quality research is freely available to everyone. As part of the OA movement, we are actively democratizing knowledge, making scientific advancements accessible to researchers, policymakers, educators, and the public, without the restrictions of traditional paywalls.

Expanding our Workforce and Strengthening Research Integrity

Our global presence grew in 2024 with the opening of a new Seoul office, and our workforce expanded to 6,650 staff across 21 offices. This reflects our continued growth mindset and investment in global accessibility. We also continued to take a proactive stance on our commitment to research integrity, tripling our team in this area and joining STM’s Integrity Hub and United2Act. This means more rigorous quality control, stronger safeguards, and collaboration with global initiatives to detect and combat unethical publishing practices at an industry level. Our growth is about reinforcing our role as a trusted, ethical, and accessible publishing platform for researchers worldwide.

Growing Partnerships and Impact in Scholarly Communication

MDPI’s partnerships continue to thrive, with over 900 institutional collaborations, including a landmark agreement with ZB MED in Germany, covering more than 100 universities. Additionally, more than 90% of evaluated MDPI journals have been accepted into Web of Science, including 60 new acceptances in 2024, with nearly 300 journals expected to receive a Journal Impact Factor in 2025. In the same period, 37 MDPI journals were accepted into Scopus, bringing our total indexed titles to 306. Most importantly, 95% of authors rate their experience with MDPI as excellent or good – an achievement that underscores our dedication to serving the research community.

I encourage you to read through our Annual Report, which highlights these milestones and our vision for the future. Thank you for being part of MDPI’s journey in advancing open science.

Impactful Research

MDPI Renews Partnership with CSAL to Support Swiss Universities

I am pleased to announce the renewal of our partnership with the Consortium of Swiss Academic Libraries (CSAL) for 2025. This extension reinforces MDPI's dedication to advancing open science through transparency, efficiency, and collaboration.

Our renewed agreement with CSAL strengthens support for Swiss universities, ensuring that gold open access publishing remains both accessible and affordable for researchers across Switzerland. Among the institutions participating in this agreement are ETH Zurich and EPFL Lausanne, along with 20 other leading institutions, further expanding the reach and impact of our collaborative efforts.

To date, over 3.9 million researchers have published their findings in MDPI journals, a testament to our role in enhancing Switzerland's position as a hub for university education and research.

Inside MDPI

Celebrating International Women's Day: Accelerating Action

In honour of International Women's Day, MDPI embraced the theme “Accelerate Action,” a global call to advance women's progress by implementing effective strategies and resources. As part of our commitment, we highlighted how open access publishing empowers female voices in research and academia.

Throughout March, we featured original blogs authored by MDPI’s female contributors, showcasing the successes of our journals and employees, and addressing pressing topics such as women's health.

“Open Access supports women in education”

Women Accelerating Action Outside of MDPI

MDPI employee Ana Zdravkovic is accelerating action outside of her MDPI role as a Production Assistant. Working with like-minded women at the award-winning Belgrade-based organization UZOR OsnaŽene (meaning ‘empowered women’), they identify serious flaws in cybersecurity, and help protect women and children against online predators by providing evidence to improve legislation and laws around cyber-attacks.

In this article, we interview Ana, celebrating the important and inspiring work that she and the organisation do.

How Open Access Supports Women in Education

Every day, women and girls face barriers in education or career progression. This is caused by a range of factors, including social expectations, poverty, and poor infrastructure.

Quality opportunities and participation in the education system by women is essential to achieving equality and fulfilling their human rights.

Here, we examine how Open Access supports women in education by removing barriers and ensuring that vital research is accessible.

Recent Advancements in Research on Endometriosis

March is Endometriosis Action Month. Endometriosis is a medical condition affecting women and young girls of reproductive age, often causing symptoms such as severe pelvic pain, irregular periods, and infertility.

More research on endometriosis is still urgently needed.

This research will help develop efficient diagnoses and better treatment for those struggling with the condition.

In this article, we explore what endometriosis is and discuss the latest research advancements on the disease.

We also curated a selection of MDPI journals, articles, and Special Issues focusing on gender equity, women in the workplace, and women’s health.​ Find out more about these by visiting our IWD – Accelerate Action landing page.

As I reflect on the month of March and International Women’s Day, I would like to take a moment to recognize and thank all of the incredible women at MDPI for your dedication to democratizing knowledge and shaping open access. Your contributions are invaluable, and they continue to shape the future of MDPI.

Coming Together for Science

The International Conference on Advanced Remote Sensing (ICARS 2025)

The International Conference on Advanced Remote Sensing (ICARS 2025) took place from 26–28 March 2025, in Barcelona, Spain. It was chaired by Prof. Dr. Fabio Tosti from the Faringdon Research Centre for Non-Destructive Testing and Remote Sensing (UK), Prof. Dr. Andrea Benedetto from University Roma Tre (Italy), and Prof. Dr. Luis Ángel Ruiz from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV, Spain).

Over three days, the conference explored innovations in Earth and environmental sciences, engineering advancements, and practical applications in biological and agricultural fields.

I am pleased to share that the 1st edition of ICARS 2025 was a great success, with 133 attendees out of 146 registrations. The event featured 43 short talks, 64 posters, and 103 accepted abstracts, along with nine keynote speakers and a major panel with five expert panellists.

Over 60 attendees joined the conference dinner, and the event received outstanding feedback.

The main goal of ICARS2025 was to cover how advanced remote sensing technologies are transforming our approach to global challenges.

Awards

Four awards were presented at the conclusion of the conference, sponsored by the journal Remote Sensing: Best Poster Award (€400), Best Oral Presentation Award (€400), and two Early Career Researcher Awards (1st prize: €600 and 2nd prize: €200).

Thank you to our Partnering Societies

We are grateful for the support of our four partnering societies and nine media partners, who played an important role in promoting the conference. Special thanks to our partnering societies: the European Federation of Geologists (EFG), Geoscience Energy Society of Great Britain (GESGB), Asociación Española de Teledetección (AET) – the Spanish Association of Remote Sensing, and the International Society for Digital Earth (ISDE).

Upcoming In-Person Event

31 March–2 April 2025
Plants 2025: From Seeds to Food Security
Location: Barcelona, Spain

This event will gather plant scientists to discuss the latest research on how to feed a growing population while maintaining a sustainable agro-ecosystem.

Find more upcoming MDPI events here.

Closing Thoughts

MDPI Serbia Salon 2025: A Gathering of Academic Excellence

On Tuesday, 18 March, we successfully concluded our first MDPI Serbia Salon in Belgrade. This event provided a great opportunity to showcase MDPI’s achievements, strengthen connections with the Serbian academic community, and highlight our role as the largest publisher in Serbia. We were honoured to welcome Prof. Dr. Sergej M. Ostojić, Editor-in-Chief of MDPI journal Clinical Bioenergetics, as a guest speaker.

Over the past five years, MDPI has experienced continuous growth in Serbia, with an increasing number of publications, an expansion of Editorial Board memberships, and a greater number of active peer reviewers. The Salon allowed us to express our thanks to the Serbian research community while gathering feedback from attendees representing several major universities.

Discussion topics

As part of the event, I delivered an opening speech highlighting MDPI’s achievements and direction.

The event featured presentations from MDPI colleagues, including discussions on open science, publishing ethics, and our achievements in Serbia.

A special thank-you to all our MDPI presenters, panellists, and organizers who made his event a success. I hope the MDPI Serbia Salon becomes a tradition for years to come, creating connections within the Serbian research community.

Visit to the Science Fund of Serbia and The Ministry of Science

During my visit to Belgrade, I had the opportunity to join my colleagues Emir Ramadani (Operations Manager) and Nevena Blagojev (Journal Relations Manager) in meetings with the Science Fund of Serbia and the Ministry of Science, where we received strong support for our work in Serbia.

Both organizations highly value our presence in and commitment to Serbia, where we employ over 640 staff across our two offices in Belgrade and Novi Sad. We take great pride in creating job opportunities and supporting the community in Serbia.

“There’s a lot of exciting activity happening in MDPI Serbia”

Speaking with our Serbian Colleagues

Finally, I had the opportunity to speak with our Serbian colleagues about our initiatives to expand and to improve our marketing & communication and public relations activities.

It was great to have an open discussion with colleagues – both in person and with the hundreds who joined online.

This visit to Belgrade had been a long time coming for me. Serbia is our largest operation in Europe and there’s a lot of exciting activity happening in MDPI Serbia, including the launch of a new office floor in Novi Sad and the growth and expansion of our teams.

I look forward to returning soon and continuing to support our colleagues across our Serbian offices.

Stefan Tochev
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG

31 March 2025
Recruiting Early Career Editorial Board Members for Catalysts

In order to further enhance the international influence of Catalysts (ISSN: 2073-4344), promote the academic exchange of young scientists, and support the Editorial Board with additional talent, Catalysts is inviting interested and eligible early career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

Recruitment:
A total of 40–50 Early Career Editorial Board Members are planned to be recruited.

Application Eligibility:

  • Completed doctorate/Ph.D. degree in the past 10 years (considering exceptions for career interruptions, including medical and family leave);
  • Evidence of significant research achievements in the field of catalysts;
  • Willingness to dedicate time to the development of the journal, with passion and enthusiasm;
  • Active and engaged in their community (e.g., experienced at presenting at academic conferences or involved in professional organizations).

Benefits of Early Career Editorial Board Members:

  • A certificate of being an Early Career Editorial Board Member will be provided. The term of Early Career Editorial Board membership is two years and can then be renewed;
  • The resumes of Early Career Editorial Board Members will be publicized on the journal’s media platforms to improve academic visibility;
  • The opportunity to be promoted to an Editorial Board Member based on contributions;
  • The journal will regularly acknowledge those who participate in the peer review process on the journal’s website;
  • Opportunities to exchange ideas with internationally influential researchers in this field; opportunities to participate in or host annual meetings and online seminars organized by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members.

Responsibilities of Early Career Editorial Board Members:

  • Publicizing and promoting the journal at academic conferences and among peers;
  • Selecting high-quality articles and preparing bilingual media content for promotion;
  • Reviewing at least one and no more than three manuscripts per year;
  • Providing input on any new initiatives of journal development;
  • Inviting submissions from local and overseas world-leading scientists in respective research fields.

Applications:
Please send the application form and your academic resume to catalysts@mdpi.com with the subject “Catalysts Early Career Editorial Board Application + Name + Institute + Research Expertise”.

Application deadline: 31 July 2025.

Selection Process:
Initial screening of application materials → selection by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members → email notification → issuing a certificate of appointment.

The selection will be made within one month of the application deadline, and the results will be announced on the journal website.

27 February 2025
More than 300 MDPI Journals Indexed in Web of Science

MDPI is pleased to share a significant milestone in its mission to advance scholarly research and promote the dissemination of knowledge—300+ MDPI journals are now indexed in Web of Science (WoS). This milestone highlights the global recognition, interdisciplinary impact and enhanced visibility of our journals. It also reflects our adherence to rigorous editorial standards, scientific integrity, and our mission to foster open scientific exchange in all forms, across all disciplines. 

To explore the full list of our journals indexed in WoS, please visit https://www.mdpi.com/about/journals/wos. Beyond expanding the coverage of our publications in the leading academic databases, we are dedicated to ensuring that our journals are included in as many scope-specific databases as possible. This increases the visibility of our authors’ work and extends the reach of their significant data. 

This milestone would not have been possible without the efforts and expertise of our academic editors, reviewers and authors. Their commitment and collaboration have been instrumental in creating an inclusive, accessible, and impactful publishing platform. We also extend our gratitude to the global research community for their trust as we continue to break new ground in academic publishing. This milestone is not just a celebration of MDPI’s progress but also recognition of the collective strides made by researchers worldwide. 

As we celebrate this remarkable accomplishment, MDPI remains steadfast in its commitment to open access publishing and ensuring that high-quality research reaches and inspires a global audience.

17 February 2025
MDPI Celebrates Excellence in Medical Research with Early Career Researcher Awards


MDPI, a pioneer in scholarly open access publishing, and the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine), Singapore, proudly announce the successful conclusion of the first edition the MDPI Early Career Researcher Awards. The awards, which recognize outstanding contributions to medical and biomedical research, were presented to six exceptional researchers during an awards ceremony held at LKCMedicine HQ Building on 28 November 2024.

Honoring Excellence in Research

The awards recognize exceptional postdoctoral researchers and Ph.D. students who have demonstrated outstanding originality, innovation, and impact in their respective fields. We are honored to announce the winners of the 2024 edition:

Early Career Researcher (Postdoc) Award:

  • Dr. Theresia Handayani Mina, “Adiposity and Metabolic Health in Asian Populations: An Epidemiological Study Using Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry in Singapore”;
  • Dr. Erfan Rezvani Ghomi, “Wound Healing Improvement by Novel Aligned Antimicrobial Nanofibrous 3D Scaffolds”;
  • Dr. Yadollah Ranjbar Slamloo, “Functional Alterations of The Prefrontal Circuit Underlying Cognitive Aging in Mice”.

Early Career Researcher (Ph.D.) Award:

  • Pritisha Rozario, “Mechanistic Basis for Potassium Efflux-Driven Activation of the Human NLRP1 Inflammasome”;
  • Michelle Law Cheok Yien, “Chikungunya Virus Nonstructural Protein 1 is a Versatile RNA Capping and Decapping Enzyme”;
  • Yin Ruoyu, “The Use of Digital Mental Health and Wellbeing Tools in Older Adults: A Mixed Method Study”.

Our collaboration highlights a shared commitment to recognizing exceptional talent and research within the academic community, addressing today’s healthcare challenges, and inspiring continued innovation.

Looking Ahead to 2025

Building on the success of the first edition, MDPI and LKCMedicine are excited to announce that the 2025 MDPI Early Researcher Awards will continue to celebrate excellence and innovation in medical research. The next edition promises to expand its scope, introducing new categories and providing even greater recognition for impactful research.

Further details on the 2025 awards, including nomination criteria and timelines, will be shared in the coming months. We remain committed to fostering a culture of research excellence and collaboration within the global scientific community.

17 February 2025
Interview with Dr. Ana Orozco Saumell—Winner of the Catalysts 2025 Travel Award

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1. Could you please introduce yourself?

I am a Post-doc at the Institute of Catalysis and Petrochemistry in Madrid (Spain). In 2024, I completed my Ph.D. thesis at this institute. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the Complutense University of Madrid in 2018. My research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis, bio-based monomers, green chemistry, and organic synthesis. Currently, I am focusing on the synthesis of the bio-based monomer succinic acid from biomass while studying how it affects the Pd/C catalyst used in this reaction to improve the existing petrochemical process in a more sustainable and economical way.

Furthermore, I am working on the synthesis of bio-coatings with enhanced thermomechanical performance, which are subsequently polymerized by UV curing, to enhance the current polymer chemistry processes with new building blocks and to perform them in a more cost-effective manner.

2. Can you briefly introduce your experiences in catalysis and tell us what inspired you to start a career in catalysis?

I have been working in catalysis for six years, starting with my master’s thesis on the synthesis of cyclopentanone from furfural. I am passionate about this field and the wide range of studies it offers.

What fascinates me most about catalysis is how product formation can be identified through the catalyst itself. In other words, different characterization techniques allow us to observe how the structure of the catalyst influences the sensibility of the reaction. This understanding enables me to optimize chemical processes from a techno-economic perspective.

I enjoy exploring ways to improve catalytic reactions and, ultimately, contribute to enhancing everyday life.

3. Do you have any good ideas to share with young researchers who are just starting out in the catalysis field?

Catalysis is a very broad subject and, oftentimes, the reactions come out very well and others not so well; however, in the end, the important thing is to learn and, above all, to read what other colleagues in this field have done as they can help you better understand their work and the field. It should not be forgotten that although the process is costly, general research is very beautiful, and you can learn a lot from it. As a piece of advice, I would say to be patient and work hard. A scientific career is challenging, but with perseverance, you can achieve your goals. This field is incredibly beautiful and needs young people who are willing to work and take risks in it.

4. Do you have any suggestions for our journal regarding how we could further support young researchers and the academic community?

I think you do a great job. These awards motivate people a lot, especially young scientists like me. I am very excited about this award, and it is a great opportunity to continue my research. Also, this kind of journal makes it easier for young researchers to be corresponding authors.

5. We hope that the travel award will open new opportunities for you. How does an Award like this one help to support the career of a young/early career researcher such as yourself?

I am truly excited to receive this award, as it will provide valuable support for my scientific career. It will allow me to attend key conferences, connect with colleagues in my field, explore postdoctoral opportunities, foster collaborations, and, most importantly, engage in scientific discussions while learning from others and their research. I believe it is essential to motivate researchers, and awards like this play a crucial role in doing so.

6. Where did you obtain the Award participation information? What impressed you most in the former collaborations with Catalysts?

I saw the information about this award on the journal’s website, and I did not have much hope of winning it as many people would probably apply and it is difficult to compete with so many people with good articles. As I said before, one of the things I have enjoyed the most about publishing in Catalysts is being a corresponding author and being able to learn a little more about the process of publication.

5 February 2025
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO's Letter #20 - Beijing, Singapore, Bangkok, JAMS, Jisc

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

2024 Annual Meeting – Beijing (15 January 2025)

You haven’t truly experienced a New Year’s celebration until you’ve attended one of MDPI’s Chinese Annual Meeting festivities. This year I visited our annual meeting in Beijing, held on the 15th of January.

Imagine this: stepping into a banquet hall filled with 140 tables and about 1,400 colleagues from our Beijing offices, all gathered to share in a six-hour event. The agenda included year-end speeches and presentations, a variety of performances by our colleagues, a selection of awards honouring local employees for their work, group photos for the memories, and a dinner.

This may have been one of the largest events I have attended. For those unaccustomed to such an event, it might seem overwhelming, but it was quite the opposite. The atmosphere was one of celebration as everyone came together to support their peers and celebrate the achievements of 2024.

I was honoured to deliver the opening speech and a presentation highlighting our growth and investment in MDPI’s most valuable asset: our people.

“Our editorial teams represent MDPI at its finest”

I want to give special recognition to the editorial department, across all of our offices, which forms the heart of our business. These teams are the frontline communicators with our authors, reviewers, and guest editors, creating a smooth experience of processing our manuscripts. Their professionalism and kindness are often highlighted as key drivers of satisfaction with MDPI. For this, I extend my deepest gratitude to all our editorial staff, across every office. They truly represent MDPI at its finest.

Beijing is home to two of our offices, with just over 800 employees in Tongzhou and over 600 in Haidian. Thank you to our administrative teams and everyone involved in organizing these New Year’s celebrations across all offices. These events provide a moment to reflect on our shared accomplishments and appreciate the positive impact each of you has on our culture.

MDPI Offices in China

While the history of MDPI begins in Basel, Switzerland, the story of MDPI is very much rooted in China. Below is a list of MDPI’s current offices in China and their respective dates of inauguration:

  • 2008: Beijing (Tongzhou, Haidian)
  • 2013: Wuhan (Hankou, Guanggu)
  • 2019: Tianjin
  • 2021: Dalian
  • 2021: Nanjing

To date, over 381,000 MDPI research articles have been published by authors affiliated with Chinese institutions, making China our largest market. This is reflected not only in the volume of publications but also in the scale of our workforce supporting local operations and contributing to global success.

While no new offices in China were launched between 2022 and 2024 due to the pandemic and strategic planning, we remain committed to future growth here. Our plans include expanding operations as we continue to build our global workforce.

We look forward to a year filled with continued collaboration, growth, and shared success.

“We remain committed to future growth in China”

Impactful Research

MDPI and Jisc Consortium Extend Open Access Agreement for 2025

I’m pleased to share that MDPI has extended its agreement with the Jisc consortium in the UK for 2025. This renewal strengthens our partnership with UK institutions and reaffirms our shared commitment to advancing open access publishing.

Jisc is the UK’s not-for-profit digital, data, and technology agency supporting tertiary education, research, and innovation. Through initiatives such as our agreement, Jisc helps institutions access essential digital resources and infrastructure to support researchers. Currently, 62 UK institutions are part of our Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP) through this partnership.

Authors from participating institutions benefit from discounts on article processing charges (APCs), with even greater support for institutions that centrally fund APCs. This helps researchers focus on their work while simplifying the publishing process.

A full list of participating institutions can be found here.

As Becky Castellon, our Institutional Partnerships Manager, puts it: “Extending our agreement with Jisc is a reward for the strong partnership we’ve built with research institutions throughout the UK.”

At MDPI, we are dedicated to making research more accessible while reducing administrative burdens for institutions and authors. Open access publishing is at the heart of what we do, and we’re proud to expand its reach in the UK and beyond.

Inside MDPI

Visit to MDPI's Singapore office

During my January trip to some of our APAC offices, I also had the pleasure of visiting our Singapore office for the first time. It’s exciting to see how much the team has grown, now numbering over 55 staff members, with more joining us in February.

Welcoming and Supporting New Team Members

“Experienced staff play an important role in mentoring new hires”

I had the opportunity to connect with both experienced colleagues and new team members who are currently embarking on their careers. This visit reminded me of what it was like when I was in their shoes. I encourage all of us to engage new colleagues with empathy, as we have all been in their position. By creating a welcoming and supportive environment, we can help them settle in and learn about the corporate world, MDPI and our mission.

Experienced staff play an important role in mentoring and guiding new hires, most of whom are transitioning from academia to their first job. I’m especially grateful to colleagues such as Colin Chen, Alicia Ren, Yu Nwe Soe, Colin Wee, Amy Cham and other senior members who have contributed to shaping the culture and work environment in Singapore.

Building MDPI’s Positive Reputation

During my visit, I spoke with the office staff about the importance of their roles in building a positive reputation that helps create trust in MDPI. I shared how every interaction and communication point contributes to the marketing of MDPI and our journals. I also highlighted the career development opportunities available as MDPI continues to grow.

Connecting with the Singapore Marketing Team

I also spent time connecting directly with the Singapore Marketing team, which has quickly grown to 15 young and ambitious members. They are eager to learn and are actively contributing to our journal and corporate marketing activities. I shared insights into our corporate marketing structure and strategy and look forward to supporting them as they grow. 

During the visit, I was joined by my colleague Dr. Constanze Schelhorn, Head of Indexing, who provided training on indexing. This training was greatly appreciated by the local staff.

Meeting with Prof. Dr. Manoj Gupta

Lastly, we had the privilege of meeting Prof. Dr. Manoj Gupta, Editor-in-Chief (EiC) of Technologies since 2016 and Section EiC of Metals.

Prof. Gupta is an active decision-maker for the journal and a great brand ambassador for MDPI.

Prof. Gupta has helped sustainably scale Technologies, which now has a 4.2 Impact Factor and a 6.7 CiteScore, ranking Q1 in the JCR category of Engineering and Q1 in the CiteScore category of Computer Science.

During our meeting, we discussed strategies for Institutional Open Access Partnership agreements and ways to promote MDPI journals in Singapore.

PS. During the visit, we also had the chance to participate in Lo Hei, also known as Yee Sang or the “prosperity toss.” This is a raw fish salad traditionally enjoyed during Chinese New Year and is particularly popular among Chinese communities in Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Everyone gathers around the table as the ingredients are added one by one, and then the salad is mixed together. It was a fun experience to take part in this New Year tradition!

 

Coming Together for Science

JAMS – Journal & Article Management System

I am excited to announce the official relaunch of JAMS (Journal & Article Management System), one of MDPI’s key initiatives to support academic publishers worldwide.

With this relaunch, JAMS now offers new pricing models and flexible solutions for small-scale journals, commercial publishers, and university presses. We have also redesigned the JAMS website to enhance the user experience.

“JAMS is a testament to our commitment to simplifying the publishing process”

Explore the new website here: jams.pub

It’s also great to see the JAMS team expanding our presence at conferences and on social media to engage more effectively with the academic community.

Recently, Facundo Santomé (Senior Marketing Manager) and Alex Ramos (Senior Marketing Specialist) represented JAMS at the APE 2025 conference in Berlin, highlighting how our platform empowers small and independent publishers to streamline and scale their journal management.

JAMS was built to change that by adapting to the unique requirements of each publisher.

At MDPI, we continually invest in our growth – not only by expanding our operations and staff but also by developing innovative products that serve the academic and publishing community at large. JAMS, with its comprehensive suite of journal management tools, is a testament to our commitment to simplifying the publishing process for our partners.

Imagine a submission system that frees up your time for strategy, innovation, and impactful publishing.

Under the leadership of Silvano Bonfatti (Product Manager, MDPI), the JAMS team has conducted in-depth market research to understand the challenges publishers face: endless administrative tasks, inefficient workflows, and systems that don’t always meet their needs.

If you believe JAMS could benefit any of your network contacts, please share our website. Contact the JAMS team. They are always ready to assist with your publishing needs.

What Sets JAMS Apart?

  • Scalability – Whether you're a niche journal or managing thousands of submissions, JAMS grows with you.
  • End-to-End Workflow – From submission to peer review and final publication, everything is in one place.
  • Automation That Works for You – Say goodbye to chasing reviewers and formatting issues, so that you can focus on quality instead.
  • Built by Publishers, for Publishers – JAMS is backed by MDPI’s expertise; we know exactly what it takes to run a journal smoothly.
  • Flexible & Fair Pricing – Supporting journals of all sizes, with special rates for non-profits and publishers in the Global South.

Partners Who Already Trust JAMS

If you believe JAMS could benefit any of your network contacts, please share our website. Contact the JAMS team. They are always ready to assist with your publishing needs.

Closing Thoughts

Visit to MDPI's Bangkok office

To conclude my APAC trip, I had the pleasure of visiting our Bangkok office from 22 to 24 January. The office has grown significantly, closing 2024 with a total of 445 colleagues across various departments, including Editorial, Production, Conference, Training, Journal Relationship Specialists (JRS), Managing Editors, and supporting teams in HR, Admin, IT, and Finance.

I would like to praise our Bangkok management team for their excellent work in supporting our growth and creating a positive work environment. Our colleagues here are humble, talented, hardworking, and appreciative of MDPI’s mission.

Thailand was among MDPI’s top 30 markets in 2024 for total publications. With our office in Bangkok, we have an opportunity to further promote open access while supporting local researchers and institutions. This includes open access discounts, author training sessions, conference sponsorships, and other initiatives. We currently have 25 Editorial Board Members (EBMs) from Thailand and will work on expanding this network.

Engaging with Group Leads

“Group leads play an important role in creating a safe, positive environment”

During my visit, I met with our group leads to highlight their crucial role in managing journal performance and mentoring new employees, especially given our increased hiring targets. Many new hires are early in their careers and require training, development, and support. Group leads play an important role in creating a safe, positive environment that fosters professional growth while maintaining MDPI’s reputation for service quality.

To wrap up the session, I added a personal touch by holding the door and giving everyone high-fives – a small gesture to show appreciation, boost morale, and strengthen team spirit. It’s important for our colleagues to feel seen, heard, and valued.

University Visit: King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB)

We also visited King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) to explore collaboration opportunities.

Our discussions focused on: Institutional Open Access Partnership (IOAP), Author training sessions, Conference sponsorships, Student employment initiatives, and more.

This visit reinforced the importance of building strong relationships with local universities, ensuring we continue to support and engage with the academic community in Thailand.

“My time in Bangkok was productive and inspiring”

My time in Bangkok was productive and inspiring. The senior team has done a great job in growing the office and creating a supportive, high-performing environment. I look forward to seeing continued success from our colleagues in Thailand.

Stefan Tochev
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG

24 January 2025
Acknowledgment to the Reviewers of Catalysts in 2024


The editorial team at Catalysts extends our heartfelt thanks to the dedicated reviewers whose expertise and commitment have been key to the journal's success in 2024. Last year, Catalysts received 4,215 review reports from 1,899 reviewers representing 79 countries and regions worldwide.

To recognize the invaluable time, effort, and attention to detail that each reviewer dedicates, Catalysts expresses its sincere gratitude through an annual acknowledgment of reviewers. As a further token of appreciation, all reviewers are eligible for the Outstanding Reviewer Award, which honors their essential role in enhancing the quality of our publications.

We are honored to recognize the reviewers who allowed us to publish their names each year. The names of these reviewers are listed below in alphabetical order by first name:

A. M. Faramawy Ida Ziccarelli Patrycja Żak
A. Sathiya Priya Igor S. Mashkovsky Pavel Nikishau
Abdelaal S. A. Ahmed Igor V. Ershov Pavel A. Abramov
Abdelbasset Chafik Iltaf Khan Pawel Borowiecki
Abdullah Alshammari Ilya Fateev Paweł Błoniarz
Abdulrahman Almithn Ionut Banu Pedro D. Vaz
Abha Gosavi Irek Mukhamatdinov Pellegrino La Manna
Adam Lee Islam M. Minisy Peng Zhang
Adél Len Ismail Hossain Penghui Ding
Aditya Velidandi Israel S. Ibarra Perla Cecilia Cecilia Meléndez González
Adriana Maria Silva Ivaldo Itabaiana Júnior Ping Zhu
Adriana Urda Iván Alonso Santos López Piotr Piszczek
Adriano A. Mendes Ivana Panzic Pooja Dhiman
Afroz Khan Iwona Kuźniarska-Biernacka Prajwal Prakash Adiga
Ahmed Mahal Jesús Andres Tavizon-Pozos Pratap Kollu
Aida Luz Villa Jacopo De Bellis Praveen K. Surolia
Aiya Chantarasiri Jadranka Milikić Prithwish Goswami
Akash Kumar Jamil Toyir Hongxing Dai
Alain Favre-Reguillon Javier Silva Pu Zheng
Aldo Amaro-Reyes Jean Luc Dubois Putrakumar Balla
Alejandro Islas-Jácome Jelena Milovanovic Qian Sun
Alejandro Regalado Méndez Jessica Campos-Delgado Qiang Wang
Aleksey A. Vedyagin Jiangwei Zhang Qiaoshan Chen
Alessio Zuliani Jianhao Qiu Qiming Liu
Alex De Nazaré De Oliveira Jianqiang Wang Qingheng Lai
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Amelia Farres Jose P. Ruelas-Leyva Raquel Castillo
Amit Adhikary José Vicente Cuevas-Vicario Ravi Teja Addanki Tirumala
Ana Vrsalović-Presečki Josefa Ortiz-Bustos Renia Fotiadou
Ana Fernandes Juan Pablo Bortolozzi Reza Kia
Anca Vasile J. Judith Vijaya Roberto Esposito
Andoni Choya Junchen Liu Roman G. Kukushkin
André L. Menezes de Oliveira Junxian Liu Ronald Nelson
Andrea Bloise Junying Zhang Ruben Dario Parra
Andrei Potapov Kadriye Özlem Hamaloğlu Rufino Manuel Navarro
Andrei V. Polkovnichenko Kaido Tammeveski Saima Farooq
Andrés G. Santana Kaixi Deng Sajjad Keshipour
Andrey Aksenov Kalliopi Maria Maria Papazisi Sakthivel Gnansekaran
Andrey Bukhtiyarov Kangkang Zhang Salih Özer
Andrey Vasilev Karthik Kannan Salvatore Baldino
Andrey Smirnov Karthikeyan Sekar Sami Rtimi
Andrey Tabolin Katarzyna Dąbkowska-Susfał Sandip B. Jadhav
Angelina Pavlets Katarzyna Morawa Eblagon Sanja Panic
Aníbal Sierraalta Keke Zhi Sanja J. Armakovic
Anita Trenczek-Zajac Kenta Kawashima Sanjay Basumatary
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Anusha Gokanapalle Konstantin Rodygin Satwinder Singh Marok
Aomar Hadjadj Konstantinos Kappis Satyapaul A. Singh
Apurba De Kristina Mojsilovic Selda Oezkan
Arafa Hassen Krzysztof Brzezinski Serge Thorimbert
Armin Rezayan Kuntal Chatterjee Sergei Solovev
Artem Belesov Lahoucine Bahsis Sergey Nekipelov
Artem S. Belousov Larisa M. Kovtunova Sergey Belenov
Arthur Vashurin Larisa Politanskya Sergey M. Kuzmin
Arturo Manzo Robledo László Hegedűs Sergey V. Kolotilov
Arulraj Arunachalam Lázár Károly Serguei Alejandro-Martín
Aruna Nair Lazar Rakočević Serguei Savilov
Asgar Kayan Lemma Teshome Tufa Seyed Mehdi Sajjadi
Ashish Prabhudas Unnarkat Leonid Kustov Shaaban Elroby
Ashmeet Singh Libor Kvitek Shahid Zaman
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Krit Somnuk Liliana Lazăr Shihui Zou
Atif Ali Lin Huang Shukai Yao
Babak Kakavandi Ljiljana Damjanović-Vasilić Siaw Foon Lee
Bagrat A. Shainyan Lourdes Diaz Jimenez Sibo Wang
Balaji Dhandapani Lu Liu Sina Pourebrahimi
Bamidele Ayodele Luca Gavioli Sivachandiran Loganathan
Banasri Roy Lucas Dal Magro Slobodan Mile Najdanović
Bartolo Gabriele Lucia Tonucci Snezana Uskokovic-Markovic
Bayan Ekaterina Luis E. Iglesias Socorro Oros-Ruiz
Biljana Franja Abramovic Luiz Antonio Magalhaes Pontes Sohan Lal
Biljana M. Todorović Marković Muthusamy Poomalai Pachamuthu Soichi Yabuki
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Carlos O. Castillo-Araiza Magdy A. M. Ibrahim Sreekanth J. Varma
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Chandrasekaran Pitchai Manjur Oyasim Akram Stanislav P. Bedenko
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Chenyang Li Manuel Burelo Stéphane Daniele
Chinnaraja Eswaran Manuel Ramos Subba Rao Cheekatla
Christina Pentari Maolong Chen Subhasis Shit
Christopher K. Russell Marcella Bini Sudarshan Debnath
Chunqiang Li Márcio Peres De Araujo Sumbal Saba
Chunxi Li Marco Aurélio Suller Garcia Sumon Sarkar
Claudia Patricia Castañeda Martínez Marco Mangiagalli Sundaramurthy Vedachalam
Cláudio Rocha Maria Marcu Supeng Pei
Claudio Gabriel Lima‐Junior Maria Kuyukina Sven Falke
Claudio Imparato Maria Savanović Swarom Kanitkar
Claudio Minero Maria Victoria Navarro Tamara Lazarevic-Pasti
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Deyun Ma Michael Schalli Valery Konshin
Diana Sannino Michel Zampieri Fidelis Valery Tarabanko
Dibyananda Majhi Miguel Angel Vicente Vasilica Alisa Arus
Diego Luna Miguel Menendez Vasilii Yurevich Evtushok
Dina V. Markovskaya Mikhail Drenichev Vasiliy Muzalevskiy
Dmitry Kosyakov Mikhail M. Maslov Venu Babu Borugadda
Dong Jiang Mikhail Soldatov Vesna Tomašić
Dora Alicia Solis-Casados Milad Sheydaei Vicente Gotor-Fernández
Dragana Vuk Minggui Lin Vincenzo Vaiano
Duygu Sari-Ak Moaz Abdou Vincenzo Russo
Ebenezer Chukwunonyelu Nnadozie Mohamed Gado Viswanathan S. Saji
Edgardo Meza Fuentes Mohamed Abd Elkodous P. A. Vivekanand
Egidijus Griskonis Mohamed Shaaban Abdel-Wahab Vladimir Lukashov
Ehsan Arshid Mohammad Norouzi Banis Vladimir Larionov
Ek Raj Baral Mohammad Amin Makarem Vladimir P. Zhdanov
Ekaterina Markova Mohammad Ehtisham Khan Vladimir S. Tyurin
El Mountassir El Mouchtari Mohammad Kazem Mohammadi Vladislav Sadykov
Elena Efremenko Mohammed Ahmed Shehab Vlastimil Matějka
Eliane Silva Mohan Varkolu Wael Arafa
Elizabeth Lewkowicz Mohsen Padervand Wagner Tenfen
Emmanuel Bertrand Mohsen Ansari Wanjun Sun
Enol Lopez Mohtaram Danish Waqas Alam Mir
Enrique Rodriguez-Castellon Monica Pandey Wasif Farooq
Evgeny Abkhalimov Monika Wójcik-Bania Wei Liu
Ewa M. Iwanek Morad M. El-Hendawy Wei Hong
Ezequiel Banús Moslem Fattahi Weihui Zhong
Fabian N. Murrieta-Rico Mozhgan Afshari Weilin Dai
Fábio Rodrigues Muhammad Ajmal Weilong Shi
Faezeh Moghzi Muhammad Arfan Wenqiang Yang
Fahimeh Varmaghani Muhammad Saeed Wenxin Zhu
Faisal Zafar Muhammad Adnan Iqbal Wojciech Baran
Fangyuan Zheng Muhammad Faheem Wolfgang Baumann
Fanhui Meng Muhammad Haris Hamayun Xiaobo Yang
Faqi Zhan Muhammad Shahid Nadeem Xiaochao Wu
Farida Aissani-Benissad Muthuraj Arunpandian Xiaolei Hu
Farouk Zaoui Mzamo Lungani Shozi Xiaopeng Zhang
Farzaneh Mohamadpour Nadezhda Bokach Xiaowei Li
Federico Martín Perez Naeimeh Bahri-Laleh Xiaoyang Liu
Feng Zhang Nagaraju Mupparapu Xin Liu
Fernando Brondani Minussi Nagornov Ilya Xue Yong
Francis Vocanson Nandhinee Radha Shanmugam Xufeng Lin
Francisc Péter Napida Hinchiranan Xusheng Wang
Frederico Gomes Fonseca Nazmul Islam Yadolah Ganjkhanlou
Gabriel Rodrigues Coutinho Pereira Nevena Milčić Yaguang Zhu
Gabriela Berkowicz-Płatek Nevenka Rajic Yakov E. Dunaevsky
Gary W. Breton Nhu-Nang Vu Yan Cao
Gaukhar Ergazieva Nibin Joy Muthipeedika Yang Luo
Gazali Tanimu Nicola Di Fidio Yangwen Wu
Gennadiy A. Kostin Nicolàs Alejandro Sacco Yanping Liu
Georgios S. Polymeris Nikita Sviridenko Yasel Guerra
Ghenadii Korotcenkov Nikolaos C. Kokkinos Ye Ma
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Girish Kumar Nona Merry Merpati Mitan Yingjie Du
Grazia Giuseppina Politano Nothando Shiba Yingluo He
Graziano Di Carmine Noto Susanto Gultom Yixiong Lin
Guangfan Zheng Nour Abd El-Sattar Yolanda Peña Méndez
Guglielmo Monaco Nuno Filipe Alves Jorge Yongzhuo Liu
Guillermo Díaz-Sainz Nur Izyan Wan Azelee Yoshinao Nakagawa
Gunther Kolb Octavio Elizalde-Solis Yousra H. Kotp
Guo-Liang Lu Odilia Perez Yu V. Ioni
Guoqiang Cao Oksana Nesterova Yuan Tan
Habib Ullah Oleg A. Shlyakhtin Yucang Liang
Haitao Ren Oleg Korchagin Yucheng Chang
Han Chen Oleg Kozaderov Yu Kuei Hsu
Hani Hussein Negm Oleg V. Gradov Yulian He
Hanna E. Solt Olga Gajtko Yun Lan
Hans-Jürgen Federsel Olga Kozaderova Yunkai Cai
Hanyu Zhang Olga A. Kirichenko Yuriy N. Malyar
Haya Kornweitz Olga G. Shakirova Yury Shulga
Hefei Li Olga S. Morozova Yury V. Dubinin
Hesham Moustafa Omid Akhavan Yuta Matsushima
Hideo Maruyama Omid Mazaheri Zelin Chen
Houssem Boulebd Oussama Baaloudj Željana Fredotović
Huile Jin Pablo Salgado Zhang Liu
Iakovos Yakoumis Panagiotis Tsiakaras Zhen Wei
Ibrahim Alsohaimi Pankaj Sharma Zhengshan Tian
Ibrahim Mohamed Partha Samanta Zhipeng Yu
Ida Pettiti Patrick Pale  

23 January 2025
International Day of Clean Energy—“Clean Energy for People and Planet”, 26 January 2025


We are excited to join the global community in celebrating International Day of Clean Energy on 26 January. This year’s theme, “Clean Energy for People and Planet”, highlights the urgent need to transition to sustainable, renewable energy sources to combat climate change and promote environmental resilience.

As part of the observance of this international day, we have curated a list of publications on topics related to clean energy to raise awareness about the importance of reducing reliance on fossil fuels, increasing energy efficiency, and ensuring equitable access to clean energy worldwide.

Although we still have ways to go to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7), which aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030, this day also provides an opportunity to celebrate the progress made and inspire further action and greater responsibility towards ensuring a clean planet. Join us to celebrate the progress towards a cleaner planet and future.

 

 

 

 

The Role of Renewable Energy Sources and Industry 4.0 Focus for Africa: A Review
by Kingsley Ukoba, Thokozani Justin Kunene, Pieter Harmse, Valantine Takwa Lukong and Tien Chien Jen
Appl. Sci. 2023, 13(2), 1074; https://doi.org/10.3390/app13021074

Simulation and Optimisation of Utility-Scale PV–Wind Systems with Pumped Hydro Storage
by Rodolfo Dufo-López and Juan M. Lujano-Rojas
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(16), 7033; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14167033

Renewable Electricity and Green Hydrogen Integration for Decarbonization of “Hard-to-AbateIndustrial Sectors
by Alessandro Franco and Michele Rocca
Electricity 2024, 5(3), 471-490; https://doi.org/10.3390/electricity5030024

Electric Vehicles Charged with Solar-PV: A Brazilian Case Study for 2030
by Danilo da Costa and Vladimir Rafael Melian Cobas
Vehicles 2023, 5(4), 1743-1759; https://doi.org/10.3390/vehicles5040095

Life Cycle Assessment in Renewable Energy: Solar and Wind Perspectives
by Francisco Portillo, Alfredo Alcayde, Rosa Maria Garcia, Manuel Fernandez-Ros, Jose Antonio Gazquez and Nuria Novas
Environments 2024, 11(7), 147; https://doi.org/10.3390/environments11070147

Impact of PV and EV Forecasting in the Operation of a Microgrid
by Giampaolo Manzolini, Andrea Fusco, Domenico Gioffrè, Silvana Matrone, Riccardo Ramaschi, Marios Saleptsis, Riccardo Simonetti, Filip Sobic, Michael James Wood, Emanuele Ogliari et al.
Forecasting 2024, 6(3), 591-615; https://doi.org/10.3390/forecast6030032

Floating Photovoltaics: A Review
by Laura Essak and Aritra Ghosh
Clean Technol. 2022, 4(3), 752-769; https://doi.org/10.3390/cleantechnol4030046

Forecasting Hydropower with Innovation Diffusion Models: A Cross-Country Analysis
by Farooq Ahmad, Livio Finos and Mariangela Guidolin
Forecasting 2024, 6(4), 1045-1064; https://doi.org/10.3390/forecast6040052

Environmental Management and Decarbonization Nexus: A Pathway to the Energy Sector’s Sustainable Futures
by Abdel-Mohsen O. Mohamed, Dina Mohamed, Adham Fayad and Moza T. Al Nahyan
World 2025, 6(1), 13; https://doi.org/10.3390/world6010013

Hardware-in-the-Loop Emulation of a SEPIC Multiplier Converter in a Photovoltaic System
by Johnny Posada Contreras and Julio C. Rosas-Caro
Electricity 2024, 5(3), 426-448; https://doi.org/10.3390/electricity5030022

Hydrogen Impact: A Review on Diffusibility, Embrittlement Mechanisms, and Characterization
by Qidong Li, Hesamedin Ghadiani, Vahid Jalilvand, Tahrim Alam, Zoheir Farhat and Md. Aminul Islam
Materials 2024, 17(4), 965; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17040965

Special Issues:

Advances in New Sources of Energy and Fuels Sustainability Assessment of Renewable Fuels Production
Renewable Energy System Technologies: 2nd Edition Clean and Renewable Hydrogen Fuel


Design of a Fuel Cell/Battery Hybrid Power System for a Micro Vehicle: Sizing Design and Hydrogen Storage Evaluation
by Zayd Aslam, Adrian Felix, Christos Kalyvas and Mahmoud Chizari
Vehicles 2023, 5(4), 1570-1585; https://doi.org/10.3390/vehicles5040085

Recent Developments in Materials for Physical Hydrogen Storage: A Review
by Thi Hoa Le, Minsoo P. Kim, Chan Ho Park and Quang Nhat Tran
Materials 2024, 17(3), 666; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17030666

Highly Stable and Enhanced Performance of p–i–n Perovskite Solar Cells via Cuprous Oxide Hole-Transport Layers
by Tung-Han Chuang, Yin-Hung Chen, Shikha Sakalley, Wei-Chun Cheng, Choon Kit Chan, Chih-Ping Chen and Sheng-Chi Chen
Nanomaterials 2023, 13(8), 1363; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano13081363

Comprehensive Analysis of Parametric Effects on the Specific Heat Capacity of Pristine and Aged Lithium-Ion Cells
by Luca Tendera, Gerrit Karl Mertin, Carlos Gonzalez, Dominik Wycisk, Alexander Fill and Kai Peter Birke
Energy Storage Appl. 2024, 1(1), 35-53; https://doi.org/10.3390/esa1010004

Development of a Mechanical Vehicle Battery Module Simulation Model Combined with Short Circuit Detection
by Klemens Jantscher, Heimo Kreimaier, Alem Miralem and Christoph Breitfuss
Energy Storage Appl. 2024, 1(1), 19-34; https://doi.org/10.3390/esa1010003

Global Atlas of Marine Floating Solar PV Potential
by David Firnando Silalahi and Andrew Blakers
Solar 2023, 3(3), 416-433; https://doi.org/10.3390/solar3030023

An Assessment of Liquid Biofuel Value Chains from Heavy-Metal Contaminated Feedstock
by Dimitrios Giannopoulos, Ilias Katsifis, Dimitrios Katsourinis, Athanasios Rentizelas and Maria Founti
Fuels 2022, 3(3), 509-532; https://doi.org/10.3390/fuels3030031

Review on Conductive Polymer Composites for Supercapacitor Applications
by Melkie Getnet Tadesse, Abdella Simegnaw Ahmmed and Jörn Felix Lübben
J. Compos. Sci. 2024, 8(2), 53; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs8020053

Special Issues:

Advanced Energy Storage Materials: Preparation, Characterization and Applications (3rd Edition) Polymer Electrolyte Membranes in Energy Conversion and Storage
Advanced Carbon-Based Nanostructures for Energy Storage and Clean Energy Technologies Advancements in Composite Materials for Energy Storage Applications


A Brief Review of Hydrogen Production Methods and Their Challenges
by Santanu Kumar Dash, Suprava Chakraborty and Devaraj Elangovan
Energies 2023, 16(3), 1141; https://doi.org/10.3390/en16031141

Analysis of PEM Water Electrolyzer Failure Due to Induced Hydrogen Crossover in Catalyst-Coated PFSA Membranes
by Eveline Kuhnert, Mathias Heidinger, Daniel Sandu, Viktor Hacker and Merit Bodner
Membranes 2023, 13(3), 348; https://doi.org/10.3390/membranes13030348

Selective H2 Evolution and CO2 Absorption in Electrolysis of Ethanolamine Aqueous Solutions
by Satoshi Fukada, Ryosuke Sakai, Makoto Oya and Kazunari Katayama
Separations 2023, 10(11), 578; https://doi.org/10.3390/separations10110578

Critical Review of Life Cycle Assessment of Hydrogen Production Pathways
by Manfredi Picciotto Maniscalco, Sonia Longo, Maurizio Cellura, Gabriele Miccichè and Marco Ferraro
Environments 2024, 11(6), 108; https://doi.org/10.3390/environments11060108

A Comparative Analysis of Different Hydrogen Production Methods and Their Environmental Impact
by Somtochukwu Godfrey Nnabuife, Caleb Kwasi Darko, Precious Chineze Obiako, Boyu Kuang, Xiaoxiao Sun and Karl Jenkins
Clean Technol. 2023, 5(4), 1344-1380; https://doi.org/10.3390/cleantechnol5040067

Steam Reforming of Tar Impurities from Biomass Gasification with Ni-Co/Mg(Al)O Catalysts—Operating Parameter Effects
by Ask Lysne, Ida Saxrud, Kristin Ø. Madsen and Edd A. Blekkan
Fuels 2024, 5(3), 458-475; https://doi.org/10.3390/fuels5030025

Synergistic Integration of Hydrogen Energy Economy with UK’s Sustainable Development Goals: A Holistic Approach to Enhancing Safety and Risk Mitigation
by He Li, Mohammad Yazdi, Rosita Moradi, Reza Ghasemi Pirbalouti and Arman Nedjati
Fire 2023, 6(10), 391; https://doi.org/10.3390/fire6100391

Special Issues:

Catalytic Reforming and Hydrogen Production: From the Past to the Future, 2nd Edition Composite Materials for Hydrogen Storage
Catalytic Energy Conversion and Catalytic Environmental Purification Nanomaterials for Green and Sustainable World


Electrodialysis Processes an Answer to Industrial Sustainability: Toward the Concept of Eco-Circular Economy?—A Review
by Aurore Cournoyer and Laurent Bazinet
Membranes 2023, 13(2), 205; https://doi.org/10.3390/membranes13020205

Review on Modeling and SOC/SOH Estimation of Batteries for Automotive Applications
by Pierpaolo Dini, Antonio Colicelli and Sergio Saponara
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 34; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010034

Summary of Pretreatment of Waste Lithium-Ion Batteries and Recycling of Valuable Metal Materials: A Review
by Linye Li, Yuzhang Li and Guoquan Zhang
Separations 2024, 11(7), 196; https://doi.org/10.3390/separations11070196

Feasible Solutions for Low-Carbon Thermal Electricity Generation and Utilization in Oil-Rich Developing Countries: A Literature Review
by Danny Ochoa-Correa, Paul Arévalo, Edisson Villa-Ávila, Juan L. Espinoza and Francisco Jurado
Fire 2024, 7(10), 344; https://doi.org/10.3390/fire7100344

Evaluating Synergies between Electric Vehicles and Photovoltaics: A Comparative Study of Urban Environments
by Renos Rotas, Petros Iliadis, Nikos Nikolopoulos and Ananias Tomboulides
World Electr. Veh. J. 2024, 15(9), 397; https://doi.org/10.3390/wevj15090397

An Overview of Renewable Energy Technologies in the Eastern Cape Province in South Africa and the Rural Households’ Energy Poverty Coping Strategies
by Patrick Mukumba and Shylet Y. Chivanga
Challenges 2023, 14(1), 19; https://doi.org/10.3390/challe14010019

How Economic Growth Contributes to CO2 Emissions in the Presence of Globalization and Eco-Innovations in South Asian Countries?
by Usman Mehmood, Salman Tariq, Zia Ul Haq, Muhammad Umar Aslam and Ali Imran
World 2023, 4(1), 202-213; https://doi.org/10.3390/world4010014

Overview of Sustainable Mobility: The Role of Electric Vehicles in Energy Communities
by Jozsef Menyhart
World Electr. Veh. J. 2024, 15(6), 275; https://doi.org/10.3390/wevj15060275

Experimental Characterization of Hydronic Air Coil Performance with Aluminum Oxide Nanofluids of Three Concentrations
by Roy Strandberg, Dustin Ray and Debendra K. Das
Appl. Nano 2024, 5(2), 84-107; https://doi.org/10.3390/applnano5020008

A Review on Nano Ti-Based Oxides for Dark and Photocatalysis: From Photoinduced Processes to Bioimplant Applications
by Christine Joy Querebillo
Nanomaterials 2023, 13(6), 982; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano13060982

Black TiO2 and Oxygen Vacancies: Unraveling the Role in the Thermal Anatase-to-Rutile Transformation
by Mattia Allieta, Mauro Coduri and Alberto Naldoni
Appl. Nano 2024, 5(2), 72-83; https://doi.org/10.3390/applnano5020007

Shining a Light on Sewage Treatment: Building a High-Activity and Long-Lasting Photocatalytic Reactor with the Elegance of a “Kongming Lantern
by Xiaohan Xu, Yi Wang, Zhuo Deng, Jin Wang, Xile Wei, Peng Wang and Dun Zhang
Catalysts 2024, 14(9), 645; https://doi.org/10.3390/catal14090645

Special Issues and MDPI Topics:
Renewable Energy Forecasting: Innovations and Breakthroughs Topics: “Sustainable Energy Systems
Advances in Photovoltaic Materials and Devices: Preparation, Characterization and Properties Theory, Method and Application of New Energy and Intelligent Transportation
Second-Life Batteries  
 


A Review of Coal and Biomass Hydrogasification: Process Layouts, Hydrogasifiers, and Catalysts
by Emilia Saraceno, Concetta Ruocco and Vincenzo Palma
Catalysts 2023, 13(2), 417; https://doi.org/10.3390/catal13020417

Biochar Production and Its Potential Application for Biocomposite Materials: A Comprehensive Review
by Guillermina Feliz Florian, Mohamed Ragoubi, Nathalie Leblanc, Bechara Taouk and Lokmane Abdelouahed
J. Compos. Sci. 2024, 8(6), 220; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs8060220

Regional Wealth Data Acquisition and Modeling: Innovations Needed for Advancement in Sustainable Wealth in Energy-Rich Regions
by Jason A. Hubbart and Hodjat Ghadimi
Challenges 2023, 14(4), 51; https://doi.org/10.3390/challe14040051

A Review of Solar Forecasting Techniques and the Role of Artificial Intelligence
by Khadija Barhmi, Chris Heynen, Sara Golroodbari and Wilfried van Sark
Solar 2024, 4(1), 99-135; https://doi.org/10.3390/solar4010005

Steam Reforming of Tar Impurities from Biomass Gasification with Ni-Co/Mg(Al)O Catalysts—Operating Parameter Effects
by Ask Lysne, Ida Saxrud, Kristin Ø. Madsen and Edd A. Blekkan
Fuels 2024, 5(3), 458-475; https://doi.org/10.3390/fuels5030025

A Review of Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling: Technologies, Sustainability, and Open Issues
by Alessandra Zanoletti, Eleonora Carena, Chiara Ferrara and Elza Bontempi
Batteries 2024, 10(1), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries10010038

Fundamentals, Operation and Global Prospects for the Development of Biogas Plants-A Review
by Gulnar Gadirli, Agnieszka A. Pilarska, Jacek Dach, Krzysztof Pilarski, Alicja Kolasa-Więcek and Klaudia Borowiak
Energies 2024, 17(3), 568; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17030568

Special Issues:

Innovative Approaches to Circular Waste Management: Leveraging Marine and Agricultural Resources for Sustainability Re-imagining Power: A Holistic Examination of Renewable Energy Advancement within Socioeconomic Contexts
Nanoscale Solutions: Transformative Applications of Functionalized Nanomaterials in Environmental Remediation Sustainable Management of Energy Resources, Energy Strategies and Climate Change—2nd Edition
Innovative Approaches to Sustainable Design, Recovery, and Circular Management of Solid Waste  
 

21 January 2025
Catalysts 2025 Travel Award—Winner Announced


Dear Colleagues,

As the Editor-in-Chief of Catalysts (ISSN: 2073-4344), I am pleased to announce the winner of the Catalysts Travel Award. The award has been granted to Ana Orozco Saumell, a postdoctoral fellow at the Institute of Catalysis and Petrochemistry (ICP), University Autonomous of Madrid (UAM), Spain, who will attend the 16th European Congress on catalysis (EuropaCat 2025) to be held from 31 August to 5 September 2025 in Trondheim, Norway.

Notably, Catalysts will also be actively participating in this significant event. We encourage you to look out for our journal announcements, where we will soon disclose the details of our booth. This will provide an excellent opportunity for attendees to engage with us and learn more about the latest developments in the field.

As the awardee, she will receive an honorarium of CHF 800 and an electronic certificate.

With so many high-quality applicants, the evaluation process and final decision were challenging. We would like to thank all the applicants for submitting their diverse and fascinating range of research topics. On behalf of the assessment committee, I congratulate the winner on her accomplishments.

Prof. Dr. Keith Hohn
Editor-in-Chief of Catalysts
on behalf of the Catalysts Travel Award Evaluation Committee

21 January 2025
MDPI’s Newly Launched Journals in December 2024

Nine new journals covering multiple subjects launched their inaugural issues in December 2024. We are excited to be able to share with you the newest research rooted in the value of open access.

We would like to express our deepest appreciation to all of the Editorial Board Members, and each journal will ensure its high-quality output by using excellent editorial and rigorous peer-review processes, to ensure that the articles achieve high impact and visibility.

Please feel free to browse and discover more about the new journals below.

Journal Founding Editor-in-Chief Journal Topics (Selected)


Prof. Dr. Zhaoyang Dong
City University of Hong Kong, China
Editorial | View inaugural issue

energy storage technologies; energy storage system management; energy storage applications; strategies in renewable energy generation grid integration; distributed storage systems; economics and markets for energy storage
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Prof. Dr. Yang-Hui He
1. London Institute for Mathematical Sciences, Royal Institution, UK
2. University of Oxford, UK
Editorial | View inaugural issue
Euclidean geometry; differential geometry; algebraic geometry; complex geometry; discrete geometry; computational geometry; geometric group theory;  convex geometry
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Dr. Michel Planat
Université de Franche-Comté, France
Editorial | View inaugural issue
differential topology; algebraic topology; manifold topology; homology theory; low-dimensional topology; fuzzy sets
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Prof. Dr. Rashid Al Abri
1. Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
2. Oman Medical Association, Oman
Editorial | View inaugural issue
clinical practices as well as research and innovation in medical education, risk management in healthcare, and patient safety
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Prof. Dr. Ecevit Bilgili*
New Jersey Institute of Technology, USA
*Prof. Dr. Ecevit Bilgili passed away before the completion of the inaugural issue. His dedication and vision for JPBI will always be remembered and serve as a guiding inspiration.
Editorial | View inaugural issue
early drug discovery and development; product characterization and pre-clinical testing; drug delivery systems and drug design; active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production
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Dr. Weiyong Liu
Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China
Editorial | View inaugural issue
theories, methodologies, technologies, and applications in the fields of laboratory medicine and clinical chemistry
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Prof. Dr. Manuel Pedro Rodríguez Bolívar
University of Granada, Spain
Editorial | View inaugural issue
scientometrics; informetrics; bibliometrics; altmetrics; webometrics; research evaluation
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Prof. Dr. Fei Fan
Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
Editorial | View inaugural issue
regional growth theory and methods; regional system modeling and optimization; regional development policy; regional spatial evolution; environmental policy and instrument choice
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Dr. Kevin Cianfaglione
Université Catholique de Lille, France
Editorial | View inaugural issue
wild species and their habitats; wild environments and biodiversity; natural environment management; wild land preservation
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We wish to thank everyone who has supported the development of open access publishing. You are welcome to send an application here, or contact the New Journal Committee (newjournal-committee@mdpi.com) if you would like to create more new journals.

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