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13 May 2024
Meet Us at the 2024 IEEE International Symposium on Information Theory (ISIT 2024), 7–12 July 2024, Athens, Greece

Conference: 2024 IEEE International Symposium on Information Theory (ISIT 2024)
Organization: IEEE Information Theory Society
Date: 7–12 July 2024
Place: Athens, Greece
MDPI journals will be attending ISIT 2024 as an exhibitor. This meeting will be held in Athens, Greece, from 7 to 12 July 2024.
ISIT 2024 will feature contributed papers, tutorial sessions, social, mentoring, and outreach events, a simultaneous chess exhibition and chess talks, a data set competition (Bits&Bots), and, for the first time this year, satellite workshops. It will also feature outstanding plenary speakers: Andrew Barron (2024 Shannon Lecturer), Venkatesan Guruswami, Emina Soljanin, Rebecca Willett, and Gregory Wornell.
The following MDPI journals will be represented:
- Entropy;
- BDCC;
- Information;
- Mathematics;
- Electronics;
- Future Internet;
- Computation;
- Cryptography;
- Data;
- Digital;
- JCP;
- Network;
- Symmetry;
- Informatics.
If you are attending this conference, please feel free to start a conversation with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit the following website: https://2024.ieee-isit.org/.
2 May 2024
MDPI Insights: The CEO's Letter #11 - 2023 Annual Report, MDPI Awards, STM

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
2023 Annual Report
This is an exciting time of year at MDPI, as we have just released our annual report 2023, recapping the past year and sharing the progress and changes that took place during it.
Stefan Tochev (CEO, MDPI)
Reflecting on 2023, I can't help but think of the changes that have occurred not only at MDPI but also within our industry as a whole. In light of this, I’m reminded that change is the only constant, and that for a publishing enterprise that has experienced rapid growth, adapting to change becomes not only a necessity but also a catalyst for sustained success.
Looking back on the significant ground we covered in 2023, I am pleased to report that the year was marked by a rise in paper submissions, along with a range of initiatives aimed at improving our internal processes and delivering top services to our scientists.
2023 Top-line MDPI Numbers
An important priority for 2023 was to strengthen our editorial policies. Despite a notable increase in the number of papers submitted from 603,000 to 655,000 (+8.6%), there was a decrease in the number of papers published from 303,000 to 285,000 (-5.9%), consistent with the overall trend in the scholarly publishing market. MDPI’s market share in gold open access articles published reached 17% in 2023 (according to Dimensions data).
2023 Open Access Numbers
For over two decades, MDPI has been at the forefront of reshaping the academic publishing landscape, with OA surpassing subscription-based publishing in 2020. This trajectory is deeply rooted in our history and reflects our unwavering commitment to, and vision for, an open future. This momentum continued in 2023, with 39% of the 4.16 million articles and reviews published as gold full-OA, 15% as gold hybrid-OA, 8% as bronze-OA, and 3% as green-OA, relative to 35% behind a paywall. In terms of gold OA (full or hybrid) articles and reviews published, MDPI leads the way in terms of total articles published in 2023.
MDPI is the trusted and preferred OA publisher for the scholarly community
However, in 2023, we saw a downward trend in publication numbers compared to 2022. This trend was also seen in total OA publications. While the number of submissions increased, the decline in MDPI publications can be attributed to several factors, such as improved scrutiny in our peer-review process, including the evaluation of content scope and higher rejection rates, and a post-pandemic decrease in research related to COVID-19 papers.
Download 2023 MDPI Annual Report.
Access 2023 Digital Report.
Impactful Research
Recognizing Scholars – MDPI Awards
MDPI is committed to empowering young researchers as they embark on their careers. In 2023, our journals hosted a total of 400 awards, receiving 8,839 applications and nominations. The evaluation committees selected 959 winners, with the total budget for these awards amounting to CHF 546,500.
For more information about MDPI awards, applications, and winners, please click here
The following awards recognize scholars and the impact of their research, including Young Investigator Awards, Best PhD Thesis Awards, and Travel Awards for junior researchers.
MDPI Awards – The following awards require an application or a nomination.
Young Investigator Award (CHF 1000–2000 for each winner)
This award acknowledges the achievements of young investigators in research areas relevant to the journal’s scope. Candidates must have received their PhD no more than 10 years prior to the award announcement date and must be nominated.
Best PhD Thesis Award (CHF 500–800 for each winner)
This award recognizes young scholars who have completed outstanding PhD theses in research areas relevant to the journal’s scope. It aims to encourage them to continue their excellent work and make further contributions to their field.
Travel Award (CHF 500–800 for each winner)
This award encourages junior scientists to present their latest research at academic conferences relevant to the journal’s scope, thereby increasing their impact.
Distinguished Scholars
Additionally, 220 awards were granted to the most distinguished authors and reviewers in our journals through Best Paper Awards and Outstanding Reviewer Awards. The following awards are selected by the editorial staff of the journal and do not require an application or a nomination. They exemplify the excellent contributions made by our authors, reviewers, and editors.
These awards exemplify the excellent contributions made by our authors, reviewers, and editors
Best Paper Award (CHF 200–500 for each winner)
This award is granted annually to highlight publications of high quality, scientific significance, and extensive influence.
Outstanding Reviewer Award (CHF 500 for partial winners)
This award is given annually to recognize reviewers who generously contribute their time to reviewing papers and demonstrate thoroughness, professionalism, and timeliness in their reviews.
MDPI also offers awards for specific topics in various research fields:
Carbon Neutrality Award (CHF 500–800 for each winner)
Sponsored by MDPI journal Sustainability, this award recognizes applicants who have made exceptional academic or societal contributions to carbon neutrality, either in general or in relation to a specific carbon-neutrality-related issue.
Intelligent Manufacturing Award (CHF 500–800 for each winner)
Administered by MDPI journal Machines, this award is presented to an individual who has made outstanding academic or societal contributions to the field of intelligent manufacturing.
Granted: World Sustainability Awards
Inside MDPI
MDPI Opens Office in Seoul, Korea and Appoints Claude Seo as Office Manager
As CEO of the world’s leading OA publisher, I am pleased to announce the official opening of our Korean branch office. With this addition, MDPI now operates 21 offices in 12 countries worldwide, improving on our position as a truly global publisher. This expansion represents more than just an increase in our physical footprint; it is a pivotal step in our ongoing commitment to making scientific knowledge more accessible across the globe.
MDPI now operates 21 offices in 12 countries worldwide, improving on our position as a truly global publisher
Claude Seo (MDPI Korea Office Manager, Seoul)
Claude Seo, who has over 15 years of experience in the academic publishing industry, has been appointed as the Office Manager of the Seoul office. The launch of our Seoul office allows us to better support the Korean scientific community and to further promote the publication of OA journals in the region.
Reflecting on his role, Claude shared that he is:
“Delighted to have been entrusted with this position within MDPI, the no. 1 scholarly OA publisher. As we establish our presence in Korea, we are dedicated to integrating ourselves into the local community and contributing to its vibrant culture. Our commitment goes beyond business growth; it is about creating a more informed and innovative society by embracing and promoting diversity within the scientific community.”
Sungkyunkwan University Joins MDPI’s Institutional Open Access Program
Additionally, I am pleased to share that Sungkyunkwan University has joined MDPI’s Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP). This program offers free access to MDP’s online submission system for institutions and provides APC discounts to affiliated authors. Thirteen major Korean universities, including Sungkyunkwan University, Kyunghee University, Chung-Ang University, and the Catholic University of Korea, have adopted IOAP in Korea.
Learn more about MDPI’s collaboration in Korea in my previous CEO Letter, in which I recap our visit to Seoul, South Korea.
Coming Together for Science
4th MMCS: Harnessing the Power of New Drug Modalities
Our conference team successfully managed the 4th Molecules Medicinal Chemistry Symposium, held from 24–26 April in Barcelona, Spain. It was chaired by Prof. Dr. Diego Muñoz-Torrero from the Institute of Biomedicine (IBUB), University of Barcelona, Spain, and Prof. Dr. Simona Collina from the University of Pavia, Italy. In total, there were 84 accepted abstracts and 102 conference attendees from 22 different countries.
From left to right: Prof. Dr. Rino Ragno (Scientific Committee), Dr. Maria Emilia Sousa (Scientific Committee), Prof. Dr. Claudio Viegas Jr. (Scientific Committee), Prof. Dr. Simona Collina (Chair), Prof. Dr. Diego Muñoz-Torrero (Chair), Alvina Wu (Managing Editor, MDPI), Prof. Dr. Roman Dembinski (Scientific Committee), Prof. Dr. Mariana Spetea (Scientific Committee).
The event comprised 12 Invited Speakers, 35 Selected Talks, 10 Flash Poster Presentations, and 39 Posters. The overarching topic of the conference was the impact of the emergence of new drug modalities on drug discovery, with thematic sessions covering topics such as photoactivatable drugs, candidates targeting RNA and epigenetic targets, covalent modifiers, and the development of new anti-cancer agents, among other medicinal chemistry projects.
We are pleased to have received feedback from attendees highlighting the professional approach of the conference chairs and participants, the high quality of the talks, and the overall outstanding organization on the part of the MDPI conference team.
Thank you to the conference sponsors, Fluorochem and IBUB, and to our partnering societies, The Spanish Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (SEBBM), and the Spanish Society of Medicinal Chemistry (SEQT).
Upcoming In-Person Event
28–31 May, 2024
Polymers 2024 – Polymers for a Safe and Sustainable Future
Location: Athens, Greece
Conference Chairs: Prof. Dr. Dimitrios Bikiaris, Prof. Dr. Konstantinos Triantafyllidis, Dr. Ioanna Deligkiozi
We look forward to welcoming experts Prof. Damià Barceló, Prof. Minna Hakkareinen, and Prof. Armando J. D. Silvestre to this event.
Find more upcoming MDPI events here.
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Closing Thoughts
A Report from the Future – STM US Annual Conference 2024
Stefan Tochev (CEO, MDPI), Dr. Giulia Stefenelli and Dr. Ioana Craciun from MDPI’s Scientific Office Board.
MDPI has for a long time been a sponsor of the STM Annual Conferences, held yearly in the US and Frankfurt, and is a trusted partner and supporter of the STM organization. While I have attended the Frankfurt conference for the past three years, this was my first time visiting the Washington, DC session, and I am glad I did.
Although it was a brief trip, I greatly appreciated the opportunity to attend in the company of my colleagues Dr. Giulia Stefenelli and Dr. Ioana Craciun from MDPI’s Scientific Office Board. They always help map some of the new industry trends against MDPI’s operational framework and guidelines. It’s a great group for kicking ideas back and forth on what we can apply at MDPI.
In my experience, STM never fails to deliver. It’s always a great conference for reconnecting with fellow publishers, industry friends, and vendors. As usual, STM this year curated a diverse range of speakers and panels, who proferred valuable knowledge and insights from outside our industry, delivering thought-provoking insights into our field. An example of this was the ‘Trust Panel’ session, which included Alan Schiffres (Managing Director, InfoLinx), who shared a number of the learnings about fraud and risk management from his 40 years in financial services, to help address some of the challenges we are currently facing in the area of publishing integrity.
Launch of STM Trends 2028 Panel
I particularly enjoyed the ‘Launch of STM Trends 2028 Panel’, which presented a report focused on the integration of humans and machines in scholarly publishing. The session highlighted themes such as AI, digitization, and the evolving research ecosystem. The report envisions a future where technology blurs the lines between human and machine involvement in research processes, with significant implications for trust, reputation, and equity. While this presents opportunities for connectivity and knowledge dissemination, it also poses challenges such as disinformation, fragmentation, and geopolitical tensions. We must rely on a wise combination of technology and human agency to navigate this complex landscape and will have to carefully examine its potential impacts on communication and scholarly publishing.
MDPI has joined the STM Integrity Hub. Click here to learn more.
While every presenter brought their own knowledge and personal touch, I was particularly pleased to encounter new speakers such as Heather Whitney (Research Assistant Professor, Radiology, University of Chicago) and Igor Grossmann (Professor of Psychology, University of Waterloo, Canada). Having studied Sociology at the University of Guelph, I have a soft spot for fellow social scientists from Canada, and I was very impressed by Igor’s presentation on ‘The Social Scientist: A View from the Future’ and his participation in the panel session ‘The Future Beyond the Article,’ which was one of my favourites from the conference, given the diversity of perspectives from the panel speakers.
Memorial Park in Washington, DC
On a personal note, this was my first-time visiting Washington, DC, and I’m glad we took an afternoon to visit the Memorial Park, with its incredible monuments to figures ranging from Martin Luther King, Jr. to Abraham Lincoln. The magnitude of the monuments is deeply impressive. I particularly appreciated the Thomas Jefferson memorial and the following quote, which I think speaks to the importance of change and adaptation. It’s something we can apply not only in our industry but also in our personal lives.
"I am not an advocate for frequent changes in laws and constitutions, but laws and institutions must go hand in hand with the progress of the human mind. As that becomes more developed, more enlightened, as new discoveries are made, new truths discovered and manners and opinions change, with the change of circumstances, institutions must advance also to keep pace with the times. We might as well require a man to wear still the coat which fitted him when a boy as a civilized society to remain ever under the regimen of their barbarous ancestors."
– Excerpted from a letter to Samuel Kercheval, July 12, 1816.
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG
30 April 2024
MDPI Opens Office in Seoul, Korea and Appoints Claude Seo as Office Manager
MDPI, the leading Open Access (OA) publisher, announced on Monday that it opened its Korean branch office on 29th April 2024. With this addition, MDPI now operates 21 offices in 12 countries worldwide. Claude Seo, with over 20 years of experience in the academic journal publishing industry, including Nature Publishing Group (NPG), has been appointed as the Office Manager of the Seoul office.
With the establishment of a Seoul office, MDPI aims to actively support Korea scientific communities to further promote the publication of OA journals in the region. As of the end of 2023, Korea ranked sixth worldwide in both submissions and publications of MDPI research papers. MDPI is the number one OA publisher in Korea.
Sungkyunkwan University Joins MDPI’s Institutional Open Access Program
In addition, MDPI announced that Sungkyunkwan University joined MDPI’s Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP). This program offers free access to MDPI online submission system for the institutions and APC discounts to affiliated authors. Thirteen major Korean universities, including Sungkyunkwan University, Kyung Hee University, Chung-Ang University and Catholic University of Korea, have adopted IOAP in Korea.
OA aims to break down barriers that have traditionally restricted access to science, ensuring that knowledge is available to all, regardless of financial situation or institutional affiliations. Authors, academia, and scientific communities are rapidly moving toward OA. MDPI has been at the forefront of reshaping the academic publishing landscape, with OA surpassing subscription-based publishing in 2020.
MDPI CEO Visits Seoul, Korea
In March, Stefan Tochev, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MDPI, visited Korea and met with various stakeholders including government agencies, research and academic institutions, universities. During his visit, Stefan highlighted that MDPI continues to pave the way for a world where science is accessible to all, supporting a global community of inclusive innovation and collaborative solutions.
Stefan expressed excitement about the new venture, stating, "Today marks a significant milestone for MDPI as we celebrate the opening of our new office in Seoul, Korea. This expansion is more than just an increase in our physical footprint, it is a pivotal step in our ongoing commitment to making scientific knowledge more accessible, participatory, and inclusive across the globe."
Claude Seo, reflecting on his new role, commented, "I am delighted to have been offered this position of trust within MDPI, the no. 1 scholarly OA publisher. As we establish our presence in Korea, we are dedicated to integrating into the local community and contributing to its vibrant culture. Our commitment goes beyond business growth; it is about creating a more informed and innovative society by embracing and promoting diversity within the scientific community.”
For further inquiries, please contact our Seoul office directly.
About MDPI
A pioneer in scholarly, open access publishing, MDPI has supported academic communities since 1996. MDPI is leading the transition to open science by making more research free and accessible to everyone. Over 3.3 million researchers have entrusted MDPI with publishing their scientific discoveries. MDPI’s editorial process is bolstered by a network of dedicated reviewers, a team of 6000 diligent, well-trained staff members, and an in-house article submission platform that was designed to ensure efficient processes within its 430 fully OA titles.
30 April 2024
Entropy 2024 Best Paper Award—Winners Announced
We are pleased to announce the winners of the Entropy 2024 Best Paper Award. All papers published in 2022 in Entropy (ISSN: 1099-4300) were considered for the award. After a thorough evaluation of the originality and significance of the papers, citations, and downloads, five winners were selected.
Review:
“The Free Energy Principle for Perception and Action: A Deep Learning Perspective”
by Pietro Mazzaglia, Tim Verbelen, Ozan Çatal and Bart Dhoedt
Entropy 2022, 24(2), 301; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24020301
Articles:
“Quantum Coherences and Classical Inhomogeneities as Equivalent Thermodynamics Resources”
by Andrew Smith, Kanupriya Sinha and Christopher Jarzynski
Entropy 2022, 24(4), 474; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24040474
“Recasting the (Synchrosqueezed) Short-Time Fourier Transform as an Instantaneous Spectrum”
by Steven Sandoval and Phillip L. De Leon
Entropy 2022, 24(4), 518; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24040518
“Power-Optimal Control of a Stirling Engine’s Frictional Piston Motion”
by Raphael Paul, Abdellah Khodja, Andreas Fischer, Robin Masser and Karl Heinz Hoffmann
Entropy 2022, 24(3), 362; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24030362
“Metacognition as a Consequence of Competing Evolutionary Time Scales”
by Franz Kuchling, Chris Fields and Michael Levin
Entropy 2022, 24(5), 601; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24050601
Each winner will receive CHF 500 and a chance to publish a paper free of charge in Entropy in 2024 after peer review.
Please join us in congratulating the winners of the Entropy 2024 Best Paper Award. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of our authors for your continued support of Entropy.
Entropy Editorial Office
2 April 2024
MDPI Insights: The CEO's Letter #10 - South Korea, IWD, U2A, Japan

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
Left to right: Dr. Jisuk Kang (Scientific Officer, MDPI), Stefan Tochev (CEO, MDPI), and Dr. Giulia Stefenelli (Chair of Scientific Office Board, MDPI), during media meetings at Prain Agency office in Seoul, South Korea.
Visit to Seoul, South Korea
During my recent visit to South Korea, I had the privilege of meeting various stakeholders, including representatives of government, research institutions, and academia, to understand their needs and communicate MDPI’s commitment to accessible science. Accompanied by my colleagues Dr. Giulia Stefenelli and Dr. Jisuk Kang, I engaged with the Korean scientific community, which is increasingly embracing open access (OA).
As the leading OA publisher in South Korea, MDPI is trusted by local authors and in 2023 enjoyed an approximately 30% share of the OA market. South Korea ranks sixth globally for MDPI in terms of research papers submitted and published.
MDPI and South Korea by Numbers
As at 30 March, over 76,000 MDPI articles have been authored by individuals affiliated with Korean institutions. We have over 1,800 active editorial board members (EBMs) from South Korea, with more than 880 EBMs having an H-index between 26 and 50, including 10 serving as Chief Editors.
“South Korea is the sixth-largest contributor to our total publications”
Over the past five years (2019–2023), nearly 120,000 authors affiliated with South Korean institutes have published with MDPI. Specifically in 2023, we received approximately 25,000 submissions from South Korean authors, publishing close to 13,000 articles, resulting in a rejection rate of 47.4%, which is not far below MDPI’s overall rejection rate of 56.4% in 2023.
Institutional Partnerships with South Korea
I am pleased to share that MDPI has more than 825 institutional partnerships worldwide, with 12 in South Korea, including Kyunghee University, Chung-Ang University, and Inha University, among others.
Left to right: Dr. Jisuk Kang (Scientific Officer, MDPI), Dr. Giulia Stefenelli (Chair of Scientific Office Board, MDPI), and Stefan Tochev (CEO, MDPI) fielding media questions at Prain PR Agency office in Seoul, South Korea.
Over the past three years (2021–2023), we have had some of the most prestigious academic universities ranked among the top 10 Korean institutions publishing with MDPI. Seoul National University had the highest number of publications with MDPI during those three years, publishing nearly 6,000 papers. Universities such as Korea University and Yonsei University also rank among the top 10 Korean institutions publishing with MDPI.
MDPI Hosts Seminar for Academia and Media
As the world’s leading OA publisher, MDPI is actively democratizing science. This is reflected in the seminars we hosted on 21 March to address questions about our editorial processes and ethical standards. The visit garnered media coverage, reflecting our mission to providing high-quality services and fostering open dialogue in the community.
“MDPI is actively democratizing science”
MDPI in the News
Stefan Tochev (CEO, MDPI) leading a seminar on OA and MDPI at Prain PR Agency office in Seoul, South Korea.
Media coverage generated by our visit to Seoul included the following stories:
“Open access is an unstoppable trend…it will lead the development of the knowledge ecosystem.”
I greatly appreciate the contributions of everyone who took the time to meet with us, share their stories, and hold us accountable for continuing to provide high-quality publishing services while identifying areas for improvement. I am also excited to announce that we have opened an MDPI office in Seoul and will release a press release on MDPI.com, with details, by the end April 2024. The purpose of the office is to establish a local presence to connect with and support the South Korean academic community through institutional partnerships, conferences, author workshops, stakeholder communications, and more.
Impactful Research
Featured Articles on Women’s Leadership and Healthcare
In celebration of International Women’s Day (8 March 2024), MDPI curated a collection of research articles on various topics, including women’s leadership, reproductive health, preventive healthcare, and a selection of articles from our journal Women.
Women’s Leadership
- Women Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development: Bibliometric Analysis and Emerging Research Trends
Sustainability 2022, 14, 9160. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14159160 - Refugee Women Business Mentors: New Evidence for Women’s Empowerment
Sustainability 2022, 14, 9154. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14159154 - Women and Leadership in Higher Education: A Systematic Review
Soc. Sci. 2023, 12, 555. https://doi.org/10.3390/socsci12100555 - Understanding Needs and Potentials for Gender-Balanced Empowerment and Leadership in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in Africa
Sustainability 2022, 14, 9410. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14159410 - Challenges Women Experience in Leadership Careers: An Integrative Review
Merits 2023, 3, 366-389. https://doi.org/10.3390/merits3020021
Women’s Reproductive Health
- Recreational Female Athletes’ Understanding of and Perceived Impact of the Menstrual Cycle on Physical Performance, Mood, and Sleeping Behaviour
Women 2023, 3, 445-456. https://doi.org/10.3390/women3030034 - Difficulties in Adaptation of the Mother and Newborn via Cesarean Section versus Natural Birth—A Narrative Review
Life 2023, 13, 300. https://doi.org/10.3390/life13020300 - The Main Theories on the Pathogenesis of Endometriosis
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2023, 24, 4254. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms24054254
Women’s Preventive Healthcare
- Insulin Metabolism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Secretion, Signaling, and Clearance
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2023, 24, 3140. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms24043140 - Assessing Barriers Encountered by Women in Cervical Cancer Screening and Follow-Up Care in Urban Bolivia, Cochabamba
Healthcare 2022, 10, 1604. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare10091604 - Updates on HPV Vaccination
Diagnostics 2023, 13, 243. https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics13020243
Featured Articles in MDPI Journal Women
Below are a few articles from Women, our journal focused on women’s health, the social determinants of health, and the healthcare system that serves women. The aim of Women is to encourage academics to publish their experimental and theoretical results in detail, to aid reproducibility, and in an engaging style, to aid comprehensibility.
- Premenstrual Syndrome and Exercise: A Narrative Review
Women 2023, 3, 348-364. https://doi.org/10.3390/women3020026 - Increasing Awareness of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine for Women 18–45 Years of Age
Women 2023, 3, 365-373. https://doi.org/10.3390/women3030027 - Addressing Women’s Needs with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Enhancing the Visibility of Pharmacists in the Public Health Arena
Women 2022, 2, 346-352. https://doi.org/10.3390/women2040032
Inside MDPI
Championing Women’s Healthcare and Access to Healthcare Information
MDPI colleagues from our offices joined in celebrating #IWD2024. In doing so, we emphasized key missions that encompass:
- Empowering women to assume leadership and decision-making roles in both business and science.
- Helping women and girls make informed decisions about their health.
- Recruiting and developing female talent and fostering inclusive workplace environments.
“We are thrilled to recognize the accomplishments of women scientists”
I am proud to see our colleagues enthusiastically supporting the International Women’s Day call to ‘Inspire Inclusion!’ The heart-hands in the collage below symbolize our appreciation of the achievements of women researchers and the recognition of the trailblazers who have courageously made a mark on societies past and present.
We are thrilled to recognize the accomplishments of women scientists through our many MDPI awards and by highlighting success stories. As inspirational figures, female scientists are paving the way for the next generation of women aspiring to pursue careers in engineering, life sciences, computing, and various other STEM fields.
“I consider myself lucky because I work with incredibly talented women who inspire me every day.”
– Dr. Alessandra Pasut, Winner of MDPI's ‘Biology 2023 Young Investigator Award’
“It’s really important to find a supportive and enabling environment in which to do your science; it would have a big impact on you as a person and on your scientific outputs.”
– Dr. Rhea Longley, Winner of the ‘Pathogens 2023 Young Investigator Award’
Open-access publishing, in particular, allows early-career women researchers to share their work more widely, potentially attracting mentorship opportunities and collaborations. This support is crucial for career development and advancement.
Coming Together for Science
MDPI Joins United2Act in Collective Fight to Stop Paper Mills
In my February 2024 CEO Letter, I highlighted some of our recent initiatives aimed at bolstering our commitment to research integrity, including joining the STM Integrity Hub and expanding our Research Integrity and Publication Ethics team (RIPE). Continuing our efforts in coming together for science, I am pleased to share our participation in the United2Act initiative.
The text below is taken from our official announcement:
United2Act represents an international group of stakeholders in the publishing industry committed to addressing the collective challenge posed to research integrity by paper mills.
Scientists and academic publishers have increasingly noted the alarming proliferation of paper mills, recognized as fraudulent entities seeking to manipulate the publication process for financial profit. These entities engage in fraudulent practices such as falsifying or fabricating data, selling co-authorship of fake papers, manipulating peer review, and including inappropriate citations. These actions pose a significant threat to the integrity of the scholarly record, prompting widespread concern among those involved in the academic community.
MDPI has been actively contributing to combat the undermining of the scientific record. Our editors employ a set of tools to detect potential ethical breaches within a manuscript and to tackle the issue of fake papers.
United2Act’s consensus statement is the outcome of a virtual summit held in May 2023. It involved the participation of research bodies, publishers, researchers/sleuths, universities, and publishing infrastructure from 15 countries and resulted in a Consensus Statement outlining five key areas of action for all stakeholders:
- Education and awareness
- Improve post-publication corrections
- Facilitate and organise research on paper mills
- Enable the development of trust markers
- Facilitate dialogue between stakeholders
MDPI is committed to promoting transparency and integrity in scholarly publishing and is continuing to work closely with the scientific community toward this goal.
Closing Thoughts
Left to right: Ryo Hirayama (Marketing Specialist, MDPI), Takashi Sasabe (Marketing Specialist, MDPI), Dr. Giulia Stefenelli (Chair of Scientific Office Board, MDPI), Dr. Izumi Yamamoto (Marketing Manager, MDPI), and Stefan Tochev (CEO, MDPI), at MDPI’s office in Tokyo, Japan.
Visit to Tokyo and Kyoto, Japan
In March, I had the opportunity to visit our Tokyo office and engage with stakeholders in Tokyo and Kyoto. During the visit, I also recorded a video message to welcome Japanese scholars working with MDPI and to highlight our operations in Japan.
We held meetings with Editors-in-Chief, librarians, scholars, and external consultants to gather feedback on our efforts to enhance our reputation and explore additional steps we can take in that direction. Japan's rich cultural heritage, characterized by tradition, respect, and formality, provided valuable insights into meeting the publishing needs specific to Japan.
Japan’s Open Access statistics
Over the years, we have seen a shift from subscription-only to gold OA publishing in Japan, despite the lack of an official mandate. Here are some statistics:
- 2012: 68% of articles were subscription-only, 6% were green Open Access, and 8% were gold Open Access.
- 2016: 55% of articles were subscription-only, 6% were green Open Access, and 20% were gold Open Access.
- 2022: 43% of articles were subscription-only, 7% were green Open Access, and 39% were gold Open Access.
To learn more about the history of OA in Japan as well as about future trends, please read this blog post.
“Japan is the ninth-largest contributor to our total publications”
Left to right: Stefan Tochev (CEO, MDPI), Dr. Izumi Yamamoto (Marketing Manager, MDPI), and Dr. Giulia Stefenelli (Chair of Scientific Office Board, MDPI) visiting Kyoto University in Kyoto, Japan.
MDPI and Japan by Numbers
As at 1 April, over 50,000 MDPI articles have been authored by scholars affiliated with Japanese institutions, making the country the ninth-largest contributor to our total publications. Over the past three years (2020–2023), nearly 90,000 authors affiliated with Japanese institutes have published with MDPI, and we have collaborated with over 4,600 Guest Editors from Japan.
In 2023, we published over 8,200 papers from authors associated with Japanese institutions. MDPI collaborates with 41 institutional partnerships in Japan, including the University of Tokyo, Hokkaido University, and Nagoya University. We have over 2,100 active EBMs from Japan, more than 1,050 EBMs having an H-index between 26 and 50, including 13 serving as Editors-in-Chief.
General Feedback – a side note
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That said, we recognize the importance of addressing individual concerns. We take feedback seriously and are continuously working to get better while not compromising the core principles that millions of authors appreciate about MDPI.
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MDPI AG
25 March 2024
Prof. Dr. Miguel Rubi Appointed Section Editor-in-Chief of Section “Thermodynamics” in Entropy

We are pleased to announce that Prof. Dr. Miguel Rubi, a professor at the University of Barcelona, Spain, has been appointed Section Editor-in-Chief of the Section “Thermodynamics” in Entropy (ISSN: 1099-4300).
In 2003, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation awarded Prof. Dr. Rubi the von Humboldt Prize, and in 2003, the University of Trondheim awarded him the Onsager Medal. He was appointed CAS Fellow 2007/2008 by the Centre for Advanced Study at the Norwegian Academy of Sciences and Letters. In 2010, the Institució Catalana de Recerca i Estudis awarded him an ICREA Prize. He has been appointed Onsager Professor at the University of Trondheim, Sandoval Vallarta Professor at UAM, Marcos Moshinsky Professor at UNAM, and Institute of Physics Professor at San Luis Potosí of Mexico. In 2012 and 2013, he was a Visiting Professor at CETHIL-INSA, Lyon, and in 2014, he was a Visiting Professor at L’École Polytechnique, Paris. Prof. Dr. Rubi was appointed Leverhulme Professor at Imperial College, London, in 2013–2014. In 2016, the Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU awarded him the degree of Doctor Honoris Causa. In 2017, the Jagiellonian University at Krakow awarded him the ’Plus Ratio Quam Vis Medal’.
The following is a Q&A with Prof. Dr. Miguel Rubi, who shared his vision for the journal with us, as well as his views of the research area and open access publishing:
1. What aspects of the journal appealed to you and motivated you to accept the role of Section Editor-in-Chief?
Several aspects of the journal motivated me to accept the role of Section Editor-in-Chief. I was drawn to the journal's interdisciplinary approach, which enables the exploration of diverse topics and perspectives. Furthermore, I was excited about the opportunity to contribute to the editorial process and help shape the direction of the journal. Finally, I was impressed by the journal's commitment to fostering collaboration and dialogue within the research community, and I saw the role of Section Editor-in-Chief as a means to further facilitate these connections. Overall, I believe that my background and expertise align well with the goals and vision of the journal, and I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve in this capacity. My research interests are in the field of non-equilibrium statistical physics and its application in biology and nanoscience.
2. What is your vision for the Section “Thermodynamics”, and what goals would you like to achieve during your tenure?
My vision for the Section “Thermodynamics” is to create a dynamic platform that serves as a hub for cutting-edge research and innovation in the field of thermodynamics. During my tenure, I aim to achieve several goals:
- Promote Interdisciplinary Research: I intend to encourage interdisciplinary collaborations and foster dialogue between researchers from various disciplines. By promoting interdisciplinary research, we can explore new frontiers and address complex challenges in thermodynamics;
- Enhance Visibility and Impact: I strive to elevate the visibility and impact of the “Thermodynamics” Section by attracting high-quality submissions and publishing innovative and influential research articles. By maintaining rigorous editorial standards and providing timely and constructive feedback to authors, we can ensure the publication of impactful research that advances the field;
- Foster diversity and inclusivity: I am committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within the Section by actively seeking contributions from researchers with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. By embracing diversity, we can enrich the scientific discourse and foster a more inclusive research community;
- Engage with the Research Community: I plan to actively engage with the research community through various channels, including social media, conferences, and workshops. By fostering open communication and collaboration, we can build a strong research community that drives innovation and advances our understanding of thermodynamics.
Overall, my goal for the Section is to create an inclusive and forward-thinking environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and excellence in thermodynamics research. I look forward to working with authors, reviewers, and Editorial Board Members to achieve these goals and elevate the “Thermodynamics” Section to new heights.
3. In your opinion, what does the future of research in this field look like, and what emerging trends do you anticipate?
The future of research in the field of thermodynamics holds exciting possibilities, with several emerging trends. One prominent trend is the increasing integration of thermodynamics with other scientific disciplines. This interdisciplinary approach is enabling researchers to explore complex phenomena at the intersection of multiple fields, leading to new insights and discoveries.
Additionally, there is a growing focus on nanoscale and mesoscale thermodynamics, driven by advancements in nanotechnology and materials science. Researchers are investigating the thermodynamic properties of nanomaterials, nanofluids, and nanostructures, as well as exploring their potential applications in energy conversion and thermal management.
Furthermore, sustainable energy technologies are becoming increasingly important in thermodynamics research, as the world seeks to address climate change and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. This includes the development of efficient and renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, as well as the optimization of energy storage and conversion systems.
Another emerging trend is the exploration of thermodynamics in non-equilibrium systems, where traditional thermodynamic principles may not apply. Researchers are studying the thermodynamics of far-from-equilibrium systems, such as biological processes, active matter, and quantum systems, and developing new theoretical frameworks to describe their behavior.
Overall, the future of research in thermodynamics promises to be dynamic and multidisciplinary, with continued advancements in nanotechnology, sustainable energy, and non-equilibrium thermodynamics. By embracing these emerging trends and fostering collaboration across disciplines, researchers can address complex challenges and drive innovation in the field.
4. How do you perceive the development and impact of open access in the publishing field?
I perceive the development and impact of open access in the field of thermodynamics to be highly beneficial. Open access publishing has democratized access to scientific knowledge by removing financial barriers and allowing researchers from around the world to freely access and share research findings. This has led to the greater dissemination of research results, increased collaboration among researchers, and accelerated the pace of scientific discovery in thermodynamics.
Furthermore, open access publishing has enhanced the visibility and impact of research in thermodynamics by making it more accessible to a wider audience. This increased visibility could lead to the greater recognition and citation of research articles, ultimately advancing the careers of researchers and promoting the advancement of the field.
Moreover, open access publishing promotes transparency and reproducibility in scientific research by making research articles freely available for scrutiny and verification by the scientific community. This helps to ensure the integrity and reliability of research findings in thermodynamics and fosters trust in the scientific process.
Prof. Dr. Miguel Rubi joined the Entropy Editorial Board in 2016. We wish him every success in his new position and look forward to his contributions to the journal.
22 March 2024
Entropy 2023 Outstanding Reviewer Award—Winners Announced
We are pleased to announce the winners of the Entropy 2023 Outstanding Reviewer Award. The Entropy Editorial Board and editorial team would like to gratefully acknowledge the time and energy dedicated by reviewers in checking the manuscripts submitted to Entropy (ISSN: 1099-4300). It is due to their efforts that the high quality of the journal and quick turnaround are maintained.
Name: Prof. Dr. Dennis Dieks
Affiliation: History and Philosophy of Science, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
Research Interests: philosophy of physics; foundations of quantum mechanics; philosophy of space and time; probability; philosophy of science
Name: Prof. Dr. Laszlo Csirmaz
Affiliation: Institute of Information Theory and Automation, Prague, Czech Republic
Research Interests: cryptography; combinatorics; entropy; mathematical logic
Name: Prof. Dr. Alberto Porta
Affiliations: 1Department of Biomedical Sciences for Health, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
2Department of Cardiothoracic, Vascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, Milan, Italy
Research Interests: time series analysis; cardiovascular control; complexity
Name: Prof. Dr. Themis Matsoukas
Affiliation: Department of Chemical Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA
Research Interests: statistical thermodynamics; population balances and their application to multicomponent systems; deterministic and stochastic simulation of particulate processes; clustering and fragmentation on discrete graphs; statistical mechanics of stochastic processes; nanocolloids and aerosols
Name: Dr. Marco Favretti
Affiliation: Dipartimento di Matematica “Tullio Levi-Civita”, Università degli Studi di Padova, Padova, Italy
Research Interests: maximum entropy principle; statistical ecology; geometric control theory and nonholonomic mechanics
The prize for each winner:
- CHF 500;
- An opportunity to publish a paper with a 50% discount on the APC in Entropy in 2024 after peer review;
- A certificate.
Entropy Editorial Office
20 March 2024
Entropy | Invitation to Read the Newly Selected Papers from the Editor’s Choice Articles
It is our pleasure to invite you to read the newly selected papers from the Editor’s Choice Articles. We have selected six of these papers to display here. The paper list is as follows:
“Applying Hybrid ARIMA-SGARCH in Algorithmic Investment Strategies on S&P500 Index”
by Nguyen Vo and Robert Ślepaczuk
Entropy 2022, 24(2), 158; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24020158
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/2/158
“Recasting the (Synchrosqueezed) Short-Time Fourier Transform as an Instantaneous Spectrum”
by Steven Sandoval and Phillip L. De Leon
Entropy 2022, 24(4), 518; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24040518
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/4/518
“The Free Energy Principle for Perception and Action: A Deep Learning Perspective”
by Pietro Mazzaglia, Tim Verbelen, Ozan Çatal and Bart Dhoedt
Entropy 2022, 24(2), 301; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24020301
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/2/301
“Metacognition as a Consequence of Competing Evolutionary Time Scales”
by Franz Kuchling, Chris Fields and Michael Levin
Entropy 2022, 24(5), 601; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24050601
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/5/601
“Sample, Fuzzy and Distribution Entropies of Heart Rate Variability: What Do They Tell Us on Cardiovascular Complexity?”
by Paolo Castiglioni, Giampiero Merati, Gianfranco Parati and Andrea Faini
Entropy 2023, 25(2), 281; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25020281
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/2/281
“Power-Optimal Control of a Stirling Engine's Frictional Piston Motion”
by Raphael Paul, Abdellah Khodja, Andreas Fischer, Robin Masser and Karl Heinz Hoffmann
Entropy 2022, 24(3), 362; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24030362
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/3/362
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the research groups that submitted these exceptional papers for their contributions to Entropy (ISSN: 1099-4300). We would greatly appreciate it if you could circulate this document among your colleagues or through your network.
If you would like to learn more about the contributions published in the Editor’s Choice Articles, please visit the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/entropy/editors_choice.
20 March 2024
Entropy | Newly Selected Papers from the Editor’s Choice Articles in the Sections “Complexity” and “Multidisciplinary Applications”
It is our pleasure to invite you to read the newly selected papers from the Editor’s Choice Articles. The papers from the Sections “Complexity” and “Multidisciplinary Applications” are listed below:
“Unraveling Hidden Major Factors by Breaking Heterogeneity into Homogeneous Parts within Many-System Problems”
by Elizabeth P. Chou, Ting-Li Chen and Hsieh Fushing
Entropy 2022, 24(2), 170; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24020170
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/2/170
“Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics of Polymeric Liquids via Atomistic Simulation”
by Brian Joseph Edwards, Mohammad Hadi Nafar Sefiddashti and Bamin Khomami
Entropy 2022, 24(2), 175; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24020175
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/2/175
“Stochastic Hydrodynamics of Complex Fluids: Discretisation and Entropy Production”
by Michael E. Cates, Étienne Fodor, Tomer Markovich, Cesare Nardini and Elsen Tjhung
Entropy 2022, 24(2), 254; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24020254
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/2/254
“The Cross-Sectional Intrinsic Entropy-A Comprehensive Stock Market Volatility Estimator”
by Claudiu Vințe and Marcel Ausloos
Entropy 2022, 24(5), 623; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24050623
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/5/623
“Elastic Entropic Forces in Polymer Deformation”
by Vladimir I. Kartsovnik and Dimitri Volchenkov
Entropy 2022, 24(9), 1260; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24091260
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/9/1260
“Information Field Theory and Artificial Intelligence”
by Torsten Enßlin
Entropy 2022, 24(3), 374; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24030374
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/3/374
“Causal Inference in Time Series in Terms of Renyi Transfer Entropy”
by Petr Jizba, Hynek Lavička and Zlata Tabachová
Entropy 2022, 24(7), 855; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24070855
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/7/855
“Decoding "Maximum Entropy" Deconvolution”
by Long V. Le, Tae Jung Kim, Young Dong Kim and David E. Aspnes
Entropy 2022, 24(9), 1238; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24091238
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/9/1238
“Dependency Structures in Cryptocurrency Market from High to Low Frequency”
by Antonio Briola and Tomaso Aste
Entropy 2022, 24(11), 1548; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24111548
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/11/1548
“COVID-19 Effects on the Relationship between Cryptocurrencies: Can It Be Contagion? Insights from Econophysics Approaches”
by Dora Almeida, Andreia Dionísio, Isabel Vieira and Paulo Ferreira
Entropy 2023, 25(1), 98; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25010098
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/1/98
“Fundamental Relation for Gas of Interacting Particles in a Heat Flow”
by Robert Hołyst, Karol Makuch, Konrad Giżyński, Anna Maciołek and Paweł J. Żuk
Entropy 2023, 25(9), 1295; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25091295
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/9/1295
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the research groups that submitted these exceptional papers for their contributions to Entropy (ISSN: 1099-4300). We would greatly appreciate it if you could circulate this document among your colleagues or through your network.
If you would like to learn more about the contributions published in the Editor’s Choice Articles, please visit the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/entropy/editors_choice.
20 March 2024
Entropy | Newly Selected Papers from the Editor’s Choice Articles in the Section “Quantum Information”
It is our pleasure to invite you to read the newly selected papers from the “Editor’s Choice Articles”. The papers from the Section “Quantum Information” are listed below:
“Correlations, Information Backflow, and Objectivity in a Class of Pure Dephasing Models”
by Nina Megier, Andrea Smirne, Steve Campbell and Bassano Vacchini
Entropy 2022, 24(2), 304; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24020304
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/2/304
“Quantum Coherences and Classical Inhomogeneities as Equivalent Thermodynamics Resources”
by Andrew Smith, Kanupriya Sinha and Christopher Jarzynski
Entropy 2022, 24(4), 474; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24040474
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/4/474
“Quantum Non-Markovian Environment-to-System Backflows of Information: Nonoperational vs. Operational Approaches”
by Adrián A. Budini
Entropy 2022, 24(5), 649; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24050649
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/5/649
“Effective Field Theory of Random Quantum Circuits”
by Yunxiang Liao and Victor Galitski
Entropy 2022, 24(6), 823; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24060823
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/6/823
“Critical Quantum Metrology in the Non-Linear Quantum Rabi Model”
by Zu-Jian Ying, Simone Felicetti, Gang Liu and Daniel Braak
Entropy 2022, 24(8), 1015; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24081015
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/8/1015
“Pseudoclassical Dynamics of the Kicked Top”
by Zhixing Zou and Jiao Wang
Entropy 2022, 24(8), 1092; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24081092
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/8/1092
““Yet Once More”: The Double-Slit Experiment and Quantum Discontinuity”
by Arkady Plotnitsky
Entropy 2022, 24(10), 1455; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24101455
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/10/1455
“Universal Single-Mode Lasing in Fully Chaotic Billiard Lasers”
by Mengyu You, Daisuke Sakakibara, Kota Makino, Yonosuke Morishita, Kazutoshi Matsumura, Yuta Kawashima, Manao Yoshikawa, Mahiro Tonosaki, Kazutaka Kanno, Atsushi Uchida et al.
Entropy 2022, 24(11), 1648; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24111648
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/11/1648
“Quantum Coherence in Loopless Superconductive Networks”
by Massimiliano Lucci, Valerio Campanari, Davide Cassi, Vittorio Merlo, Francesco Romeo, Gaetano Salina and Matteo Cirillo
Entropy 2022, 24(11), 1690; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24111690
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/11/1690
“Canonical Density Matrices from Eigenstates of Mixed Systems”
by Mahdi Kourehpaz, Stefan Donsa, Fabian Lackner, Joachim Burgdörfer and Iva Březinová
Entropy 2022, 24(12), 1740; https://doi.org/10.3390/e24121740
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/24/12/1740
“Chaos and Thermalization in the Spin-Boson Dicke Model”
by David Villaseñor, Saúl Pilatowsky-Cameo, Miguel A. Bastarrachea-Magnani, Sergio Lerma-Hernández, Lea F. Santos and Jorge G. Hirsch
Entropy 2023, 25(1), 8; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25010008
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/1/8
“Entanglement-Assisted Quantum Codes from Cyclic Codes”
by Francisco Revson F. Pereira and Stefano Mancini
Entropy 2023, 25(1), 37; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25010037
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/1/37
“Quantum Chaos in the Dynamics of Molecules”
by Kazuo Takatsuka
Entropy 2023, 25(1), 63; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25010063
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/1/63
“Extreme Eigenvalues and the Emerging Outlier in Rank-One Non-Hermitian Deformations of the Gaussian Unitary Ensemble”
by Yan V. Fyodorov, Boris A. Khoruzhenko and Mihail Poplavskyi
Entropy 2023, 25(1), 74; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25010074
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/1/74
“Invariant-Parameterized Exact Evolution Operator for SU(2) Systems with Time-Dependent Hamiltonian”
by Hiromichi Nakazato, Alessandro Sergi, Agostino Migliore and Antonino Messina
Entropy 2023, 25(1), 96; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25010096
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/1/96
“Quantum Bounds on the Generalized Lyapunov Exponents”
by Silvia Pappalardi and Jorge Kurchan
Entropy 2023, 25(2), 246; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25020246
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/2/246
“Toward Prediction of Financial Crashes with a D-Wave Quantum Annealer”
by Yongcheng Ding, Javier Gonzalez-Conde, Lucas Lamata, José D. Martín-Guerrero, Enrique Lizaso, Samuel Mugel, Xi Chen, Román Orús, Enrique Solano and Mikel Sanz
Entropy 2023, 25(2), 323; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25020323
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/2/323
“Quantum Chaos and Level Dynamics”
by Jakub Zakrzewski
Entropy 2023, 25(3), 491; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25030491
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/3/491
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the research groups that submitted these exceptional papers for their contributions to Entropy (ISSN: 1099-4300). We would greatly appreciate it if you could circulate this document among your colleagues or through your network.
If you would like to learn more about the contributions published in the Editor’s Choice Articles, please visit the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/entropy/editors_choice.