Announcements

MDPI is pleased to announce our participation in the 63rd ERA Congress, which will be held from 3 to 6 June 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland, UK.

The 63rd ERA Congress will revolve around the theme of “Open your mind”. The seven main tracks can be explored via the following link: https://www.era-online.org/events/glasgow-2026/scientific-programme/.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

• Biomedicines;
• Journal of Clinical Medicine;
• Kidney and Dialysis;
• Cells;
• Anesthesia Research;
• Toxins;
• Diseases;
• Clinics and Practice;
• Diabetology;
• Transplantology;
• Medical Sciences;
• Journal of Molecular Pathology.

If you are attending 63rd ERA Congress, we invite you to visit us at our booth #D.250. Our representatives will be available to discuss publishing opportunities, the benefits of open access, and answer any questions that you may have.

For more information about the conference, please visit its official website at https://www.era-online.org/events/glasgow-2026/.

Our portfolio of journals available for publishing up-to-date research in immediate open access format has been further expanded. In the first quarter of 2026, nine new journals released their inaugural issues and three transferred journals released their first issue as part of MDPI, covering the subjects of clinical medicine, chemistry, computer science & mathematics, engineering, environment & ecology, and social sciences & psychology.

We extend our gratitude to the Editors-in-Chief, Associate Editors, and Editorial Board Members who will shape the future course of these brand-new journals. Each journal is dedicated to upholding strong editorial standards through a thorough peer review process, ensuring impactful open access scholarship.

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

We would like to thank everyone who has supported the development of open access publishing. If you would like to create a new journal, you are welcome to send an application here or contact the New Journal Committee (newjournal-committee@mdpi.com).

It is our pleasure to welcome you to this webinar, which will focus on recent advancements in the diagnostic evaluation of ANOCA (Angina with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries) and INOCA (Ischaemia with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries). We are privileged to convene a panel of leading specialists who will present the latest scientific developments in both invasive and non-invasive diagnostic methodologies, with the objective of delineating the diverse endotypes associated with ANOCA and INOCA.

Our program will extend beyond the investigation of coronary microvascular dysfunction, incorporating an analysis of coronary vasoreactivity and its influence on both the epicardial and microvascular compartments. We will examine the physiological mechanisms underpinning coronary microcirculation and the associated pathophysiological processes. Additionally, the session will feature patient-reported experiences regarding their diagnostic pathways, providing critical insight into the often complex and multifaceted nature of disease recognition.

Throughout the webinar, distinguished experts representing the principal cardiovascular imaging modalities will critically evaluate the advantages and limitations of PET-CT, Cardiac MRI perfusion, and advanced stress echocardiography. These modalities will be considered in their capacity as supplementary non-invasive diagnostic tools, in conjunction with the gold standard of invasive functional coronary assessment, thereby enhancing the precision and scope of ANOCA/INOCA diagnosis.

We trust that this webinar will offer an enriching educational experience, equipping attendees with a deeper understanding of the pathophysiology and diagnostic challenges faced by patients. By streamlining diagnostic testing, we aim to promote early diagnosis and appropriate management, improving outcomes for those affected by these complex conditions.

Thank you for joining us, and we look forward to a stimulating and informative discussion.

Date: 29 April 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m. CEST | 2:00 p.m. BST | 9:00 a.m. EDT.
Register in advance at the following link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4717731495620/WN_6IqRg8JvS2GtSN24SZHKYw
Webinar ID: 884 9857 0139
Webinar Secretariat: journal.webinar@mdpi.com
Webinar announcement: https://sciforum.net/event/JCM-22

Register now for free!

Program:

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

Unable to attend? Feel free to still register; we will inform you when the recording is available.

Webinar Chair and Keynote Speakers:

• Prof. Dr. Attila Kardos, ¹ Department of Cardiology, Translational Cardiovascular Research Group, Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, United Kingdom; ² Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Buckingham, Buckingham, United Kingdom;
• Prof. Dr. Juan Carlos Kaski, St George’s, University of London, London, United Kingdom;
• Ms. Maria George, INOCA International, United Kingdom;
• Dr. Giovanni Luigi De Maria, Oxford University Hospital, Oxford, United Kingdom;
• Prof. Roxy Senior, Royal Brompton Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom;
• Prof. Dr. Chiara Bucciarelli-Ducci, Royal Brompton Hospital, London, United Kingdom;
• Prof. Dr. Alessia Gimelli, Gabriele Monasterio Foundation, Pisa, Italy.

Relevant Special Issue:
“Coronary Artery Disease: Recent Developments and Emerging Trends”
Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Attila Kardos and Dr. Tarun Mittal
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2026

Kidney diseases and urinary system disorders both have a serious impact on human health, but emerging diagnostic and treatment strategies offer new hope for overcoming these conditions. We are pleased to introduce several selected highly cited papers and hot topic Special Issues in the “Nephrology & Urology” Section of the Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383). These papers, published in 2024 and 2025, have garnered considerable attention in the field, with many citations. The “Nephrology & Urology” Section covers various subject areas, including (but not limited to) the following:

• Acid/base and electrolyte disorders;
• Acute kidney injury;
• Chronic kidney disease;
• Diabetic kidney disease;
• Genetics;
• Glomerular diseases;
• Tubulointerstitial diseases.

We welcome everyone to follow our section and explore topics that may be of interest to you. For more details about this section and access to its latest publications, please visit https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jcm/sections/Nephrology_Urology. To enrich the academic content of this Section and advance frontier research, we welcome Special Issue proposals.

1. “Urological Guidelines for Kidney Stones: Overview and Comprehensive Update”
by Mahir Akram, Victoria Jahrreiss, Andreas Skolarikos, Robert Geraghty, Lazaros Tzelves, Esteban Emilliani, Niall F. Davis and Bhaskar K. Somani
J. Clin. Med.2024, 13(4), 1114; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13041114
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/4/1114

2. “Risk Factors of Chronic Kidney Disease Progression: Between Old and New Concepts”
by Francesca Mallamaci and Giovanni Tripepi
J. Clin. Med.2024, 13(3), 678; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13030678
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/3/678

3. “Fibrosis in Chronic Kidney Disease: Pathophysiology and Therapeutic Targets”
by Allison B. Reiss, Berlin Jacob, Aarij Zubair, Ankita Srivastava, Maryann Johnson and Joshua De Leon
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(7), 1881; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13071881
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/7/1881

4. “Treatment of Acute Kidney Injury: A Review of Current Approaches and Emerging Innovations”
by Christina Tamargo, Mohamad Hanouneh and C. Elena Cervantes
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(9), 2455; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13092455
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/9/2455

5. “Understanding the Role of Sex Hormones in Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic Syndrome: Toward Personalized Therapeutic Approaches”
by Mustafa Guldan, Selen Unlu, Sama Mahmoud Abdel-Rahman, Laşin Ozbek, Abduzhappar Gaipov, Andreea Covic, Maria José Soler, Adrian Covic and Mehmet Kanbay
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(15), 4354; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13154354
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/15/4354

6. “Role of Uremic Toxins in Vascular Inflammation Associated with Chronic Kidney Disease”
by Rania Chermiti, Stéphane Burtey and Laetitia Dou
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(23), 7149; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13237149
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/23/7149

7. “An Update on Current Therapeutic Options in IgA Nephropathy”
by Regina Shaoying Lim, See Cheng Yeo, Jonathan Barratt and Dana V. Rizk
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(4), 947; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13040947
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/4/947

8. “Chronic Kidney Disease in the Older Adult Patient with Diabetes”
by Raja Ravender, Maria-Eleni Roumelioti, Darren W. Schmidt, Mark L. Unruh and Christos Argyropoulos
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(2), 348; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13020348
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13/2/348

9. “Mechanisms, Biomarkers, and Treatment Approaches for Diabetic Kidney Disease: Current Insights and Future Perspectives”
by Jean Paule Joumaa, Angela Raffoul, Charbel Sarkis, Elizabeth Chatrieh, Sally Zaidan, Philippe Attieh, Frederic Harb, Sami Azar and Hilda E. Ghadieh
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(3), 727; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14030727
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/3/727

10. “Membranous Nephropathy”
by Claudio Ponticelli
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(3), 761; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14030761
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/3/761

11. “High-Volume Hemodiafiltration Versus High-Flux Hemodialysis: A Narrative Review for the Clinician”
by Bernard Canaud, Giovanni Strippoli and Andrew Davenport
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(8), 2614; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14082614
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/8/2614

12. “Asymmetric Dimethylarginine (ADMA) as a Novel Risk Factor for Progression of Coronary Artery Calcification in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease”
by Shuzo Kobayashi, Takayasu Ohtake, Yasuhiro Mochida, Kunihiro Ishioka, Machiko Oka, Kyoko Maesato, Hidekazu Moriya and Sumi Hidaka
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(4), 1051; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14041051
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/4/1051

13. “Maintenance Immunosuppression in Kidney Transplantation: A Review of the Current Status and Future Directions”
by Muhammad Ali Khan, Alessandra Hanna, Srilekha Sridhara, Harshad Chaudhari, Hay Me Me, Rose Mary Attieh and Bassam G. Abu Jawdeh
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(6), 1821; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14061821
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/6/1821

14. “Modern Conservative Management Strategies for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: A Systematic Review”
Aida Petca, Andreea Fotă, Răzvan-Cosmin Petca and Ioana Cristina Rotar 
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(10), 3268; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14103268
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/10/3268

15. “The Impact of Dialysis Duration on Multidimensional Health Outcomes: A Cross-Sectional Study”
by Leszek Sułkowski, Andrzej Matyja and Maciej Matyja
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(2), 376; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14020376
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/2/376

16. “Open vs. Robot-Assisted Artificial Urinary Sphincter Implantation in Women with Stress Urinary Incontinence: A Multicenter Comparative Study”
by Alexandre Dubois, Grégoire Capon, Olivier Belas, Adrien Vidart, Andrea Manunta, Juliette Hascoet, Lucas Freton, Frederic Thibault, Vincent Cardot, Frédéric Dubois et al.
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(1), 284; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14010284
Full text available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/1/284

Special Issues:
“Beyond the Kidney: Managing Chronic Kidney Disease in the Era of Cardio-Metabolic-Kidney Syndrome” Guest Editors: Dr. Maria Amicone and Prof. Dr. Antonio Pisani Submission deadline: 20 July 2026	“Clinical Management of Patients Before and After Kidney Transplantation” Guest Editor: Dr. Izabela Zakrocka Submission deadline: 20 July 2026
“Recent Clinical Advances in Reconstructive Urology and Prosthetic Surgery” Guest Editors: Dr. Elisa Berdondini and Dr. Esaú Fenández-Pascual Submission deadline: 25 July 2026	“State of the Art in Bladder Cancer: Diagnostics and Treatment Strategies” Guest Editor: Prof. Dr. Angelo Porreca Submission deadline: 20 August 2026

We are pleased to announce the winners of the Journal of Clinical Medicine 2025 Outstanding Reviewer Award. The Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383) Editorial Board and editorial team would like to gratefully acknowledge the time and energy dedicated by reviewers in checking the manuscripts submitted to the Journal of Clinical Medicine. It is due to their efforts that the high quality and rapid turnaround times of the journal are maintained.

Prize:

• CHF 500;
• A free voucher for article processing fees valid for one year;
• An electronic certificate.

Winners:
Name: Dr. Amritlal Mandal
Affiliation: The University of Arizona, USA

Name: Dr. Jorge Gutiérrez-Cuevas
Affiliation: University of Guadalajara, Mexico

Name: Dr. Domenik Popp
Affiliation: Medical University Vienna, Austria

Name: Dr. Giuseppe Basile
Affiliation: IRCCS Orthopedic Institute Galeazzi, Italy

Name: Dr. Carlo Lavalle
Affiliation: Sapienza University of Rome, Italy

Journal of Clinical Medicine Editorial Office

Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM, ISSN: 2077-0383) publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. We invite you to explore the Special Issues Reprints listed below, published in 2024 and 2025, with each Special Issue containing more than eight papers. The topics covered are not limited to cardiac imaging, chronic pain, inflammatory bowel disease, rheumatoid arthritis, heart failure, thyroid disease, and mental health. These Special Issues have attracted attention and achieved a high average rate of citations for their articles. We also invite you to follow the new editions of these Special Issues and other new Special Issues focused on similar topics. Furthermore, you can read more Special Issues Reprints published by JCM here.

In addition, the Journal Reprints service is exclusively available to Guest Editors of MDPI journals. A minimum of 8 published papers (excluding Editorials) is required for this service. Reprints are distributed globally and indexed in international databases. To explore more details, click here.

	1. “What We See through Cardiac Imaging” Guest Editors: Dr. Valeria Pergola and Dr. Martina Perazzolo Marra ISBN 978-3-7258-5811-8 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-5812-5 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-5812-5 Available online:  https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/11909-what-we-see-through-cardiac-imaging
	2. “Clinical Management of Chronic Pain” Guest Editor: Dr. Mariateresa Giglio ISBN 978-3-7258-2443-4 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-2444-1 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-2444-1 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/10082-clinical-management-of-chronic-pain
	3. “Inflammatory Bowel Disease: From Diagnosis to Treatment” Guest Editors: Dr. Laura Maria Minordi and Dr. Daniela Pugliese ISBN 978-3-7258-4819-5 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-4820-1 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-4820-1 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/11840-inflammatory-bowel-disease
	4. “Management of Dyslipidaemias: Enhancing Lipid Modification to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk” Guest Editors: Dr. Daniel Gaudet and Dr. Etienne Khoury ISBN 978-3-7258-5623-7 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-5624-4 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-5624-4 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/11789-management-of-dyslipidaemias
	5. “New Advances in Optic Nerve Diseases” Guest Editor: Dr. Livio Vitiello ISBN 978-3-7258-5333-5 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-5334-2 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-5334-2 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/11621-new-advances-in-optic-nerve-diseases
	6. “Rheumatoid Arthritis: Current Status and Future Challenges” Guest Editor: Dr. Blanca Hernández-Cruz ISBN 978-3-7258-3195-1 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-3196-8 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-3196-8 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/10501-rheumatoid-arthritis
	7. “Clinical Management of Patients with Heart Failure” Guest Editors: Dr. Cristina Tudoran and Dr. Larisa Anghel ISBN 978-3-7258-3301-6 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-3302-3 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-3302-3 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/10579-clinical-management-of-patients-with-heart-failure
	8. “Clinical Updates on the Aortic Aneurysm and Aortic Dissection” Guest Editors: Dr. Benedikt Reutersberg and Dr. Matthias Trenner ISBN 978-3-7258-3103-6 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-3104-3 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-3104-3 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/10491-clinical-updates-on-the-aortic-aneurysm-and-aortic-dissection
	9. “Thyroid Disease: Updates from Diagnosis to Treatment” Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Luca Giovanella and Dr. Petra Petranović Ovčariček ISBN 978-3-7258-5865-1 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-5866-8 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-5866-8 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/11879-thyroid-disease
	10. “Effect of Long-Term Insomnia on Mental Health” Guest Editor: Dr. Aleksandra M. Rogowska ISBN 978-3-7258-4375-6 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-4376-3 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-4376-3 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/11093-effect-of-long-term-insomnia-on-mental-health
	11. “Clinical Risks and Perinatal Outcomes in Pregnancy and Childbirth” Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Apostolos Mamopoulos and Dr. Ioannis Tsakiridis ISBN 978-3-7258-3651-2 (Hardback) ISBN 978-3-7258-3652-9 (PDF) https://doi.org/10.3390/books978-3-7258-3652-9 Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/books/reprint/10691-clinical-risks-and-perinatal-outcomes-in-pregnancy-and-childbirth

MDPI is excited to announce its participation as an exhibitor at the 2026 American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, taking place in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, from 26 to 29 May 2026.

In 2026, ACSM’s Annual Meeting Spotlight will focus on the powerful convergence of Physical Activity, Exercise, and Technology. Technology transforms how physical activity is studied, prescribed, and experienced—from wearable devices and AI-driven interventions to virtual platforms and advanced diagnostics. This year’s spotlight will explore the intersection of basic, applied, and/or clinical science as it relates to the collective impact of physical activity, exercise, and technological advancement. Sessions in this track should reflect how innovations in technology enhance scientific understanding, clinical outcomes, performance, or population health. Through this spotlight, ACSM aims to highlight research and initiatives that are not only shaping the future of the field but also advancing its mission to extend and enrich lives through the power of movement.

The following open access journals will be represented at the conference:

• Sports;
• JFMK;
• Physiologia;
• Obesities;
• JCM;
• JAPMA;
• Diabetology;
• IJERPH;
• Antioxidants;
• Biomechanics.

If you are planning to attend this conference, please get in touch with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person at the booth and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit the following website: https://acsm.org/events-general/annual-meeting/exhibit-sponsor/.

Conference: 28th Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology Congress
Organization: APLAR Executive Committee and Korean College of Rheumatology
Date: 28 October–1 November 2026
Place: COEX Convention & Exhibition Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea

The APLAR Congress brings together world-class research and thought-leadership from rheumatologists, internists, orthopedic surgeons, clinical immunologists, physiatrists, physical and occupational therapists, pediatricians and researchers from allied disciplines on a common platform that facilitates deliberations on all aspects of musculoskeletal diseases. The theme of the APLAR 2026 Congress will be reflected through the scientific program, harnessing amazing recent growth in the number of high-quality abstract submissions, pairing these advancements with the strengths of a local program supported by luminaries from the Korean College of Rheumatology.

The following open access journals will be represented:

• Gout, Urate, and Crystal Deposition Disease (GUCDD);
• Medicina;
• Rheumato;
• Sclerosis;
• Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM);
• Diseases;
• Journal of Personalized Medicine (JPM);
• Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology (JFMK);
• Therapeutics;
• COVID.

If you attend this conference, please feel free to visit our booth. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions that you may have.

We are delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 Tu Youyou Award. Named after Nobel Laureate Tu Youyou, whose discovery of artemisinin has saved millions of lives, this award recognizes researchers whose work advances the fields of natural products chemistry and medicinal chemistry, while also contributing to human health.

Prize

– CHF 100,000;
– A medal;
– A certificate.

The monetary prize will be shared equally should there be multiple recipients.

Who May Be Nominated?

– Scientists with outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of natural products chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Nominees must be individuals; team or group nominations are not permitted. Nominations are valid only for the current award cycle.

Who May Submit a Nomination?

– The director of the nominee’s host research institution or recognized scientists within the field.

Self-nominations will not be considered.

Nomination Materials

– A biographical sketch;
– A detailed description of the nominee’s contributions;
– 5–10 representative academic publications;
– A list of academic honors, awards, and funded projects;
– A nomination letter signed by two nominators.

How to Submit?

Submit nominations online via the following link: https://tuyouyouprize.org/nomination

Important Dates

– Nomination Deadline: 31 October 2026
– Winner Announcement: March 2027

For further information, please visit the Tu Youyou Award website (https://tuyouyouprize.org/). For any inquiries, please contact the Tu Youyou Award Team at tuyouyouaward@mdpi.com.