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We are delighted to announce the MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop, organized in partnership with the School of Medicine, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand. This workshop reflects a shared commitment to promoting research excellence, advancing scholarly communication, and supporting academic publishing through international collaboration and open access dissemination.

As part of MDPI's ongoing dedication to researcher development, the workshop aims to improve academic writing skills, facilitate scholarly communication between authors and the Editorial Office, and guide researchers in selecting appropriate journals and Special Issues for publication. Participants will also gain practical insights into MDPI’s editorial and peer-review processes, responding effectively to reviewer comments, the responsible use of artificial intelligence in scientific publishing, and the preparation of high-quality scientific figures and tables. Designed specifically for young investigators, graduate students, international students, academic staff, potential authors, and Editorial Board Members, the workshop will provide practical knowledge to enhance the quality, visibility, and impact of scholarly research while fostering meaningful engagement with MDPI editors and publishing professionals.

Date: 19 August 2026
Time: 13:00–17:00
Location: Chor Pradu Meeting Room, 4th Floor, Building A, Walailak University Hospital
Language: Thai
Registration: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6R2WDF5

MDPI Speakers:
	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.
	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 Editor for the Asia–Pacific region.
	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
	Ms. Ploy Assavajamroon obtained her master’s degree in chemistry from Thammasat University 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 Editor for the Asia–Pacific region
	Ms. Chanita Thongchuea graduated from Burapha University in English for business communication. Since joining MDPI in September 2022, she has built a solid production background and serves as a Training Assistant, supporting department-wide training development. She is now a Team Leader, responsible for managing production workflows, fostering team growth, and ensuring high-quality publication standards.

MDPI was pleased to partner with Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University, on 24 June 2026 for a highly productive Academic Publishing Workshop dedicated to advancing academic publishing and scholarly communication. The event brought together the MDPI speaker team with faculty members, researchers, and students, who engaged closely with sessions covering scientific writing, journal selection, peer review, and the MDPI editorial process. This collaboration reflected a shared commitment to strengthening research capacity and academic excellence within the field of integrative and regenerative medicine.

The MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop at Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University, opened with a welcome address by Dr. Peerapong Kitupawong, Dean of CICM. In his opening remarks, he emphasized the importance of conducting high-quality research and publishing in reputable journals to advance scientific knowledge and maximize the impact of research findings. He also expressed his appreciation to the MDPI team for organizing the workshop and encouraged participants to make full use of the opportunity to strengthen their academic publishing skills.

The first session was presented by Dr. Siriporn Tantiwatcharothai, Regional Engagement Editor at the MDPI Bangkok Office. She provided an introduction to MDPI, shared insights into current trends in open access publishing, and presented an overview of Thammasat University’s publication profile. She also introduced several journals that may be of interest to the audience, including Medicina and the International Journal of Molecular Sciences (IJMS), highlighting them as valuable publication and reading platforms for researchers working in related fields.

The second session was presented by Dr. Sattrachai Prasopdee, Vice Dean for Research and Innovation, CICM, who shared practical insights into manuscript submission and journal selection. The session introduced the differences between open access, hybrid, and subscription-based publishing models and explained how researchers can evaluate journals using databases such as Scopus and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR). Participants also gained a better understanding of commonly used journal metrics, including CiteScore, journal h-index, and other indicators of research impact.

The third session was delivered by Dr. Chuntida Kamalashiran, who showcased her research experience in integrative medicine and highlighted current research trends, publication opportunities, and potential collaborations within the field. She also shared practical tips for creating high-quality scientific figures using AI-assisted tools and Canva, demonstrating how these resources can improve the visual presentation of research findings.

The fourth session, “How to Write Scientific Papers”, was presented by Dr. Juthathip Poofery, Editorial Team Leader and Regional Engagement Editor. The presentation outlined practical strategies for preparing a well-organized scientific manuscript, with guidance on developing compelling titles, writing informative abstracts, selecting appropriate keywords, and presenting research findings in a clear and logical manner. The importance of publication ethics, transparency, and complete manuscript reporting was also emphasized. The discussion session was highly interactive, with participants expressing particular interest in effective keyword selection to improve article visibility, the use of AI tools for English language polishing, MDPI's English editing services, and the availability of discounts for both article processing charges (APCs) and author services. These discussions provided researchers with practical insights into improving manuscript quality and navigating the publication process more effectively.

The fifth session was shared by Dr. Krit Inthajak, MDPI's Regional Engagement Editor, with the topic “MDPI Editorial Process and Peer Review Process”. This lesson emphasizes how MDPI, as a publisher, processes submitted manuscripts in detail; how we select reviewers to review manuscripts; and how we assure quality control for review reports before informing authors of the decision made. Scholars learned how our editorial team, especially Section Managing Editors and Assistant Editors, manage the manuscript processing workflow, as well as how they ensure fast processing times. Meanwhile, we explained how an Academic Editor's judgment remains the most important factor influencing the decision on whether to publish or reject a manuscript.

The sixth session, titled “How to Respond to Peer Reviewers”, was presented by Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana, a Regional Engagement Editor Specialist. She discussed the peer-review process at MDPI and guided attendees through how to revise a manuscript professionally. This session also included key revision preparation tips and explained how we can organize a response in an effective way. In conclusion, she encouraged the audience to remain positive, open-minded, and professional when replying to reviewers.

The workshop concluded with a closing session, during which participants reflected on the valuable knowledge and practical strategies shared throughout the day. Attendees remained actively engaged across all sessions, with particularly lively discussions on manuscript preparation, publication ethics, journal selection, the use of AI tools in academic writing, and the peer-review process. The workshop highlighted the shared commitment of MDPI, Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University, and collaborating institutions to supporting high-quality research and strengthening scholarly communication. By fostering knowledge exchange and providing practical guidance on academic publishing, the event not only enhanced participants' confidence in navigating the publication process but also reinforced the collaborative partnership between MDPI and the participating institutions, laying a strong foundation for future academic cooperation and research excellence.

Our portfolio of journals available for publishing up-to-date research in immediate open access format has been further expanded. In June 2026, eleven new journals released their inaugural issues and two transferred journals released their first issue as part of MDPI, covering the subjects of environmental & earth sciences, chemistry & materials science, public health & healthcare, engineering, medicine & pharmacology, and biology & life sciences. 

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

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

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).

Peer review is the invisible foundation of academic progress. The 2025 MDPI Top Reviewers are some of the key experts who helped build it.

We are honored to recognize 1000 individuals from our global community of 210,000 reviewers across 67 countries and territories—chosen for their commitment to rigorous, constructive peer review and the consistency of their contributions throughout 2025.

The Top Reviewers provided constructive and impartial feedback that makes research stronger and more impactful, and we are grateful for it.

The names of these reviewers are listed below in alphabetical order by first name:

(Note: we respected all privacy preferences, with part of nominees opting for limited attribution.)

Conference: CED/NOF-IADR 2026 Oral Health Research Congress
Organization: CED-IADR, the Scandinavian division (NOF) of IADR
Date: 3–5 September 2026
Place: Lisbon, Portugal

The CED/NOF-IADR is the largest multi-disciplinary scientific meeting in dental research and offers an unparalleled platform for dental researchers, practitioners, and academics to connect, collaborate, and discover the latest breakthroughs while enjoying exceptional networking opportunities. The congress will cover several critical scientific themes, including AI implementation in endodontics, advanced periodontology, and complex direct restorations. Furthermore, the program will delve into systemic and preventative health, evidence-based fluoride communication, the latest diagnostics in biomaterials and volumetric imaging, and dedicated “Young CED-IADR” sessions to empower early career researchers.

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

• Oral;
• Dentistry Journal;
• Prosthesis;
• Hygiene;
• Journal of Clinical Medicine (JCM);
• Journal of Aesthetic Medicine (J. Aesthetic Med.);
• Medicina;
• International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (IJERPH);
• Clinics and Practice;
• Applied Sciences;
• Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction (CMTR).

If you are planning to attend the above 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.

A range of MDPI journals will be attending International Congress Center Messe München in Munich, Germany from 28 to 31 August 2026.

Furthermore, 2026 marks MDPI’s third year of partnering with ESC Congress. Centered on the theme “Spotlight on Artificial Intelligence”, the conference explores AI as an auxiliary clinical tool that improves accuracy, workflow speed and patient safety. More than 32,000 delegates joined last year’s event, and MDPI secured 122 valuable contacts on-site.

The following open access journals will be represented at the ESC Congress 2026:

• JCDD;
• JCM;
• Antioxidants;
• Cardiogenetics;
• Cardiovascular Medicine;
• Hearts;
• IJERPH;
• Medicina;
• AI;
• Biomedicines;
• Clinics and Practice;
• EJIHPE;
• JPM;
• JVD;
• Tomography.

If you are planning to attend the above conference, please do not hesitate to drop by our booth and start a conversation with us; we look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit https://www.escardio.org/Congresses-Events/ESC-Congress# or contact the Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease Editorial Office at jcdd@mdpi.com.

We would like to share some highly cited papers from the “Cardiology” Section of Medicina (ISSN 1648-9144) published in 2024 and 2025, which you are welcome to read. You can also find the journal’s latest publications via the following link: https://www.mdpi.com/search?journal=medicina&section=1116.

Additionally, some Special Issues in the “Cardiology” Section are currently open for submission. The following is a list of articles and Special Issues that we believe may be of interest to you:

1. “The Clinical Applications of Left Atrial Strain: A Comprehensive Review”
by Thomas O’Neill, Puneet Kang, Andreas Hagendorff and Bhupendar Tayal
Medicina 2024, 60(5), 693; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina60050693
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/60/5/693

2. “The Cardiometabolic Risk in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): From Pathophysiology to Diagnosis and Treatment“
by Sotirios Pililis, Stamatios Lampsas, Aikaterini Kountouri, Loukia Pliouta, Emmanouil Korakas, Sarantis Livadas, John Thymis, Melpomeni Peppa , Sophia Kalantaridou, Evangelos Oikonomou et al.
Medicina 2024, 60(10), 1656; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina60101656
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/60/10/1656

3. “Overview of Oncology: Drug-Induced Cardiac Toxicity“
by Nilima Rajpal Kundnani, Vincenzo Passini, Iulia Stefania Carlogea , Patrick Dumitrescu, Vlad Meche, Roxana Buzas and Daniel Marius Duda-Seiman
Medicina 2025, 61(4), 709; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina61040709
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/61/4/709

4. “Enhanced Recovery After Cardiac Surgery for Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery: A Systematic Review of Key Elements and Advancements“
by Simon Goecke, Leonard Pitts, Martina Dini, Matteo Montagner, Leonhard Wert, Serdar Akansel, Markus Kofler, Christian Stoppe, Sascha Ott, Stephan Jacobs et al.
Medicina 2025, 61(3), 495; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina61030495
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/61/3/495

5. “High-Intensity Interval Training vs. Medium-Intensity Continuous Training in Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs: A Narrative Review“
by Alexandru Dan Costache, Alexandra Maștaleru, Maria Magdalena Leon, Mihai Roca, Radu Sebastian Gavril, Diana Elena Cosău, Andreea Rotundu, Alice Ioana Amagdalinei, Ovidiu Mitu, Irina Iuliana Costache Enache et al.
Medicina 2024, 60(11), 1875; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina60111875
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/60/11/1875
 
6. “Chronic Heart Failure and Coronary Artery Disease: Pharmacological Treatment and Cardiac Rehabilitation“
by Maria-Alexandra Ciuca-Pană, Aristi Boulmpou, Cigdem Ileri, Giovanna Manzi, Michele Golino, Marina Ostojic, Akhmetzhan Galimzhanov, Stefan Busnatu, Simona Mega and Francesco Perone
Medicina 2025, 61(2), 211; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina61020211
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/61/2/211

7. “A Comprehensive Review of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications in Pulmonary Hypertension (PH)“
by Sogol Attaripour Esfahani, Nima Baba Ali, Juan M. Farina, Isabel G. Scalia, Milagros Pereyra, Mohammed Tiseer Abbas, Niloofar Javadi, Nadera N. Bismee, Fatmaelzahraa E. Abdelfattah, Kamal Awad et al.
Medicina 2025, 61(1), 85; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina61010085
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/61/1/85
 
8. “The Role of Oxidative Stress and Inflammatory Parameters in Heart Failure“
by Karolina Wróbel-Nowicka, Celina Wojciechowska, Wojciech Jacheć, Marzena Zalewska and Ewa Romuk
Medicina 2024, 60(5), 760; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina60050760
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/60/5/760

9. “Hypertension and Atrial Fibrillation: Bridging the Gap Between Mechanisms, Risk, and Therapy“
by Ibrahim Antoun, Georgia R. Layton, Ali Nizam, Joseph Barker, Ahmed Abdelrazik, Mahmoud Eldesouky, Abdulmalik Koya, Edward Y. M. Lau, Mustafa Zakkar, Riyaz Somani et al.
Medicina 2025, 61(2), 362; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina61020362
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/61/2/362

10. “Inherited Arrhythmias in the Pediatric Population: An Updated Overview“
by Marco Valerio Mariani, Nicola Pierucci, Francesca Fanisio, Domenico Laviola, Giacomo Silvetti,
Agostino Piro, Vincenzo Mirco La Fazia, Cristina Chimenti, Marco Rebecchi, Fabrizio Drago et al.
Medicina 2024, 60(1), 94; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina60010094
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/60/1/94

Special Issues:
“Recent Advances in Coronary Heart Disease and Related Complications”
Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Konstantinos Tsioufis and Dr. Panayiotis Iliakis
Submission deadline: 10 November 2026

“Recent Advances in Interventional Cardiology”
Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Dan Mircea Olinic and Dr. Florin-Leontin Lazar
Submission deadline: 20 November 2026

“Recent Progress in Cardiac Surgery”
Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Giuseppe Nasso and Dr. Walter Vignaroli
Submission deadline: 20 November 2026

“New Insights into Heart Failure Management and Treatment”
Guest Editors: Dr. Alejandro N. Barbagelata and Dr. Edgardo J. Kaplinsky
Submission deadline: 15 January 2027

MDPI was pleased to partner with Chiang Mai University in Chiang Mai on 5 June 2026 for a highly productive Academic Publishing Workshop dedicated to advancing academic publishing and scholarly communication. The event was officially opened by Associate Professor Dr. Apichat Tantraworasin, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, who welcomed the MDPI speaker team and expressed his appreciation for their contribution in sharing valuable knowledge with faculty members, researchers, and students.

In his opening remarks, Dr. Apichat highlighted the challenges of publishing in international journals and emphasized the importance of developing practical skills throughout the publication process. He noted that the workshop addressed key researcher needs, including manuscript preparation, responding to peer reviewers, publication ethics, the responsible use of artificial intelligence, and effective figure and table design. The event brought together experts and members of the academic community to explore the latest trends and best practices across a range of scientific disciplines. Through insightful presentations and engaging discussions, participants gained valuable practical skills in scientific writing, data visualization and layout, responding to peer-reviewer comments, navigating the MDPI editorial process, understanding publication ethics, and engaging responsibly with artificial intelligence in scholarly publishing. The audience comprised participants from various academic levels—including professors, PhD students, master's students, and postgraduate researchers—with strong engagement maintained throughout the day.

During the first presentation, Mr. Pongsakorn Vithayanon, Editorial Team Leader and Deputy Managing Editor at MDPI Thailand, introduced the concept of open access publishing and MDPI’s role as a leading academic publisher. He highlighted several journals, including IJMS, Medicina, CIMB, Gastrointestinal Disorders, and Stress, and explained how these journals provide valuable publication opportunities for researchers in the medical and life sciences fields. The session also provided an overview of the publication process and the benefits of publishing in open access journals.

The session, “How to Write Scientific Papers”, was delivered by Dr. Juthathip Poofery, Editorial Team Leader and Regional Engagement Editor. The presentation provided practical guidance on preparing and structuring a scientific paper, covering essential components from the title and abstract to the discussion, conclusions, and back matter. Particular emphasis was placed on identifying research gaps, presenting methods with sufficient detail to ensure reproducibility, and clearly distinguishing between the reporting of results and their interpretation. The session also highlighted best practices for enhancing the visibility and impact of research through effective scientific writing, including the selection of appropriate keywords and the development of clear and informative manuscript elements. Ethical and transparency requirements, including authorship contributions, funding disclosure, data availability, informed consent, and conflicts of interest statements, were also discussed. Participants showed particular interest in practical approaches to improving manuscript quality, especially refining titles and keywords, strengthening scientific writing, and increasing the discoverability of their research.

The third session, titled “How to Respond to Peer Reviewers”, was presented by Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana, a Regional Engagement Editor. She discussed the peer-review process at MDPI and guided the audience through how to revise the manuscript professionally. This session also included the key tips of revision preparations and how we can organize a response in an effective way. In conclusion, she encouraged the audience to remain positive, open-minded, and professional when replying to reviewers.

For the next session of the event program, Ms. Ploy Assavajamroon, Regional Engagement Editor at MDPI's Bangkok Office, delivered a presentation entitled “Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Scientific Publishing”. The session explored the growing impact of artificial intelligence on scholarly communication and the evolving publishing landscape. The presentation provided an overview of AI technologies, with particular attention to Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), which have become increasingly integrated into research and academic writing workflows. Participants gained insights into the capabilities of these tools, as well as their current limitations and potential risks. Emphasis was placed on the importance of human oversight, critical evaluation, and responsible use when incorporating AI-generated content into scholarly work. The session also addressed ethical considerations surrounding AI use in research and publishing. Drawing upon the recommendations of COPE and STM, the presentation outlined MDPI's policies and guidelines regarding the appropriate use of AI by authors, reviewers, and editors. The importance of transparency and proper disclosure of AI-assisted content was highlighted as a key aspect of maintaining research integrity. To conclude, participants were introduced to several AI-powered solutions developed by MDPI’s AI team. These tools are designed to support editorial processes, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the publishing experience for authors, reviewers, and editors.

The next session, titled “Publication Ethics for Authors”, was presented by Dr. Siriporn Tantiwatcharothai, Regional Engagement Editor at the MDPI Bangkok Office. She began by highlighting the importance of maintaining ethical standards throughout the research and publication process. The presentation then explored common ethical issues encountered in scholarly publishing, along with an overview of MDPI’s policies and guidelines for addressing them. The session also discussed the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in research, emphasizing the associated ethical considerations and potential risks. In closing, Dr. Siriporn explained the procedures followed by MDPI when handling ethical concerns identified after publication, providing participants with a clearer understanding of how such cases are investigated and managed.

The sixth session, titled “How to Make Good Figures for Scientific Papers”, was presented by Ms. Pratthana Kruekantha, Production Editor at MDPI. She highlighted the importance of well-designed figures in enhancing the clarity, readability, and impact of scientific publications. The presentation covered different types of figures, the essential components of graphical abstracts and scientific figures, and best practices for figure preparation, including captions, image quality, and data presentation. The session also introduced practical graphic design principles, such as selecting appropriate chart types, using effective color schemes, improving accessibility, and maintaining visual consistency. It concluded with an overview of design tools that can help researchers create professional, publication-ready figures. The final session, titled “How to Design Tables in Scientific Papers”, was also presented by Ms. Pratthana Kruekantha. She introduced the essential components of scientific tables and shared practical guidelines for designing clear, accurate, and publication-ready tables. The session covered table structure, formatting standards, data organization, and common issues encountered during manuscript preparation. It concluded with recommendations for table-editing practices and an overview of MDPI’s figure and table editing services.

The workshop concluded with a closing session and a certificate awarding ceremony, recognizing the active participation of all attendees throughout the day. Participants remained attentive throughout the presentations, and while only a limited number of questions were raised during the Q&A sessions overall, the discussions that did arise were focused and substantive. This collaboration underscores the shared commitment of MDPI and Chiang Mai University to fostering interdisciplinary research and promoting global excellence in academic output. The event not only strengthened the partnership between MDPI and the university but also laid a solid foundation for continued collaboration and future academic advancement.

Impact Factors measure how often articles in scientific journals are cited—specifically, the average number of citations received in a given year by articles published in that journal over the previous two years, as tracked in the Web of Science. For researchers, the number answers a practical question: how often is work published in this journal being picked up and built upon?

The metric is assigned to the journal as a whole, not to individual articles. A high Impact Factor tells you something useful about a journal's place in its field; it tells you less about any single paper within it.

For a complementary, article-level view, MDPI lists an Altmetric score on each article page. Where the Impact Factor tracks academic citations, the Altmetric score captures broader online attention: how an article is being shared, discussed, and referenced beyond the journal literature. Together, they offer two different ways of asking the same question: is this research reaching people?

With 2025 CiteScores from Scopus published a few weeks ago, Clarivate has now released this year's Journal Impact Factors in the Journal Citation Reports (JCR).

254 MDPI Journals Saw a Rise in Impact Factor

This year's JCR include 330 MDPI journals across a wide range of disciplines. Of these, 231 journals are placed in the top 50% (Q1 or Q2) of their respective subject categories, a result that spans fields as different as materials science, public health, environmental studies, and mathematics. 78 journals hold a top-quartile position (Q1), and 33 journals have a JIF of 5.0 or above.

• 330 journals earned a Journal Impact Factor (JIF)
• 29 journals earned a first JIF
• 254 journals had an increase in JIF
• 71% of ranked journals are in Q1 or Q2

For the full metrics on any MDPI journal, visit our Web of Science journals overview page or a journal's individual statistics page.

29 MDPI Journals Received Their First Journal Impact Factor

A first Impact Factor is a confirmation for an emerging journal. It marks the point at which a journal has been publishing long enough, and cited broadly enough, to enter the formal record of scientific influence. For the research communities those journals serve, it signals that the work being published is being read and built upon.

This year, 29 MDPI journals received a Journal Impact Factor for the first time, across a range of emerging and established research areas. Each represents years of editorial development and peer review—recognized in 2026 for the first time in the JCR.

This is also part of a longer shift in how science gets indexed. When the Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) launched in 2016, 24 MDPI journals were included. By 2024 that number had grown to over 200, reflecting a broader change in the visibility of open access publishing within major citation tracking systems, not just at MDPI but across the sector.

Open Access with Impact

MDPI journals have received a total of 25.2 million citations in Web of Science. That figure matters less as a measure of MDPI's reach and more as a measure of what happens when research is freely available: it gets found, read, and used. Open access is only meaningful if the work actually travels and citations are one indicator that it does.

More than 4.6 million authors have published with MDPI. That breadth, across disciplines, institutions, and geographies, is what makes open access at this scale worth doing.

Thank You to the MDPI Scholarly Community

These results belong to the people who do the actual work: the Editors-in-Chief who set the standards, the Editorial Board Members and reviewers who hold them, and the authors who choose open access for their research. The numbers in the Journal Citation Reports are the downstream effect of decisions made at the desk, in the review, and at submission. Thank you for making them.

Data: 2025 Journal Impact Factors, Journal Citation Reports™ (Clarivate, 2026)