Announcements
9 September 2025
Empowering Academic Growth with MDPI: Gold-Tier Sponsorship of the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Engineering Graduate Research Symposium (FEGRS) Held on 19–21 August 2025
MDPI was proud to serve as a Gold-Tier Sponsor of the Faculty of Engineering Graduate Research Symposium (FEGRS) 2025, hosted by the University of Alberta, Canada. This annual event provides a vital platform for graduate students to present their research, exchange knowledge, and build connections across academic and professional communities.
As part of our sponsorship, MDPI hosted a Scientific Publishing Workshop on 19 August, providing graduate students with guidance on the fundamentals of MDPI’s scholarly publishing process and the benefits of open access. In addition, our representatives were present at the Industry Mixer on 21 August, engaging directly with participants to share insights into MDPI and opportunities to participate as authors, reviewers, and editors.
This collaboration between MDPI’s engineering subject, FEGRS, and the University of Alberta underscores a shared commitment to advancing scholarly research, promoting academic excellence, and supporting the next generation of engineers. By supporting initiatives like FEGRS 2025, MDPI continues to champion the principles of accessibility, collaboration, and innovation in publishing—empowering the next generation of researchers to thrive in their academic journeys.
For additional information on the event and our sponsorship, please see the event website here: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/engineering/research/graduate-student-research/faculty-of-engineering-graduate-research-symposium/index.html.
For additional information on MDPI’s promoted engineering journals, please visit the following websites:
- Aerospace;
- Applied Sciences;
- Bioengineering;
- Biomimetics;
- Buildings;
- Electronics;
- JMSE;
- Lubricants;
- Machines;
- Micromachines;
- Processes;
- Robotics;
- Smart Cities;
- Telecom.
MDPI Speakers:
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Mr. Carlo Cunanan has a BSc and MSc in chemical engineering from the University of Waterloo. His expertise lies in energy systems and energy economics. He joined MDPI as an Assistant Editor for the Sustainability journal at the Toronto office and is now a Group Leader and Section Managing Editor. He travels across Canada and the United States, attending conferences and meeting with scholars. |
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Ms. Charlie Cai graduated from Queen Mary University of London and joined MDPI as an Assistant Editor in the Sensors journal at the Beijing office. She is currently a Section Managing Editor of the Sensors journal. |
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The University of Alberta’s Faculty of Engineering Graduate Research Symposium (FEGRS) is an annual event where graduate students can present their research to their colleagues and professors across all disciplines. This event gives many early career researchers a place to present their ideas to an interdisciplinary audience without the pressures of larger conferences. Additionally, we organize multiple career development workshops with industry partners and professional organizations and cap the event off with an Industry–Student Mixer. The whole event is organized and planned by graduate student volunteers. |
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A pioneer in scholarly open access publishing, MDPI has supported academic communities since 1996. Based in Basel, Switzerland, MDPI’s mission is to foster open scientific exchange in all forms and across all disciplines. |
4 September 2025
Welcoming New Early Career Editorial Members of Micromachines
Micromachines (ISSN: 2072-666X) is pleased to announce that the following 47 researchers out of 185 applications have been added to our group of 2025–2026 Early Career Editorial Board Members. Please join us in congratulating them on joining the Micromachines community!
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Name: Dr. Eric Y. Ma |
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Name: Dr. Surjendu Maity |
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Name: Dr. Braulio Cardenas-Benitez |
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Name: Dr. Ding Zhang |
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Name: Dr. Bing Han |
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Name: Dr. Jing Xu |
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Name: Dr. Tianyiyi He |
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Name: Dr. Xinxin Xiao |
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Name: Dr. Dongdong Chen |
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Name: Dr. Heyan Wang |
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Name: Dr. Lin Shi |
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Name: Dr. Xing Huang |
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Name: Dr. Monica La Mura |
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Name: Dr. Yangchengyi Liu |
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Name: Dr. Yang Lin |
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Name: Dr. Artem Okulov |
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Name: Dr. Tran Thi Ngoc Lam |
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Name: Dr. Nicholas J. Ginga |
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Name: Dr. Murat Kabatas |
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Name: Dr. Xiaoxiao Zhao |
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Name: Dr. Fuxin Guan |
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Name: Dr. Liyang Chen |
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Name: Dr. Liangxing Hu |
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Name: Dr. Changhong Linghu |
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Name: Dr. Ninghao Zhu |
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Name: Dr. Zekui Lyu |
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Name: Dr. Deeptha Ishwar |
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Name: Dr. Filippo Laganà |
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Name: Dr. Ilya Galaktionov |
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Name: Dr. Guodong Zhang |
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Name: Dr. Yang Chen |
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Name: Dr. Yupan Wu |
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Name: Dr. Jiaming Zhan |
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Name: Dr. Jie Han |
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Name: Dr. Yelei Yao |
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Name: Dr. Qianxi He |
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Name: Dr. Wen Zeng |
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Name: Dr. Manmatha Mahato |
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Name: Dr. Majid Roshanfar |
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Name: Dr. Kumar Shrestha |
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Name: Dr. Ghulam Dastgeer |
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Name: Dr. Azadeh Jafari |
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Name: Dr. Rui Sang |
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Name: Dr. Ali Nawaz |
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Name: Dr. Arash Kardani |
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Name: Dr. Arwa Fraiwan |
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Name: Dr. Rongjing Zhang |
3 September 2025
Join Us at the MDPI at the University of Toronto Career Fair, 23 September 2025, Toronto, ON, Canada
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:
- Biology and Life Sciences
- Business and Economics
- Chemistry and Materials Science
- Computer Science and Mathematics
- Engineering
- Environmental and Earth Sciences
- Medicine and Pharmacology
- Physical Sciences
- Public Health and Healthcare
- Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities
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!
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG
28 August 2025
Meet Us at the 2025 TERMIS-AP Conference, 16–19 October 2025, Wuhan, China
21 August 2025
MDPI Academic Publishing Workshop with University of Toronto’s National Society of Black Engineers Graduate Chapter, 29 August 2025
Held by MDPI, this Author Training event empowers academic growth with the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Graduate Chapter at the University of Toronto, Canada. This event will be led by MDPI Regional Journal Relations Specialist, Kailyn Wanhella, on the topic of “How to Write Your First Journal Article and the Peer Review Process”.
Participants will gain practical guidance on essential aspects of writing academic articles, including manuscript preparation, navigating peer review, and best practices for citation.
Date: 29 August 2025
Time: 4:30 p.m. –6:30 p.m. (EDT)
Location: University of Toronto, Sidney Smith Hall, Room 2111, 100 St George St, Toronto, ON M5S 3G3
Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/27PHHB7
Schedule:
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Introducing the Author Training |
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Author Training Presentation |
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Kailyn Wanhella |
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Kailyn Wanhella received an MSc in biochemistry from McGill University, Canada, in the Spring of 2024. She joined MDPI in May 2024 as an Assistant Editor for the Cells (ISSN: 2073-4409) journal. She also has experience as a Section Managing Editor and was recently promoted to regional Journal Relations Specialist in June of 2025. In this role, she works with many journals, liaising with authors, board members, and EiCs. She has attended several conferences across North America, hosted Scholar Visits, and taken part in other outreach events. |
21 August 2025
Meet Us at the 5th European Biosensor Symposium, 26–29 October 2025, Tarragona, Spain
14 August 2025
Meet Us at the EUROSENSORS XXXVII, 7–10 September 2025, Wrocław, Poland
7 August 2025
AES Electrophoresis Society (AES) Now an Affiliated Society Member of Micromachines
In July 2025, the AES Electrophoresis Society became affiliated with Micromachines (ISSN: 2072-666X). As part of this collaboration, all members of the AES Electrophoresis Society will receive a discount on applicable article processing charges (APCs) when submitting their original articles to Micromachines and other benefits, such as Sciforum and MDPI Author Services for language editing.
The AES Electrophoresis Society is a unique, non-profit, international organization founded to advance and promote electric field-mediated separations, manipulations, and related phenomena. The field of electrokinetics intersects microfluidics and microdevices, biotechnology, theoretical modeling, material synthesis, nanotechnology, and many others. Electrophoretic technologies play a central role in scientific investigations in clinical, basic, and applied disciplines, from life sciences through chemistry and physics to engineering. The society’s goal is to promote excellence in electrokinetic technologies, thus improving the overall quality and sophistication of scientific research.
The collaboration reinforces Micromachines’ dedication to advancing research in electrokinetic and related technologies. We look forward to collaborating with the AES Electrophoresis Society and publishing state-of-the-art research from its members in this field.
For more information about the collaboration or to submit your research to Micromachines, please visit the journal’s website or contact the journal Editorial Office directly.
6 August 2025
Meet Us at the 10th International Conference on Nanoscience and Technology, 30 August–1 September 2025, Beijing, China
