Announcements
23 January 2026
International Day of Clean Energy—“Clean Energy: For All and for Our Planet”, 26 January 2026
26 January marks the International Day of Clean Energy, a global initiative that aims to drive equitable and sustainable energy transitions, leaving no one behind and protecting our planet. As emphasized by the UN, clean energy is essential for closing the energy access gap (an estimated 1.5 billion people in rural areas still use unsafe, unhealthy and inefficient cooking systems) and for combatting climate change (over 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions are caused by fossil fuel energy production). Clean energy fuels socio-economic progress, empowering vulnerable communities in terms of education, healthcare and livelihoods, while also addressing the issue of polluting fuels, which are linked to 3.2 million premature deaths each year.
Join us in celebrating this International Day of Clean Energy by exploring research that turns global goals, such as Sustainable Development Goal 7, into actionable solutions. Together, these works amplify the UN’s call to action, uniting researchers, policymakers, and innovators to build a future in which clean energy benefits everyone and safeguards our planet.
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“Solar, Wind, Hydrogen, and Bioenergy-Based Hybrid System for Off-Grid Remote Locations: Techno-Economic and Environmental Analysis”
by Roksana Yasmin, Md. Nurun Nabi, Fazlur Rashid and Md. Alamgir Hossain
Clean Technol. 2025, 7(2), 36; https://doi.org/10.3390/cleantechnol7020036
“Quantifying Cybersecurity Impacts on Clean Energy Market Volatility: A Time-Frequency Approach”
by Catalin Gheorghe and Oana Panazan
Mathematics 2025, 13(8), 1320; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13081320
“Lifecycle Management of Hydrogen Pipelines: Design, Maintenance, and Rehabilitation Strategies for Canada’s Clean Energy Transition”
by Myo Myo Khaing and Shunde Yin
Energies 2025, 18(2), 240; https://doi.org/10.3390/en18020240
“A Comprehensive Review of Green Energy Technologies: Towards Sustainable Clean Energy Transition and Global Net-Zero Carbon Emissions”
by Vinod Kumar Sharma, Giulia Monteleone, Giacobbe Braccio, Cosmas N. Anyanwu and Nneoma N. Aneke.
Processes 2025, 13(1), 69; https://doi.org/10.3390/pr13010069
“Integration of Crops, Livestock, and Solar Panels: A Review of Agrivoltaic Systems”
by Diego Soto-Gómez
Agronomy 2024, 14(8), 1824; https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081824
“Long-Term Energy System Modelling for a Clean Energy Transition and Improved Energy Security in Botswana’s Energy Sector Using the Open-Source Energy Modelling System”
by Ranea Saad, Fernando Plazas-Niño, Carla Cannone, Rudolf Yeganyan, Mark Howells and Hannah Luscombe
Climate 2024, 12(6), 88; https://doi.org/10.3390/cli12060088
“Long-Term Energy System Modelling for a Clean Energy Transition in Egypt’s Energy Sector”
by Anna Gibson, Zen Makuch, Rudolf Yeganyan, Naomi Tan, Carla Cannone and Mark Howells
Energies 2024, 17(10), 2397; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17102397
“Magnesium-Based Hydrogen Storage Alloys: Advances, Strategies, and Future Outlook for Clean Energy Applications”
by Yaohui Xu, Yang Zhou, Yuting Li, Yechen Hao, Pingkeng Wu and Zhao Ding
Molecules 2024, 29(11), 2525; https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules29112525
“Real-Time Monitoring of Wind Turbine Bearing Using Simple Neural Network on Raspberry Pi”
by Tianhao Wang, Hongying Meng, Rui Qin, Fan Zhang and Asoke Kumar Nandi.
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(7), 3129; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14073129
“A Sustainability Approach between the Water–Energy–Food Nexus and Clean Energy”
by Gricelda Herrera-Franco, Lady Bravo-Montero, Jhon Caicedo-Potosí and Paúl Carrión-Mero
Water 2024, 16(7), 1017; https://doi.org/10.3390/w16071017
“Energy Management Strategy for DC Micro-Grid System with the Important Penetration of Renewable Energy”
by Christian Bipongo Ndeke, Marco Adonis and Ali Almaktoof
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(6), 2659; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14062659
“Energy Transition in Vietnam: A Strategic Analysis and Forecast”
by Minh Phuong Nguyen, Tatiana Ponomarenko and Nga Nguyen
Sustainability 2024, 16(5), 1969; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16051969
“Natural Gas Matters: LNG and India’s Quest for Clean Energy”
by Subhadip Ghosh, Rajarshi Majumder and Bidisha Chatterjee
Gases 2024, 4(1), 1-17; https://doi.org/10.3390/gases4010001
“Assessment of Bioenergy Potential from Biomass Waste to Improve Access to Clean Energy for Cooking in Mali”
by Iván Segura-Rodríguez and Ramchandra Bhandari
Sustainability 2024, 16(1), 455; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16010455
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“Sustainable Valorization of Biomass for Clean Energy and High-Value Products” |
“Clean Energy Technologies for Climate Change Mitigation” |
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“Unconventional Energy, Clean Energy and Carbon Sequestration: Progress in Technology” |
“New Challenges in Clean Energy Technologies: Waste-to-Energy for Circular Economy” |
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22 January 2026
“Do Not Be Afraid of New Things”: Prof. Michele Parrinello on Scientific Curiosity and the Importance of Fundamental Research
In atomic and molecular simulation, researchers have long-needed efficient ways to predict material properties in order to focus on the most promising real laboratory tests instead of redundant work. Addressing this challenge, Prof. Michele Parrinello introduced two transformative methods that have redefined the field: the Car–Parrinello method, which serves as a “virtual lab” for studying reactions and electronic properties, and the Parrinello–Rahman method, a cornerstone for crystal phase transition studies. His work has reshaped the way that we study atomic systems, earning him the status of one of the most cited scholars in his field.
To honor his enduring legacy and continued impact, MDPI has established the Michele Parrinello Award. This award celebrates innovation and recognizes senior scientists who have made outstanding contributions to computational physical sciences, spanning the fields of physics, chemistry, and materials science.
We had the great honor of speaking with Prof. Parrinello in an exclusive interview, where he shared his perspectives on his current research focus, personal scientific experiences, support for basic research, and his advice for global researchers.
Access the full interview to hear his insights in this conversation.
22 January 2026
Prof. Xin-Gao Gong Appointed Chair of the Michele Parrinello Award Committee
We are honored to announce that Prof. Xin-Gao Gong will serve as the Chair of the Michele Parrinello Award Committee.
Prof. Xin-Gao Gong is a distinguished computational condensed matter physicist and an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. He serves as a professor and doctoral advisor at Fudan University, where his groundbreaking research has profoundly advanced our understanding of material properties through computational methods. Widely recognized for his leadership in the field, Prof. Gong was elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society in 2009. He also directs the Key Laboratory of Computational Physical Sciences at Fudan University—a hub of innovation and discovery.
Under Prof. Gong’s leadership, the committee will focus on identifying innovative research in computational physical sciences, a multidisciplinary field that bridges physics, chemistry, and materials science. The committee will highlight fundamental advances with potential to drive progress across these domains, as the Michele Parrinello Award continues its mission to inspire excellence and recognize contributions that push scientific boundaries.
We recently had the honor of organizing an exclusive interview with Prof. Xin-Gao Gong. In this inspiring interview, Prof. Gong shares his academic journey from China to Italy, where he studied under the renowned Prof. Michele Parrinello and worked with one of the strongest research groups in condensed matter physics.
Prof. Gong also discusses the origins of the Michele Parrinello Award, which he proposed to honor excellence in computational physical sciences. Now chairing the award committee, he emphasizes its role in recognizing both senior researchers and inspiring young scientists to pursue innovation in fields like computational physics, chemistry, and materials science, especially in the age of AI-driven simulation.
Watch the full interview to hear his story and vision for the future of scientific excellence.
15 January 2026
Molecules | Selected Papers in the “Organometallic Chemistry” Section
15 January 2026
Molecules | Selected Papers in the “Natural Products Chemistry” Section
15 January 2026
Molecules | Selected Papers in the “Physical Chemistry” Section
15 January 2026
Molecules | Selected Papers in the “Photochemistry” Section
15 January 2026
Molecules | Selected Papers in the “Molecular Liquids” Section
15 January 2026
Molecules | Selected Papers in the “Flavours and Fragrances” Section
9 January 2026
MDPI’s Newly Launched Journals in December 2025
We have expanded our open access portfolio with eight new journals publishing their inaugural issues in December 2025, as well as three journal transfers. These additions span physical sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities, environmental and Earth sciences, medicine and pharmacology, and public health and healthcare. We extend our sincere thanks to the Editors-in-Chief, Associate Editors, and Editorial Board Members who are shaping these journals’ direction. All journals uphold strong editorial standards through a thorough peer review process, ensuring impactful open access scholarship.
Please feel free to browse and discover more about the new journals below.
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New Journals |
Founding Editor-in-Chief(s) |
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Dr. Elisa Felicitas Arias, Université PSL, France |
atomic clocks; time and frequency metrology; GNSS systems; relativity and relativistic timekeeping; fundamental physics in space | |
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Prof. Dr. José F.F. Mendes, University of Aveiro, Portugal |
complex systems; network science; nonlinear dynamics and chaotic behaviour; information theory and complexity; computational complexity | |
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Prof. Dr. Roberto Morandotti, Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique—Énergie, Matériaux et Télécommunications (INRS), Canada |
light generation; light sources and applications; light control and measurement; human responses to light; lighting design | |
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Prof. Dr. Savvas A. Chatzichristofis, Neapolis University Pafos, Cyprus |
generative AI and large language models in education; multimodal and embodied AI; personalization and adaptive systems; assessment, feedback, and academic integrity; learning analytics | |
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Prof. Dr. Jon Andoni Duñabeitia, Universidad Nebrija, Spain |
cognitive psychology; cognitive neuroscience; psycholinguistics; applied linguistics; experimental psychology | |
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Prof. Dr. Caiwu Fu, Wuhan University, China; Prof. Dr. Longxi Zhang, Peking University, China |
cultural practices; cultural theory; cultural policy; cultural heritage; transregional and transnational cultural flows| |
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Dr. Ghassem R. Asrar, iCREST Environmental Education Foundation, USA |
biosphere interactions, processes, and sustainability; ecosystem science and dynamics; biodiversity conservation; global change and environmental adaptation; biogeochemical cycles | |
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Dr. Giuseppe Mulè, University of Palermo, Italy |
cardiorenal syndromes; chronic heart failure and chronic kidney disease; cardiorenalmetabolic syndrome; hypertension and diabetes in relation to the abovementioned syndromes; diagnostic techniques | |
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Transferred Journals |
Editor-in-Chief |
Journal Topics (Selected) |
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Prof. Dr. Peter Matt, Lucerne Cantonal Hospital (LUKS), Switzerland |
cardiology; cardiovascular and aortic surgery; cardiovascular anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology; congenital heart disease and pediatric cardiology; cardiovascular regenerative and reparative medicine | |
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Prof. Dr. Oana Săndulescu, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania; National Institute for Infectious Diseases “Prof. Dr. Matei Bals”, Romania |
infectious diseases across clinical and public health domains; epidemiology of communicable diseases; clinical microbiology and applied virology; vaccinology and immunization; host–pathogen interactions and immunity | |
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Dr. Roxana Elena Bohiltea, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania |
public health; disease prevention; screening and early detection; lifestyle interventions and health education; digital and innovative prevention | |
We would like to thank everyone who has supported the development of open access publishing. If you would like to create more new journals, you are welcome to send an application here, or contact the New Journal Committee (newjournal-committee@mdpi.com).
