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19 September 2025
MDPI Webinar | The Science Behind the Prize: 2025 Nobel Physiology or Medicine Roundtable, 6 October 2025


Coinciding with the announcement of the 2025 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine, this forum underscores the importance of recognizing outstanding achievements that push the boundaries of human knowledge and understanding. It represents a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas on the advancements driving scientific progress and to inspire the next generation of gifted scientists.

General topics of discussion for this event will include the following:

  • Breakthrough research shaping the future of physiology or medicine;
  • Reflecting on past Nobel Prize-winning work and its legacy;
  • The key trends driving innovation in physiology or medicine today;
  • Exploring the societal and scientific contributions of physiology or medicine research.

Date: 6 October 2025
Time: 3:30 p.m. CEST | 9:30 a.m. EDT | 9:30 p.m. CST (Asia)
Webinar ID: 852 3554 5031

Register now for free! 

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

Unable to attend? Please register anyway; the session will be recorded, and we will let you know when the recording is available for viewing.

Program:

Speaker

Agenda

Time in CEST

Time in EDT

Time in CST Asia

MDPI Host

Opening Remarks

3:30–3:35 p.m.

9:30–9:35 a.m.

9:30–9:35 p.m.

Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Jacek Z. Kubiak
Prof. Dr. Carlos Moreno
Prof. Dr. Claus Jacob

Expert Commentary: Breakthroughs and Future Impacts of Physiology or Medicine Research

3:35–4:15 p.m.

9:35–10:15 a.m.

9:35–10:15 p.m.

 

Break

4:15–4:20 p.m.

10:15–10:20 a.m.

10:15–10:20 p.m.

MDPI Host

Stating the Prize Winner

4:20–4:25 p.m.

10:20–10:25 a.m.

10:20–10:25 p.m.

Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Jacek Z. Kubiak
Prof. Dr. Carlos Moreno
Prof. Dr. Claus Jacob

Reflective Discussion: What the Nobel Prize Means for Science and Society

4:25–4:45 p.m.

10:25–10:45 a.m.

10:25–10:45 p.m.

MDPI Host

Closing Remarks

4:45–4:50 p.m.

10:45–10:50 a.m.

10:45–10:50 p.m.


Webinar Keynote Speakers:

  • Prof. Dr. Jacek Z. Kubiak, CNRS/University Rennes UMR 6290, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes (IGDR), Rennes, France;
  • Prof. Dr Carlos S. Moreno, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Department of Biomedical Informatics, Department of Urology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA;
  • Prof. Dr Claus Jacob, Division of Bioorganic Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, University of Saarland, Saarland, Germany.

For more information about this webinar, please visit the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/NPR2025PM.

If you have any questions about this webinar, please contact mdpi.webinar@mdpi.com.

MDPI Webinar Secretariat

15 September 2025
International Day for Interventional Cardiology, 16 September 2025


The International Day for Interventional Cardiology is observed annually on 16 September. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the field of interventional cardiology and its role in treating heart diseases through minimally invasive procedures. It highlights advancements and achievements in the field, emphasizing the importance of cardiovascular health and innovative medical interventions.

In recognition of this important day, we recommend the following related articles, Special Issues, and journals spanning multidisciplinary fields, including clinical medicine. We believe that promoting such research contributes to enhanced public awareness and a greater understanding of cardiovascular diseases and procedures, related complications, prevention and care.


Cellular and Molecular Bases for the Application of Polyphenols in the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
by Carlo Caiati and Emilio Jirillo
Diseases 2025, 13(7), 221; https://doi.org/10.3390/diseases13070221

Comparative Analysis of Cardiovascular Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes Patients Engaging in Aerobic, Resistance, and Combined Training: A Systematic Review
by Sayed Alireza Mousavi Zadeh, Giuseppe Caminiti, Maurizio Aracri, Massimo Pieri, Anna Paola Mitterhofer, Antonino De Lorenzo, Sergio Bernardini, Pasquale Farsetti, Maurizio Volterrani, Rosario Barone et al.
Diabetology 2025, 6(5), 38; https://doi.org/10.3390/diabetology6050038

Medical Therapy Versus Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients with Myocardial Bridging from a National Population-Based Cohort Study: The Use of Big Data Analytics
by Chayakrit Krittanawong, Song Peng Ang, Fernando Alexis Padilla, Yusuf Kamran Qadeer, Zhen Wang, Nicola Gaibazzi, Samin K. Sharma, Carl J. Lavie, Hartzell V. Schaff and Ernst R. Schwarz
Cardiogenetics 2025, 15(2), 10; https://doi.org/10.3390/cardiogenetics15020010

Computed Tomography Angiography Identified High-Risk Coronary Plaques: From Diagnosis to Prognosis and Future Management
by Kyriakos Dimitriadis, Nikolaos Pyrpyris, Panagiotis Theofilis, Emmanouil Mantzouranis, Eirini Beneki, Panagiotis Kostakis, George Koutsopoulos, Konstantinos Aznaouridis, Konstantina Aggeli and Konstantinos Tsioufis
Diagnostics 2024, 14(15), 1671; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics14151671

Emerging Transcatheter Therapies for Valvular Heart Disease: Focus on Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Procedures
by Nikolaos Ktenopoulos, Odysseas Katsaros, Anastasios Apostolos, Maria Drakopoulou, Grigorios Tsigkas, Constantinos Tsioufis, Periklis Davlouros, Konstantinos Toutouzas and Antonios Karanasos
Life 2024, 14(7), 842; https://doi.org/10.3390/life14070842

Zero-Fluoroscopy Catheter Ablation of Right Appendage Focal Atrial Tachycardia in a Pregnant Woman
by Federica Troisi, Noemi Valenti, Federico Quadrini, Nicola Vitulano, Antonio Di Monaco, Imma Romanazzi, Rosa Caruso, Rocco Orfino and Massimo Grimaldi
Clin. Pract. 2024, 14(3), 946-953; https://doi.org/10.3390/clinpract14030075

In-Stent Restenosis Overview: From Intravascular Imaging to Optimal Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Management
by Neda Shafiabadi Hassani, Lucas Carlini Ogliari, Pedro Rafael Vieira de Oliveira Salerno, Gabriel Tensol Rodrigues Pereira, Marcelo Harada Ribeiro and Luis Augusto Palma Dallan
Medicina 2024, 60(4), 549; https://doi.org/10.3390/medicina60040549

The Application of Precision Medicine in Structural Heart Diseases: A Step towards the Future
by Grigorios Chrysostomidis, Anastasios Apostolos, Amalia Papanikolaou, Konstantinos Konstantinou, Grigorios Tsigkas, Antigoni Koliopoulou and Themistokles Chamogeorgakis
J. Pers. Med. 2024, 14(4), 375; https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm14040375

Different Mechanisms in Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy: Impact of BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutations
by Hien C. Nguyen, Jefferson C. Frisbee and Krishna K. Singh
Hearts 2024, 5(1), 54-74; https://doi.org/10.3390/hearts5010005

Translational Relevance of Advanced Age and Atherosclerosis in Preclinical Trials of Biotherapies for Peripheral Artery Disease
by Keith A. Webster
Genes 2024, 15(1), 135; https://doi.org/10.3390/genes15010135

A Refractory Electrical Storm after Acute Myocardial Infarction: The Role of Temporary Ventricular Overdrive Pacing as a Bridge to ICD Implantation
by Mijo Meter and Josip Andelo Borovac
Pathophysiology 2024, 31(1), 44-51; https://doi.org/10.3390/pathophysiology31010004

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Current Status and Future Indications
by Manish Vinayak, Pier Pasquale Leone, Richard Tanner, Vishal Dhulipala, Anton Camaj, Rakhee Rajendra Kumar Makhija, Amit Hooda, Annapoorna S. Kini, Samin K. Sharma and Sahil Khera
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(2), 373; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13020373

Gender Disparities after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement with Newer Generation Transcatheter Heart Valves: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
by Angkawipa Trongtorsak, Sittinun Thangjui, Pabitra Adhikari, Biraj Shrestha, Jakrin Kewcharoen, Leenhapong Navaravong, Somsupha Kanjanauthai, Steve Attanasio and Hammad A. Saudye
Med. Sci. 2023, 11(2), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/medsci11020033

Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of Cardiovascular Diseases
Guest Editors: Dr. Fabrizio Guarracini and Prof. Dr. Cristina Giannattasio
Deadline for submissions: 31 October 2025

Pediatric Cardiology Frontiers: Innovations in Diagnosis and Treatment
Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Eliza Elena Cintezǎ and Dr. Ştefana Moisǎ
Deadline for submissions: 31 October 2025

Clinical Advances in Cardiovascular Interventions
Guest Editor: Dr. Tomasz Tokarek
Deadline for submissions: 14 November 2025

New Horizons in the Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease in Diabetes
Guest Editor: Dr. Federico Biscetti
Deadline for submissions: 20 February 2026

HTAAD: Unraveling the Molecular and Clinical Complexity of Heritable Thoracic Aortic Disease
Guest Editors: Prof. Guglielmina Pepe, Prof. Dr. Rossella Fattori, Dr. Stefano Nistri and Prof. Dr. Yskert von Kodolitsch
Deadline for submissions: 20 November 2025

Insights into the Management of Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors
Guest Editors: Dr. Paweł Muszyński and Prof. Dr. Anna Tomaszuk-Kazberuk
Deadline for submissions: 31 March 2026

Recent Advances in Interventional Cardiology
Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Dan Mircea Olinic and Dr. Florin-Leontin Lazar
Deadline for submissions: 20 April 2026

Interventional Cardiology: Advances in Personalized Treatment and Management
Guest Editors: Dr. Saverio Muscoli and Dr. Alessandro Sticchi
Deadline for submissions: 30 April 2026

11 September 2025
Meet Us at the 38th Annual Congress of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine, 4–8 October 2025, Barcelona, Spain


Conference: 38th Annual Congress of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine
Date: 4–8 October 2025
Location: Barcelona, Spain

We are pleased to announce that MDPI will participate in the 38th Annual Congress of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM25), to be held in Barcelona, Spain, from 4 to 8 October 2025.

One of the highlights of this year’s congress will be the continued focus on novel advances in theranostics. This rapidly evolving field continues to revolutionize our approach to diagnosis and treatment, offering unprecedented precision and personalized care for our patients. We have an exciting program lined up, featuring leading experts who will share their insights and latest research findings.

MDPI is excited to participate in this prestigious event! Representing the journal Diagnostics (ISSN: 2075-4418), Ms. Florina Maria Muresan and Ms. Lassie Shu will be present at the MDPI exhibition stand, where they will warmly welcome all scholars to stop by and engage in insightful discussions. This event presents a unique opportunity for participants to interact with leading experts in the field and explore potential collaborations. Do not miss the chance to visit our stand and exchange ideas with the MDPI editors and other delegates!

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the conference:

  • Diagnostics;
  • Diseases;
  • Cancers;
  • JCM;
  • JPM;
  • Medical Sciences;
  • Tomography;
  • Medicina;
  • J. Imaging;
  • Current Oncology;
  • Uro.

If you are planning to attend the conference, please feel free to start a conversation with us. We invite all conference attendees to visit MDPI’s booth and meet with our esteemed Editorial Board Members.

For more information about the conference, please visit the following website: https://eanm25.eanm.org/.

3 September 2025
Join Us at the MDPI at the University of Toronto Career Fair, 23 September 2025, Toronto, ON, Canada


Date: 23 September 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m
Location: The Chelsea Hotel, 33 Gerrard Street West, Toronto

MDPI is thrilled to announce our participation in the University of Toronto’s largest career fair, taking place at the St. George Downtown Campus. This exciting event brings together thousands of students, graduates, and professionals looking to connect with top employers and explore career opportunities.

We invite all attendees to visit the MDPI booth to discover how you can be part of one of the world’s leading open access academic publishers. Whether you are passionate about scientific research, editorial work, marketing, or supporting global innovation in publishing, we want to meet YOU!

What to expect at our booth:

  • Learn more about MDPI’s mission and global impact;
  • Explore exciting career opportunities in publishing, editorial, communications, and more;
  • Network with our team and ask questions about working at MDPI.

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to take the next step, don’t miss this opportunity to connect with MDPI. Bring your resume, your curiosity, and your questions—we look forward to seeing you there!

For additional information on the Career Fair and Open MDPI positions, please visit the following links:

2 September 2025
Meet Us at the 4th Asia Pacific Rickettsial Conference 2025, 29 September–1 October 2025, Penang, Malaysia


Conference: 4th Asia Pacific Rickettsial Conference
Organization: Malaysian Society of Parasitology and Tropical Medicine
Date: 29 September–1 October 2025
Place: Penang, Malaysia

MDPI will be attending the 4th Asia Pacific Rickettsial Conference as an exhibitor. This meeting will be held in Penang, Malaysia, from 29 September to 1 October 2025.

The objective of the 4th Asia Pacific Rickettsial Conference is to garner experts, researchers and healthcare professionals from around the world to explore advancements in the study and management of rickettsial and other tropical diseases. This event aims to explore innovative approaches to the surveillance, prevention, and treatment of these diseases, particularly highlighting integrated strategies that address the complexities of these diseases in both public and veterinary health contexts.

The scope of this conference includes, but is not limited to, acarology; rickettsial diseases; tick-borne diseases; flea-borne diseases; scrub typhus; zoonoses; epidemiology; vector biology and control; rickettsial pathogenesis; diagnostics in rickettsial diseases; and rickettsial surveillance and outbreak response. It additionally seeks to explore geospatial analysis in the mapping of rickettsial disease; novel rickettsial infections; emerging and re-emerging rickettsial diseases; and treatment and vaccines for rickettsial infections.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

If you are planning to attend this conference, please feel free to start a conversation with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions you may have. For more information about this event, please visit the following website: https://www.aprc4.com/.

1 September 2025
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO’s Letter #26 – CUJS, Head of Ethics, Open Peer Review, AIS 2025, Reviewer Recognition

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

Society of China University Journals (CUJS) visit to MDPI Basel

In August, we had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from the Society of China University Journals (CUJS) to our Basel headquarters. The visit was part of CUJS’s broader European tour, which included meetings with several major publishing organizations.

Purpose of the visit

The delegation’s stop in Basel involved an introductory meeting and knowledge-sharing with a view to identifying potential collaboration opportunities with MDPI. The CUJS team shared an overview of the Chinese scientific publishing landscape, including recent policy developments, and gave us insights into the journals and services they operate across China’s academic institutions.

MDPI presentations

We used the opportunity to introduce CUJS to MDPI’s mission, structure, and recent achievements. I presented on the latest developments at MDPI and our role in supporting global open access, addressing many follow-up questions from the delegation. Warm thanks are due to the following colleagues for their contributions to the session:

  • Liliane Auwerter (Conference Organizer, Scientific Officer and Sustainability Specialist) shared an overview of our editorial process, including the quality indicators we use to track peer-review performance.
  • Renato Merki (Publication Ethics Assistant) presented on behalf of our Research Integrity and Ethics team, emphasizing our commitment to responsible publishing.
  • Silvano Bonfatti (Product Manager) introduced the JAMS platform, highlighting how it supports efficient journal management for editors and publishers alike.
  • Aimar Xiong (Publisher, Section Managing Editor) and Giuliano Braccini (Office Manager) facilitated the meeting, offering clarity in response to specific questions, building the relationship during and beyond the meeting itself.

“Building relationships with organizations such as CUJS allows us to increase our visibility and reputation”

Why is this important?

China is one of the world’s largest producers of scientific research, with its universities and research institutes playing a key role in global scholarly publishing. Building strong relationships with influential organizations such as CUJS allows us to increase our visibility and reputation vis-à-vis the Chinese academic community, share best practices, learn from differing publishing models, and explore collaborations that have the potential to enhance the quality, reach, and diversity of our journals.

Looking ahead

It was a productive and friendly exchange that reflected our shared commitment to advancing scholarly communication and improving journal publishing practices. We value these visits, which allow us to create collaborations with stakeholders in the global academic community.

Our Basel office is a hub for hosting international delegations, partners, and collaborators. We look forward to creating more global connections that support our mission.

Impactful Research

Appointment of Dr. Tim Tait-Jamieson as Head of Publication Ethics

As part of our ongoing commitment to research integrity and publishing excellence, I am delighted to announce that we have appointed Dr. Tim Tait-Jamieson as Head of Publication Ethics.

In this role, Tim will lead the development of our ethics strategy and oversee the continued growth of the Publication Ethics Department, which is based across our offices in Basel, Manchester, Belgrade/Novi Sad, and Cluj. Guided by the principles of effective prevention and efficient resolution, the department plays an essential role in ensuring the highest standards of integrity throughout our editorial processes.

Department focus

Working closely with internal teams and external partners, the Publication Ethics Department focuses on refining our policies, aligning our operations with international best practices, and addressing complex cases with fairness and transparency. This work is critical in supporting our editors, reviewers, and authors, reinforcing MDPI’s contribution to the global dialogue on research integrity.

“Research integrity is something to which we all contribute through our daily work at MDPI”

About Tim

Tim joined MDPI in 2021 and has held several roles within the Publication Ethics Department, most recently serving as Research Integrity Lead. Based in our Basel office, he brings a strong academic background, with a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, and a proven track record of leadership in research integrity.

Research integrity is something to which we all contribute through our daily work at MDPI. I look forward to Tim’s leadership as we continue investing in the people, processes, and partnerships that uphold the trust and credibility of scholarly publishing.

Read more:

Inside MDPI

How and why MDPI offers Open Peer Review

At MDPI, we are committed to advancing openness and transparency in scholarly publishing. One area where we’ve taken a leadership role is peer review. Since 2014, MDPI has offered authors the option of open peer review, giving them the opportunity to publish reviewer comments alongside their papers. Each year, more authors are choosing this path, helping to build trust in the editorial process and provide valuable context for the research we publish.

Jack McKenna (Senior Content Specialist, MDPI) recently wrote an informative piece looking at the impact and importance of open peer review at MDPI. He highlights how this approach not only benefits readers but also gives well-deserved recognition to our reviewers, who generously dedicate their time and expertise to the academic community.

I encourage you to read this blogpost to see how MDPI is helping set standards for transparency in scholarly publishing.

Coming Together for Science

Recap of MDPI’s AIS 2025 Conference in Kuala Lumpur

Entering the month of August, we held The 2nd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers (AIS 2025) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

“AIS is quickly becoming a premier event in the field”

The second edition of AIS brought together 335 attendees from across Asia and beyond, including participants from China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. The event, chaired by Prof. Dr. Toshihiro Itoh (University of Tokyo), Prof. Dr. Sang-Woo Kim (Yonsei University), and Prof. Dr. Chengkuo Lee (National University of Singapore), continues to grow in reputation and has become an important platform for researchers and students to present their work, exchange ideas, and build international collaborations.

AIS is quickly becoming a premier event in the field, with participants highlighting its quality of service, its expanding academic network, and the value it delivers in the context of tightening research budgets in the region.

It was also excellent to see our new MDPI journal AI Sensors, which originated from a conference topic, host a successful launch party at the event.

Highlights from participant feedback:

  • Southeast University (China) sent a student delegation and considers AIS a regular fixture for Ph.D. students in need of international conference experience.
  • CAS Aerospace Information Research Institute sent a 10-member delegation and plans to further promote AIS internally.
  • Japanese researchers regard AIS as a must-attend event, placing it on a par with IEEE conferences and citing the benefits of networking and exchange.
  • Korean academics praised the organization and noted improved perceptions of MDPI among their institutions, viewing AIS as a strategic opportunity to deepen engagement in the region.

Award winners

We recognized the recipients of the Best Presentation, Best Scientist, Best Poster, and Best Student Paper awards, whose contributions set a standard for academic excellence. The full award announcement is available here.

Looking ahead

The 3rd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers will be held from 5 to10 August 2026 in Jeju, Korea. The General Chairs will be Prof. Inkyu Park (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology), Prof. Zhou Li (Tsinghua University), Prof. Xinge Yu (City University of Hong Kong), and Prof. Chengkuo Lee (National University of Singapore). We look forward to bringing together innovators, researchers and experts who are shaping the future at the intersection of sensors, sensing technology, transducers and artificial intelligence.

Thank you

Our conference team managed this event with great agility and professionalism and are already planning improvements to make the conference even more accessible. Special thanks to the National University of Singapore for their support, and to our entire conference team and collaborators for their dedication.

AIS is gaining momentum, and we look forward to supporting its role as a bridge between MDPI and the global academic community.

“Our conference team managed this event with great agility and professionalism”

Closing Thoughts

Recognizing our outstanding reviewers

As we close this edition of the newsletter, I would like to spotlight MDPI’s 2024 Outstanding Reviewer Awards, which showcase a group of winners whose contributions often go unseen but are essential to the integrity of scholarly publishing: our reviewers.

In 2024, more than 215,000 reviewers dedicated their time and expertise to MDPI journals. From this community, we are proud to recognize 356 recipients of the Outstanding Reviewer Awards, who went above and beyond by providing timely, thorough and constructive feedback.

These awards are not only a token of our appreciation but also a reflection of the values we stand for: rigor, fairness and collaboration in advancing science.

To explore the full list of awardees across disciplines, from life sciences to the humanities, please visit the following pages:

About MDPI Awards

To recognize the academic community, MDPI journals regularly offer various awards to researchers in specific fields. Serving as a source of recognition and inspiration, these awards help increase the influence of scholars who have been credited with outstanding achievements and are making a significant contribution to the advancement of their respective fields.

To explore more opening Outstanding Reviewer Awards, please click here.

To all our reviewers: thank you for being the foundation of trust that makes open access publishing possible!

Stefan Tochev
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG

29 August 2025
Meet Us at the 28th EVER Congress (EVER 2025), 9–11 October 2025, Florence, Italy


Conference: 28th EVER Congress
Date: 9–11 October 2025
Location: Florence, Italy

MDPI will be attending the 28th EVER Congress (EVER 2025) as an exhibitor, welcoming researchers from diverse backgrounds to visit and share their latest ideas.

EVER is the leading ophthalmological research association in Europe, which covers all areas of ophthalmology and the visual sciences. It can be considered as a bridge between basic scientists and clinical eye research of ophthalmology (including retina, glaucoma, cornea and ocular surface, oncology, pediatric ophthalmology, strabismus, neuro-ophthalmology, and lens disorders). It is mostly interested in translational research within all areas of ophthalmology and the visual sciences. This is being introduced during the congress annual meetings, where the best researchers and ophthalmology clinicians are present. It is essential for EVER that these congress meetings are attended by delegates from all over the world.

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

If you will be attending this conference, please feel free to start a conversation with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit https://evercongress.org/.

19 August 2025
Meet Us at the 84th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Cancer Association, 25–27 September 2025, Kanazawa, Japan


MDPI will be attending the 84th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Cancer Association from 25 to 27 September 2025 in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. We welcome researchers from diverse backgrounds to visit our booth and share their latest ideas with us.

The Annual Meeting is a major event regularly organized by the Japanese Cancer Association to disseminate the latest achievements in cancer research. The 84th Annual Meeting, held under the theme “Believe in the power of cancer research”, emphasizes innovative basic research to deepen our understanding of cancer biology and drive the development of new therapeutic strategies. A total of 20 symposia will be held, each focusing on a specific, cutting-edge research topic, and special lectures will be presented by world-leading cancer researchers. The conference will provide participants with the opportunity to engage with the forefront of international research.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

We welcome you to visit the MDPI booth (#J-2) at the Hotel Nikko Kanazawa. Our representatives are excited to meet you in person and address any questions you may have. For further details about the conference, please visit the following website: https://www.c-linkage.co.jp/jca2025/en/.

31 July 2025
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO's Letter #25 - 8,000 Staff Worldwide, Korea Visit, 100,000 Preprints, Malaysia Roundtable, Canada Consortium Deal

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

Talent Drives Our Progress

For the first time in MDPI’s history, we now have over 8,000 colleagues across the company. I would like to take a moment to celebrate this milestone and acknowledge the driving force behind our growth and success: our people.

As the world’s leading fully open access publisher, MDPI has grown thanks to the dedication, talent, and teamwork of colleagues across the company. Already halfway through 2025, we’ve welcomed nearly 2,000 new colleagues. 

“Our achievements are also about the people behind them”

We now manage over 475 journals, with 298 receiving an Impact Factor, and hundreds more indexed in major databases, including 343 in Scopus, and 92 by PubMed. As the reach and impact of our journals continues to grow, so does the need for dedicated and qualified teams to support that growth. Thus, attracting and retaining exceptional talent remains a cornerstone of our success.

Our achievements are not just about the results of journal expansion, however: they’re about the people behind them. From our hardworking editors to our meticulous English editing and production teams – from our journal relationship specialists, public relations, marketing and communications professionals to our conference teams and the project teams behind Preprints, Scilit, SciProfiles, JAMS and more. Our success reflects the work of thousands of people showing up each day, taking pride in their work, and committed to excellence and service.

What we’re doing to support talent:

  • Investing in onboarding and training to help new colleagues feel welcomed and empowered to thrive.
  • Creating clearer career paths across all functions, from editorial to communications and beyond.
  • Launching mentorship programs and internal knowledge-sharing sessions to promote growth and collaboration.
  • Evolving our recognition and rewards programs to better celebrate your contributions.
  • Expanding our training systems and platforms.

MDPI’s in-house training department offers over 215 training courses, covering topics from editorial development to cross-cultural collaboration. In 2024 alone, we had 44 full-time trainers and 196 part-time training assistants supporting the learning and development needs of colleagues worldwide. These efforts ensure our teams are equipped with the skills and confidence to grow professionally and contribute meaningfully.

Over two-thirds of our workforce is editorial, and of our more than 5,400 editors, 87% hold a Master’s degree and 6% a PhD. Their collective contributions are central to delivering a high-quality publishing experience and supporting global academic communication.

As we celebrate this milestone, we also aim to continue on a path of steady and sustainable growth, one that balances journal expansion with investment in people, outreach, processes, and innovation. Together, we are shaping the future of open access and academic publishing. Thank you for your hard work, your ideas, and your commitment to serving the global research community.

Let’s continue working together to create a culture where great talent grows and every colleague feels valued.

Impactful Research

Visiting South Korea: Building Connections and Supporting the MDPI Seoul Office

In July, I had the opportunity to visit our team in Seoul and engage directly with academic communities in South Korea. The visit focused on deepening MDPI’s relationships with local universities, institutions, and partners, and supporting the great work of our colleagues at the MDPI Seoul office.

Korea Association of Private University Libraries (KAPUL) Conference

A highlight of the visit was our participation in the Korea Association of Private University Libraries (KAPUL) Conference, where we presented to over 100 academic librarians. I delivered a keynote speech titled “The Evolving Publishing Landscape: Open Access and Beyond,” while my colleague Dr. Jisuk Kang (Public Affairs Specialist) shared insights in her presentation, “Inside MDPI: Editorial Practices & Research Integrity.”

Facts & Figures: South Korea

  • South Korea is MDPI’s sixth-largest publishing country by article volume (over 90,000 MDPI papers published to date).
  • In 2024, Korea ranked 16th globally by total publications, and 6th (among these top 20 countries) by citation impact.
  • 52% of Korean publications in 2024 were OA – and 73% of those were Gold OA.
  • MDPI published about 20% of all OA papers from Korea in 2024.
  • Over 2,000 active Editorial Board Members from South Korea contribute to MDPI journals, with 11 Section Editors-in-Chief.
  • We currently have 11 Institutional Open Access Program agreements and two society partnerships in Korea:
    • Korean Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology (with MDPI journal Pharmaceutics)
    • Korean Tribology Society (with MDPI journal Coatings)

MDPI Seoul Office and the First Korea Salon

Our Seoul office serves as a regional hub for marketing, communications, and community engagement. It continues to grow in size and influence, prioritizing supporting scholar visits, conference sponsorships, and outreach events such as the recent MDPI Korea Salon.

The inaugural Salon, themed “Exploring Research Trends in Medical Publishing, Ethics, and AI,” brought together over 20 scholars and Editorial Board members serving MDPI journals.

Thank you to our guest speakers including Professors Young-Joon Surh of Seoul National University, Kwang-Sig Lee of Korea University, and Jin-Won Noh of Yonsei University who presented on the landscape of medicine in South Korea and across the globe. The Salon also included presentations from MDPI colleagues on Open Access, ethics, and how the IOAP can support researchers in this field.

“Our Seoul office continues to grow in size and influence”

Looking Ahead

MDPI is already the leading OA publisher in South Korea, yet challenges and misconceptions around OA and APCs remain. Visits like this one, along with the ongoing efforts of our Seoul office, are important to building understanding, trust, and long-term relationships with the local academic community.

A big thank-you to our colleagues in Seoul for their warm hospitality, professionalism, and energy! Our new office is well situated, staffed, and ready to grow. This visit marked an important step forward in our continued mission to support global research communities and advance Open Science.

Inside MDPI

Preprints.org Reaches 100,000 Preprints: A Major Milestone for MDPI and Open Science

In case you missed it, Preprints.org recently surpassed 100,000 preprints posted. This is a major milestone for our platform and one worth celebrating.

Preprints are a key pillar of the Open Science movement, which promotes transparency, equity, and faster knowledge-sharing through initiatives such as Open Access, Open Data, Open Source, and Open Peer Review. The benefits of Open Science extend beyond researchers, as they support funders, educators, policymakers, and the public in advancing discovery and innovation.

What is behind the 100,000 preprints milestone?

Since its launch in 2016, Preprints.org has grown into one of the world’s leading preprint platforms, now ranked fifth globally by publication volume.

More than 350,000 researchers have contributed, helping shape this dynamic and collaborative space for sharing early-stage research across all disciplines.

Read the full announcement here:
https://www.mdpi.com/about/announcements/12202

“Preprints.org has grown into one of the world’s leading preprint platforms”

Some quick facts worth noting:

  • About 56% of the preprints on Preprints.org are later published in peer-reviewed journals.
  • The platform is now indexed in Web of Science (Preprint Citation Index), Europe PMC, and Crossref, helping improve visibility and trust in the preprints shared.
  • Recent upgrades – including a revamped website, new features such as search subscriptions, curated reading lists, and community feedback tools (PREreview) – show our commitment to developing Preprints.org in line with researchers’ needs.

This growth and progress would not be possible without the dedication of the Preprints.org team, our Advisory Board members, screeners, and colleagues across MDPI who support the platform’s development. This milestone is a reminder of our shared mission: to accelerate scientific communication and build a more open, transparent, and inclusive research ecosystem.

I’m excited to see what’s ahead as we approach Preprints.org’s 10-year anniversary in 2026!

Coming Together for Science

Malaysia Media Roundtable: Educating on Open Access and MDPI’s Presence in Southeast Asia

At the end of June, I had the opportunity to participate in a strategic media roundtable in Kuala Lumpur, focused on raising awareness about the importance of Open Access (OA) and on MDPI’s growing presence in Southeast Asia.

We welcomed five Malaysian media outlets for an engaging private session that included presentations and open discussion.

I gave an overview of the benefits of Open Access, MDPI’s global developments, and our collaborations in Malaysia.

My colleague Yu Nwe Soe (Public Relations Specialist), presented on our editorial process, helping to clarify how MDPI supports authors and maintains research quality.

We were also joined by two local Editorial Board Members (EBMs) who offered first-hand insights into their experiences working with MDPI and how OA has shaped their publishing choices.

The discussion covered a range of questions from the press, from OA publishing models to editorial standards, and highlighted MDPI’s unique contribution to accelerating scientific communication in the region.

As the leading fully OA publisher, we see it as our responsibility to continue educating research communities and the broader public on the impact of OA, especially in emerging and high-growth academic markets.

Spotlight on Malaysia

Malaysia continues to rise as a regional research hub, with five universities ranked in the global top 200 and 11 subjects in the global top 50. In 2024, Malaysia ranked 2nd in Southeast Asia in total publication output, 10th in Asia, and 25th globally.

MDPI’s presence in Malaysia:

  • Over 21,000 research articles published to date from Malaysian institutions
  • More than 1,100 articles published in 2024 alone
  • In the period 2020–2024, 54% of Malaysia’s total publications were OA
  • 36 EBMs from Malaysia, across 27 MDPI journals
  • Around 100 conferences sponsored in Malaysia in the past five years
  • MDPI is hosting the 2nd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers in Kuala Lumpur (29 July- 3 August 2025)

Media Coverage & Editorial Voices

Following the roundtable, we saw positive coverage across several local outlets, with articles highlighting MDPI’s role in empowering Malaysian researchers. Notable pieces included:

Our local EBMs also shared their perspectives:

Prof. Denny Ng Kok Sum (Sunway University, EBM of MDPI journal Processes) and Prof. Lee (EBM of MDPI journal Bacteria) share their experiences with MDPI and the role Open Access plays in their publication decisions.

“We see it as our responsibility to continue educating research communities on the impact of OA”

“I didn’t want my work stuck behind a paywall.”
— Prof. Denny Ng Kok Sum, Sunway University, Processes Editorial Board Member

“Open Access opens doors for collaboration and visibility, especially in fast-developing regions like ours.”
— Prof. Lee, Bacteria Editorial Board Member

This roundtable marked another step in building trust, understanding, and collaboration in Southeast Asia. A big thank-you to the MDPI Malaysia team and all those who contributed to the event’s success.

Closing Thoughts

MDPI Signs First North American Agreement with Canadian Consortium

We are proud to announce a major milestone for MDPI Canada and an important step forward for OA in North America.

In July, our Toronto office finalized MDPI’s first North American consortium agreement with the Federal Science Libraries Network (FSLN). This is a significant achievement that strengthens our expansion in Canada and reinforces our global commitment to supporting Open Science.

This two-year agreement gives Canadian federal agencies access to MDPI’s IOAP, including discounted article processing charges for affiliated researchers across our portfolio of over 475 OA journals. It lowers barriers for Canadian scientists to share their work more openly and reach a global audience.


Ryan Siu, Institutional Partnerships Manager at MDPI.

“The Open Science landscape in Canada is rapidly evolving, with the Tri-Agency Open Access Policy set for renewal by the end of 2025. This reflects ongoing efforts to foster greater scientific transparency and accessibility at a national policy level,” says Ryan Siu, Institutional Partnerships Manager at MDPI.

“Our new agreement with FSLN represents our shared commitment to further these efforts and foster wider readership. By aligning with these initiatives, we make progress towards research that’s both inclusive and impactful, benefiting local and global communities alike.”

Participating FSLN institutions include:

  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
  • Environment and Climate Change Canada
  • Health Canada
  • National Research Council Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada

By partnering with some of Canada’s largest science-based agencies, we reaffirm our goal of advancing OA across continents. We look forward to developing our support for Canadian researchers and continuing to drive progress in Open Science across North America and beyond.

Stefan Tochev
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG

30 July 2025
Meet Us at the United European Gastroenterology Week Berlin 2025, 4–7 October 2025, Berlin, Germany


Conference: United European Gastroenterology Week Berlin 2025

Date: 4–7 October 2025

Location: Berlin, Germany

MDPI will be attending the upcoming United European Gastroenterology Week Berlin 2025 (UEG Week) as an exhibitor. This conference will be held in Berlin, Germany, from 4 to 7 October 2025 and is organized by the United European Gastroenterology.

As one of the largest GI congresses in Europe, UEG Week brings together digestive health experts from around the world to share the latest multidisciplinary research and advancements in gastroenterology.

Topics include the following:

  • Oesophageal, Gastric and Duodenal Diseases;
  • Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori);
  • Small Intestine;
  • Nutrition;
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD, including microscopic colitis);
  • Lower gastrointestinal tract (Lower GI, excluding IBD);
  • Liver;
  • Biliary System;
  • Pancreas.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

If you are attending this conference, please feel free to start an online conversation with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person at booth #4.32 and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about this conference, please visit the following website: https://ueg.eu/week.

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