Announcements
8 June 2026
Meet Us at the 2026 Human Proteome Organization World Congress, 27 September–1 October 2026, Singapore
5 June 2026
MDPI Canada | Summary of the MDPI Subject Workshop—Crossing Boundaries: Transdisciplinarity in the Humanities
On 23 May 2026, MDPI Canada hosted their third North American subject workshop entitled “Crossing Boundaries: Transdisciplinarity in the Humanities”. This event brought together nearly 30 students and experts in the field of humanities to explore innovative, cross-disciplinary research shaping the future of the field. This meeting, held at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, located in downtown Toronto, provided a platform for in-depth scientific exchange.
Our workshop host, Summer Huggard, Operations Manager of MDPI Canada, opened the event with an introduction to our conference chair, Prof. Dr. Albrecht Classen of the University of Arizona. Prof. Dr. Classen welcomed our attendees to the event, outlining three subtopics of the workshop: AI and data in the humanities; environmental humanities; and humanities, literature, and identity. These topics emphasize the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing the direction of the humanities in our rapidly changing world. MDPI Canada’s Operating Director, Elvis Wang, then thanked all contributors and spoke about MDPI’s core principles of transparency, trusted service, integrity, and role in promoting excellence and advancing open science.
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The day’s presentations were full of exciting discussion as eleven speakers spoke about their research findings. These eleven presenters included Dr. Michael Bryson, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Elgammal, Prof. Dr. Avi Friedman, Prof. Dr. Nancy S. Steinhardt, Prof. Dr. Tom Roeper, Prof. Dr. Salikoko S. Mufwene, Dr. Lindsay Stern, Prof. Dr. Jeffrey R. Di Leo, Prof. Dr. Albrecht Classen, Dr. Ronald B. Brown, and Dr. Robert Brazeau.
The reports given covered many interesting topics, including the following: AI and data in the humanities; environmental humanities; and humanities, literature, and identity. The talks covered hot topics such as the state of the humanities with the growing prevalence of AI, architecture and urban planning as a tool to understand globalization and exercise habits, the critical role of literature studies in language development, and environmental and health studies.
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The second half of the day began with presentations covering the value of the humanities from a philosophical lens, literature and health study to analyze environmental protection, and concluded with an in-depth analysis of the new interconnected approach to human health studies post-pandemic.Dr. Barnaby Crook, Regional Engagement Editor at MDPI, introduced MDPI, market dynamics, and discussed relevant publishing trends in the humanities field. His presentation allowed audience members to gain greater insight into how MDPI’s journals can support researchers whose work falls within this subject and provided transparency regarding MDPI’s practices.
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During the day’s proceedings, multiple Q&A sessions were held, allowing valuable engagement between speakers and attendees to occur. During these discussions, attendees could further develop conversations around addressing the influence of culture on human health, the effect of politics on environmental care, the benefits of open access publishing, and more. These sessions were a highlight of the event and helped build a platform for meaningful scientific exchange.
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Looking Ahead
The MDPI 2026 Toronto Subject Workshop Crossing Boundaries: Transdisciplinarity in the Humanities was a successful collaboration between MDPI and local academics. We are thankful to all attendees for their part in making this event possible and for contributing to its success.
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We have received positive feedback regarding this event and look forward to continuing to host these subject workshops, with the next being the Montreal Subject Workshop “Microelectronics, Microsystems, Sensors, and Their Applications” in September. For more updates regarding this event and other upcoming workshops, follow MDPI Canada on LinkedIn and Facebook.
4 June 2026
International Journal of Molecular Sciences | 2025 Most Popular Cover Selection—Winners Announced
We are pleased to announce the winners of the IJMS 2025 Most Popular Cover Selection. Each winner will receive CHF 300 and a certificate. The winners are detailed below.
by Dea Chotzalli, Vasiliki Pardali, Holly M. Walden, Dimitrios Perivolaris, Dimitrios Moianos, Maria Makri, Antonios Drakopoulos, Erofili Giannakopoulou, Razia Tajwar, Molly E. Woodson et al.
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26(20), 10239; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms262010239
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/26/20/10239
by Constantin Munteanu, Anca Irina Galaction, Gelu Onose, Marius Turnea and Mariana Rotariu
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26(7), 3131; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26073131
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/26/7/3131
by Michael John Klink
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26(23), 11355; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms262311355
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/26/23/11355
by Xiaoxue Chai, Qian Tao and Lili Li
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26(14), 6901; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26146901
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/26/14/6901
by Rita Badagliacca, Manlio Fazio, Fabio Stagno, Giuseppe Mirabile, Demetrio Gerace and Alessandro Allegra
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26(19), 9700; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26199700
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/26/19/9700
We wish to congratulate the winners on their excellent research.
IJMS Editorial Office
4 June 2026
Open Access, Broadly Recognized: 363 MDPI Journals Receive CiteScores for 2025
4 June 2026
International Journal of Molecular Sciences Webinar | Advances in Mass Spectrometry-Based Omics, 19 June 2026
Welcome message from the Chair:
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the webinar entitled “Advances in Mass Spectrometry-Based Omics”, a scientific event dedicated to exploring recent developments and innovative applications of mass spectrometry in biomedical and life sciences research.
Mass spectrometry has become an indispensable analytical platform in modern omics sciences, enabling unparalleled insights into the molecular complexity of biological systems. Ranging from metabolomics and proteomics to glycomics, glycoproteomics and lipidomics, these technologies continue to improve our understanding of health and disease, opening new research directions in biomarker discovery, precision medicine, and translational research.
This webinar brings together distinguished researchers from Croatia, Romania, and the United States, who will present cutting-edge studies addressing diverse aspects of mass spectrometry-based omics. The program covers topics ranging from diet-induced metabolomic alterations and advanced proteomics methodologies to glycoproteomics of melanoma cells, lipid membrane remodeling, the structural analysis of proteoglycans, and glycolipid profiling in neurological diseases.
The diversity of the presentations reflects both the remarkable versatility of mass spectrometry and the interdisciplinary nature of contemporary omics. Beyond highlighting technological advances, this event aims to promote scientific dialog, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas among researchers, clinicians, and students interested in analytical and biomedical sciences.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all speakers for their valuable contributions and to all participants for joining us today. I hope this meeting will provide an inspiring and stimulating scientific experience for everyone involved.
I wish you a successful and enjoyable webinar.
Alina D. Zamfir
Webinar Chair
Date: 19 June 2026 3:00 p.m. CEST, 9:00 a.m. EDT, 9:00 p.m. CST Asia
Webinar ID: 879 9846 7215
Register now for free!
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Alina D. Zamfir |
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Marija Heffer, University of Osijek, Croatia |
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Costel C. Darie, Clarkson University, Potsdam, N.Y., USA |
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Cristian Munteanu, Institute of Biochemistry of the Romanian Academy, Bucharest, Romania |
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Svjetlana Kalanj-Bognar, University of Zagreb, Croatia |
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Alina D. Zamfir, National Institute for Research and Development in Electrochemistry and Condensed Timisoara, Romania & ''Aurel Vlaicu'' University of Arad, Romania |
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Mirela Sarbu, National Institute for Research and Development in Electrochemistry and Condensed Timisoara, Romania |
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4:10–4:25 p.m. |
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Alina D. Zamfir |
6:20–6:25 p.m. |
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the webinar. Registrations with email addresses from academic institutions will be prioritized.
Unable to attend? Register anyway and we will let you know when the recording is available to watch.
Webinar Chair and Keynote Speakers:
- Prof. Dr. Alina Diana Zamfir, 1 National Institute for Research and Development in Electrochemistry and Condensed Matter, Timisoara, Romania; 2 Department of Technical and Natural Sciences, “Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania;
- Professor Marjia Heffer, Faculty of Medicine, University of Osijek, Croatia;
- Professor Costel Darie, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Clarkson University, Potsdam, N.Y., USA;
- Dr. Cristian Munteanu, Institute of Biochemistry of the Romanian Academy, Bucharest, Romania;
- Professor Svjetlana Kalanj-Bognar, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Zagreb Medical School, Zagreb, Croatia;
- Prof. Dr. Alina Diana Zamfir, 1 National Institute for Research and Development in Electrochemistry and Condensed Matter, Timisoara, Romania; 2 Department of Technical and Natural Sciences, “Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania;
- Dr. Mirela Sârbu, National Institute for Research and Development in Electrochemistry and Condensed Timisoara, Romania.
3 June 2026
Empowering Academic Growth with MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop at Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University, 24 June 2026
We are delighted to announce the MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop, organized in partnership with Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathum Thani, in collaboration with the MAS Neuroscience Center, School of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine, Mae Fah Luang University, Bangkok. This joint effort reflects a shared commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research that tackles global challenges through innovative methodologies, cross-sector cooperation, and transformative approaches.
As part of our ongoing dedication to researcher development, the workshop seeks to strengthen the research capacity of the academic community across both institutions. Participants will have the opportunity to explore emerging trends, gain insights into open access publishing practices, and engage directly with journal editors and publishing professionals. Designed especially for early-career researchers and innovators, the workshop will provide practical skills to help attendees enhance the visibility and impact of their work while fostering meaningful international collaborations.
Date: 24 June 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Classroom AB-80, 5th Floor, Integrated Academic and Laboratory Building, Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Rangsit Center, Thammasat University, Thailand
Language: Thai
Registration: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6R2WDF5
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Asst. Prof. Dr. Peerapong Kitupawong, Dean of Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University |
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Dr. Siriporn Tantiwatcharothai |
MDPI and Journal Introduction |
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Assoc. Prof. Sattrachai Prasopdee |
Behind the Submission: Real Experiences in Journal Selection |
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Asst. Prof. Chuntida Kamalashiran |
Publishing Integrative Medicine Research |
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Dr. Juthathip Poofery |
How to Write Scientific Papers |
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MDPI Editorial Process and Peer Review Process |
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Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana |
How to Respond to Peer Reviewers |
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Assoc. Prof. Sattrachai Prasopdee is an Associate Professor of parasitology. He earned his bachelor’s degree in veterinary medicine from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Khon Kaen University, and his doctoral degree from the Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University. His research focuses on Opisthorchis viverrini infection and the control and diagnosis of cholangiocarcinoma. His current work emphasizes One Health research aimed at preventing and controlling parasitic diseases across human, animal, and environmental domains. |
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Asst. Prof. Chuntida Kamalashiran is an Assistant Professor of integrtive of medicine. She graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Applied Thai Traditional Medicine from the Faculty of Pharmacy Medicine, Mahasarakham University, and with her doctoral degree in Integrative Medicine from Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University. The research focuses on clinical trial in Alternative, Thai Traditional and Integraive Medicine. Her current work focuses on eldery diseases, neuroscicene and integrative medicine. |
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Dr. Siriporn Tantiwatcharothai obtained her PhD in applied chemistry from the Faculty of Science, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang. She joined MDPI in December 2022 as an Assistant Editor for Catalysts. In 2024, she was promoted to Section Managing Editor and served as a Chief Section Managing Editor in April 2025. Currently, she is one of MDPI's Regional Engagement Editors for the Asia–Pacific region. |
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Dr. Juthathip Poofery holds a PhD in biochemistry from the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Thailand. She began working at MDPI in 2021 as an Assistant Editor for Medicina and advanced to the position of Section Managing Editor in 2022. Since 2023, Dr. Poofery has been serving as the Group Leader of the Medical Science Section, where she oversees editorial operations and contributes to the advancement of research in the field. She currently works as a Regional Engagement Editor for the Asia–Pacific region.
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Dr. Krit Inthajak obtained his PhD in engineering and technology from Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University. He joined MDPI in March 2020 as an Assistant Editor for Molecules. He was appointed as a Section Managing Editor in 2021 and worked as a Group Leader from 2021 to 2024. He is now one of MDPI's Regional Engagement Editors for the Asia–Pacific region. |
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Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana obtained her master’s degree in food science and biotechnology from Teesside University. She joined MDPI in December 2020 as an Assistant Editor for the Journal of Imaging. She was appointed as a Section Managing Editor in March 2023 and a Regional Engagement Editor for the Asia–Pacific region in July 2024. |
1 June 2026
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO’s Letter #35 – 30 Years of Open Science, Open Access Policies, Spain Summit, MMCS 2026 & Antibiotics 2026
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
30 Years of Open Science, Built Together
This month, we officially launched MDPI’s 30th Anniversary campaign and dedicated anniversary website, marking an important milestone in our journey as an open access publisher. What began in 1996 with a single journal and the simple belief that scientific knowledge should be shared openly and freely has grown into a global publishing organization supporting more than 500 journals, 68,000 Editorial Board Members, and millions of researchers worldwide.
The anniversary page, entitled 30 Years of Open Science, Built Together, reflects on the people, milestones, and partnerships that have shaped MDPI over the past three decades. It includes a retrospective of our development, key moments in the evolution of open access, landmark research articles, journal anniversaries, an interview with the CEO, and perspectives from colleagues and partners who have contributed to our success.
Looking back, one of the most striking aspects of our journey is not simply our growth, but the broader transformation of scholarly publishing itself.
Open access has moved from a niche concept to a widely adopted publishing model, helping make research more accessible, discoverable, and impactful for researchers, institutions, policymakers, and society.
MDPI has been part of this transition and continues to invest in the people, technology, partnerships, and research integrity infrastructure needed to support high-quality open science at scale.
While anniversaries naturally encourage reflection, they are also an opportunity to look ahead. The challenges facing scholarly publishing today, including research integrity, artificial intelligence, accessibility, and global participation in science, will require continued collaboration across the research ecosystem. As we celebrate 30 years of publishing, our focus remains on supporting researchers, strengthening trust in open science, and helping shape the future of scholarly communication together.
I encourage you to visit the anniversary page, explore the milestones, and take a moment to reflect on the role each of us has played in contributing to MDPI’s story.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
Impactful Research
Highlights from MMCS 2026 in Beijing (14-17 May)
From 14–17 May, MDPI hosted The 5th Molecules Medicinal Chemistry Symposium (MMCS 2026) in Beijing, China, bringing together academia and industry to explore advances in chemical biology, medicinal chemistry, and drug discovery.
The conference hosted more than 230 attendees from 37 countries and regions, alongside 257 submissions and 145 accepted abstracts. With a significant increase in attendance – up by 100 participants compared with the previous edition – the popularity of MMCS continues to grow in terms of its international profile and scientific relevance within this rapidly evolving field.
The scientific program covered seven themes:
- Chemical Biology for Drug Discovery
- Medicinal Chemistry Research Progress
- Natural Products in Drug Discovery
- AI-enabled Drug Discovery
- GPCR & Ion Channel Targeted Drug Development
- Innovative Proximity-Based Drug Modalities
- Biocatalysis for Natural Product & Drug Synthesis
The event featured three plenary speakers, 14 keynote speakers, 35 selected oral presentations, and 98 poster presentations, creating opportunities for open scientific exchange and collaboration. Conference Chair Prof. Dr. Diego Muñoz-Torrero described this edition as one of the most successful MMCS events to date.
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Thanks to our Sponsors
MMCS 2026 secured sponsorship support from 12 industrial partners, 11 of which set up on-site exhibition booths. Covering biopharmaceutical R&D, life science supplies, pharmaceutical experimental instruments, and industrial service sectors, exhibitors were able to connect their businesses directly with attendees and make connections at the conference.
30th Anniversary Celebration of Molecules
During the conference, we also celebrated the 30th anniversary of Molecules, one of MDPI’s flagship journals. The celebration brought together Section Editors-in-Chief, Editorial Board Members, MDPI leadership, and editorial colleagues to reflect on the journal’s development, achievements, and continued future growth.
Events such as MMCS 2026 highlight the important role conferences play in creating scientific exchange and collaboration, and in connecting our research communities in person.
They also reflect the continued development of MDPI’s conference portfolio and our commitment to supporting academic engagement beyond publishing alone. Thanks to everyone involved in organizing and contributing to the success of this event.
Inside MDPI
Open Access Policies Continue to Accelerate Globally
One of the clearest indicators of the continued momentum behind open access is the growing number of national and institutional policies supporting, and increasingly requiring, open dissemination of research.
Around the world, governments, funding agencies, and universities are building their open access mandates, with increasing focus on transparency, rights retention, and public accessibility of publicly funded research. While these policies vary across regions, the broader direction is clear: expectations around openness and compliance continue to accelerate.
For researchers, navigating these evolving requirements can be complex and time-consuming. Supporting the research community therefore means not only publishing high-quality open access content but also helping stakeholders better understand changing requirements and emerging opportunities. At MDPI, we see this as an important part of our role within scholarly communication.
“Expectations around openness and compliance continue to accelerate”
Through the MDPI Blog, our Content team continues to publish monthly articles overviewing different countries’ relationships with open access, exploring their histories, policies, opportunities, and statistics. All this information is centralized into an article which contains brief summaries of each country, with links to all the full articles, and is updated monthly.
Recent Policy Developments
South Africa
In 2026, South Africa’s Department of Science and Innovation introduced the South African Open Science Policy. The policy states that: “Open access shall be required for publications arising from publicly funded research, and desirable for research from all sources of funding.”
The policy envisions a coordinated and broad approach to open science that will sustainably and ethically drive socio-economic development by increasing the practice of open science through policy, training, incentivization, and infrastructure.
Canada
In Canada, the Tri-Agency OA Policy on Publications was revised, removing the 12-month embargo for research that must be deposited in a repository with an open license and with author rights retained.
The Agencies argue that “societal advancement is made possible through widespread and barrier-free access to cutting-edge research and knowledge.”
Chile
Chile is a collaborative and engaged member of the global open access movement.
The National Research and Development Agency (Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo, or ANID) is Chile’s main funding agency for R&D. It mandates that all beneficiaries must deposit the final version of their published scientific output, with an embargo period of up to 12 months, into a repository.
ANID also supports the InES Open Science funding program, which allows universities to request funding for capacity and infrastructure building. Further, Chile is an active participant in various international initiatives, such as Redalyc, SciELO, and Red de Repositorios Latinoamericanos.
Openness Beyond Research
At MDPI, openness remains one of our core values, ensuring that research outputs are freely accessible to anyone. This commitment also extends to sharing knowledge about the scholarly publishing landscape itself, which we practice on the MDPI Blog through various topics, including open access, recent advances in science, and opportunities for researchers.
As the open access landscape continues to evolve, helping researchers, institutions, editors, and partners navigate these changes will remain an important priority for us.
Thank You
I would like to thank Jack McKenna (Senior Content Specialist, MDPI) from our Content team for his ongoing work on the MDPI Blog series covering global open access policy developments. Initiatives such as this help make complex policy discussions more accessible and useful to the wider research community.
Coming Together for Science
Reflections from the MDPI Spain Summit 2026 in Valencia (21 May)
On 21 May, we hosted the MDPI Spain Summit 2026 in Valencia.
The Summit brought together 30 Editorial Board Members and MDPI colleagues for a discussions on the future of publishing, research integrity, peer review, artificial intelligence, and the evolving research landscape in Spain.
We hosted participants from leading Spanish institutions and spoke on the importance of Spain as a major contributor to global open access (OA) research. In 2025 alone, Spain ranked among the leading countries worldwide for OA publishing, with more than 85% of publications made openly accessible. MDPI also continues to play a significant role within the Spanish research ecosystem.
MDPI in Spain
Spain remains one of MDPI's most important academic markets and a leading contributor to OA research globally. Ever since our Barcelona office opened in 2016 (Happy 10th Anniversary!), MDPI Spain has been actively supporting researchers, institutions, societies, and academic partners across the country. Today, the office plays an important role in creating engagement with the Spanish scholarly community through editorial support, partnerships, conferences, training initiatives, and outreach activities.
A cluster of high-level indicators highlight both the strength of the local research ecosystem and MDPI’s role within it:
- 43,218 total publications in Spain in 2025, of which 35,728 (83%) were open access (49% Gold OA).
- 211,200+ total publications (2021–2025), with 84% published open access.
- 13,444 MDPI publications from Spanish institutions in 2025, representing 14% of all open access publications in Spain.
- More than115,100 MDPI publications from Spanish institutions since 1996.
- More than 4,500 Editorial Board Members from Spain, including more than 150 Chief Editors and 57 Associate Editors.
- 42 institutional partners participating in MDPI’s Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP).
- Spain ranks second globally for MDPI society affiliations, with 26 affiliated society agreements currently in place.
Program Overview
What made this summit special was the openness of the discussions around the research landscape in Spain and the role MDPI plays within the market. General topics of the presentations included:
- MDPI Introduction – Stefan Tochev (CEO).
- Engagement with the Academic Community – Dr. Marta Colomer (External Affairs Lead).
- Latest Developments in the Editorial Process – Dr. Jordi Martinez (Deputy Managing Editor).
- Research integrity and Publication Ethics – Slavomir Nikodijevic (Research Integrity Specialist).
- A 360 View of Academic Publishing – Prof. Dr. Luis Angel Ruiz Fernandez (EBM of Remote Sensing).
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Panel Discussion
We also hosted a panel discussion moderated by Marta, entitled “The Future of Academic Publishing” with Prof. Luis Ruiz, Prof. Marta Feliz (EBM of the journal Catalysts), Dr. Enric Sayas (Product Owner, AI & Technology Innovation), and myself. The discussion looked at the evolving role of editors, the future of peer review, and the growing importance of maintaining trust, ethics, and research integrity in an era increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence.
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Themes from the Summit
Several themes emerged throughout the discussions, reflecting broader conversations taking place across publishing:
- The academic community values efficient publishing workflows, but expectations around scientific quality and editorial rigor continue to rise.
- Reviewer fatigue and long-term sustainability of peer review remain major challenges across the industry.
- AI is rapidly changing scholarly communication and requires transparent and responsible governance.
- Reputation and trust continue to depend on long-term engagement, transparency, and quality-focused decision-making.
“Maintaining an open dialogue with researchers, editors, reviewers, and institutions remains a priority for MDPI”
It was constructive to see the willingness of participants to engage directly and candidly with us. These conversations provide insights that help inform how we continue to develop our editorial processes, engagement activities, and support for the research community. While certain discussions included concerns, there was also recognition that open dialogue between publishers and the research community is essential if we want to improve scholarly communication together.
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Events such as this are increasingly important for MDPI. They allow us to present our perspective, to listen to the experiences, expectations, and concerns of editors, reviewers, and researchers, and to address these accordingly.
Thank You
Thank you to our Barcelona Office and all colleagues involved in organizing the summit, as well as all participants for contributing to these thoughtful and constructive discussions.
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As publishing continues to evolve, maintaining an open dialogue with researchers, editors, reviewers, and institutions remains an important priority for MDPI. Events such as the Spain Summit play an important role in helping us to build relationships, foster trust, and better understand the needs of our community.
Closing Thoughts
Highlights from Antibiotics 2026 in Barcelona (11–14 May)
This week, MDPI hosted the Antibiotics 2026 — Advances in Antimicrobial Action and Resistance conference in Barcelona, bringing together academics and industry experts to discuss one of the most important scientific and public health challenges of our time: antimicrobial resistance.
The conference welcomed 145 attendees from 42 different countries and territories, alongside 265 submissions and 127 accepted abstracts, showing the international reach of the event and the strong scientific interest in this rapidly evolving field.
Scientific Exchange on a Global Challenge
Antimicrobial resistance continues to be a global concern, creating collaboration across disciplines, institutions, and regions. The conference program focused on a range of topics including:
- Antimicrobial resistance mechanisms
- One Health approaches to antimicrobial stewardship
- Discovery of novel antimicrobial agents
- Innovation in clinical strategies and treatment approaches
- Ethnopharmacology and emerging therapies
Through keynote plenaries, invited lectures, oral presentations, and poster sessions, the conference created a platform for dialogue and scientific exchange.
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International Participation and Collaboration
One of the highlights of the event was the diversity of participation across both geography and expertise. Researchers and speakers from Europe, North America, Asia, Africa, Australia, and Latin America took part in discussions throughout the conference, highlighting the global nature of both the challenge and the scientific response.
The scientific program included:
- 2 keynote speakers
- 10 invited speakers
- 36 selected talks
- 78 posters
The conference brought together perspectives from academia, healthcare, and industry, helping facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration around future approaches to antimicrobial research and resistance management.
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The Role of Conferences in Scholarly Communication
Conferences are an important platform for collaboration, scientific exchange, and community-building. Events such as Antibiotics 2026 show the value of bringing researchers together in person to discuss emerging challenges, share new findings, and strengthen international networks across disciplines and regions.
Thank You
I would like to thank the conference chairs, speakers, participants, sponsors, and the entire MDPI conference team for their work in making this event a success. The engagement and positive feedback from attendees highlight the importance of our events in addressing some of the most pressing scientific challenges facing society today.
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG
26 May 2026
MDPI Canada & USA | Summary of an MDPI Subject Workshop—Cutting-Edge Advances in Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy: From Basic Science to Clinical Impact
On 8 May 2026, MDPI Canada & USA welcomed over 40 researchers, clinicians, and oncology professionals to our Subject Workshop, “Cutting-Edge Advances in Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy: From Basic Science to Clinical Impact”, held at the HSC Conference Center in Los Angeles, California.
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Our workshop host, Bob Vrooman, Head of Business Development at MDPI USA, opened the event and emphasized the importance of advancing cancer care. He introduced the workshop chair, Dr. W. Martin Kast, highlighting his achievements in immunology and cancer research. |
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Dr. W. Martin Kast welcomed attendees, emphasizing the transformative impact of cancer immunotherapy and the challenges that remain. |
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Then, MDPI Canada & USA’s Operating Director, Elvis Wang, emphasized the company's core values of transparency, service, and integrity. Furthermore, he explained the importance of collaboration in scientific research. |
The day’s presentations were full of exciting discussion as ten speakers discussed their research findings. These presenters included Dr. Abhinava Mishra, Dr. Alan L. Epstein, Dr. De-Chen Lin, Dr. Casey O’Connell, Dr. Henry K. Wong, Dr. Hossein Jadvar, Dr. Kawaljit Kaur, Dr. Lili Yang, Dr. W. Martin Kast, and Dr. Sonia Sharma.
The presentations included topics such as immune checkpoint blockade therapy, CAR-T and CAR-macrophage therapies, and the role of NK cells in cancer therapy. Furthermore, presentations focused on how epigenetic mutations reshape T-cell behavior.
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The second half of the day included presentations covering imaging treatment response criteria and multimodal single-cell analysis. Further presentations focused on the treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphomas (CTCLs) and the development of therapeutic vaccines to treat HPV-associated cancers.
Dr. Sheridan Baker, a representative of MDPI, covered MDPI's role in supporting open science and MDPI’s publishing trends in oncology. His presentation allowed audience members to further understand how MDPI can support researchers working within a variety of research areas.
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During the day’s proceedings, multiple Q&A sessions were held, allowing valuable engagement between speakers and attendees. These sessions were a highlight of the event and helped build a platform for meaningful scientific exchange.
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Looking Ahead
The MDPI 2026 LA Subject Workshop “Cutting-Edge Advances in Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy: From Basic Science to Clinical Impact” was a successful collaboration between MDPI and local academics. We are thankful to all attendees for their part in making this event possible and for contributing to its success.
We have received positive feedback regarding this event and look forward to continuing to host these Subject Workshops. For more updates regarding this event and other upcoming workshops, follow MDPI Canada on LinkedIn.
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26 May 2026
Meet Us at the KMB 2026 53rd Annual Meeting and International Symposium, 24–26 June 2026, Gyeongju, Republic of Korea
21 May 2026
Empowering Academic Growth with MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop at Chiang Mai University, 5 June 2026
We are excited to announce the MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop, which will be hosted in partnership with Chiang Mai University. This collaboration reflects a mutual commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research that responds to global sustainability challenges through innovative approaches, cross-sector collaboration, and transformative solutions.
Designed with early-career researchers and innovators in mind, the workshop will provide practical skills to assist participants in increasing the impact of their scholarly work and building meaningful international connections.
Date: 5 June 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Lecture Room 0410, 4th Floor, The Multidisciplinary Building, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University
Language: Thai
Registration: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6R2WDF5
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Apichat Tantraworasin, Head of the Clinical Epidemiology and Clinical Statistics Center and Associate Dean for Postgraduate Affairs at the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University |
Opening Speech |
9:30–9:40 a.m. |
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Mr. Pongsakorn Vithayanon |
MDPI and Journal Introduction |
9:40–10:00 a.m. |
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Dr. Juthathip Poofery |
How to Write Scientific Papers in English |
10:00–10:40 a.m. |
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Q&A Session |
10:40–10:50 a.m. |
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Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana |
How to Respond to Peer Reviewers |
10:50–11:20 a.m. |
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Q&A Session |
11:20–11:30 a.m. |
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Ms. Ploy Assavajamroon |
Artificial Intelligence in Scientific Publishing |
11:30–11:50 a.m. |
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Q&A Session |
11:50 a.m.–12:00 p.m. |
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Lunch Break |
12:00–1:00 p.m. |
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Dr. Siriporn Tantiwatcharothai |
Publication Ethics for Authors |
1:00–1:30 p.m. |
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Q&A Session |
1:30–1:40 p.m. |
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Ms. Pratthana Kruekantha |
How to Make Good Figures for Scientific Papers |
1:40–2:10 p.m. |
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Q&A Session |
2:10–2:20 p.m. |
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Ms. Pratthana Kruekantha |
How to Design Tables in Scientific Papers |
2:20–2:50 p.m. |
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Q&A Session |
2:50–3:00 p.m.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Apichat Tantraworasin is an Associate Professor of surgery, currently serving as Head of the Clinical Epidemiology and Clinical Statistics Center and Associate Dean for Postgraduate Affairs at the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University. |
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Mr. Pongsakorn Vithayanon obtained his master’s degree in food biotechnology from The Faculty of Biotechnology, Assumption University. He joined MDPI in February 2023 as an Assistant Editor for International Journal of Molecular Sciences (IJMS). He was appointed as a Section Managing Editor in 2024 and worked as a Group Leader from 2024 to present. He is now one of MDPI’s Deputy Managing Editor for the Editorial Office of IJMS. |
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Dr. Juthathip Poofery holds a Ph.D. in biochemistry from the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Thailand. She began working at MDPI in 2021 as an Assistant Editor for Medicina and advanced to the position of Section Managing Editor in 2022. Since 2023, Dr. Poofery has been serving as the Group Leader of the Medical Science Section, where she oversees editorial operations and contributes to the advancement of research in the field. She currently works as a Regional Engagement Editor for the Asia–Pacific region. |
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Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana obtained her master’s degree in food science and biotechnology from Teesside University. She joined MDPI in December 2020 as an Assistant Editor for the Journal of Imaging. She was appointed as a Section Managing Editor in March 2023 and a Regional Engagement Editor for the Asia–Pacific region in July 2024. |
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Ms. Ploy Assavajamroon obtained her master’s degree in chemistry from Thammasat University, Thailand, in 2020 and joined MDPI as an Assistant Editor for the journal Crystals in the same year. She became a Section Managing Editor in 2021 and a Group Leader in 2022. She is currently one of MDPI’s Regional Engagement Editors for the Asia–Pacific region. |
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Dr. Siriporn Tantiwatcharothai obtained her Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry from the Faculty of Science, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang. She joined MDPI in December 2022 as an Assistant Editor for Catalysts. In 2024, she was promoted to Section Managing Editor, and served as a Chief Section Managing Editor in April 2025. Currently, she is one of MDPI's Regional Engagement Editors for the Asia–Pacific region. |
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Ms. Pratthana Kruekantha is a chemistry graduate from Chiang Mai University and has been with MDPI since June 2022. Now a Proofreading Editor, she has built a solid production foundation across roles including Final Checker, Cross Checker, and LaTeX Editor. A certified Layout and Conversion Tutor, she also served as a Training Assistant for one year, actively supporting the Production Department’s learning and development initiatives. |
