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Nobel Prizes are the world’s most prestigious recognition of scientific breakthroughs, honoring discoveries that push the boundaries of knowledge and reshape entire fields. They bring into the public eye researchers whose work might otherwise remain known only within specialized circles.

For many, winning a Nobel Prize is a surreal experience. Laureates often describe a mix of joy, humility, reflection, and gratitude for the teams and collaborators whose contributions made the achievement possible. Behind every Nobel-winning idea lies years of careful, incremental work—a process that often goes unseen.

When Prof. Steven Weinberg won the Nobel Prize in Physics in October 1979, his wife Louise, a legal scholar, reminded him to keep doing the ordinary hard work of science, joking: “Now you have to write some unimportant papers.” True to form, Weinberg continued to push the boundaries of our understanding of the Universe, showing that curiosity and dedication extend far beyond the moment of recognition (Hofmann 2025: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-8994/17/6/840).

Discover the science behind the world’s most transformative ideas

Over the years, dozens of Nobel laureates have published their work with MDPI, entrusting our open access journals to disseminate their findings to a global audience. As of 2024, more than 40 laureates have contributed over 115 articles across 35 journals, ranging from pioneering research on microRNAs and mRNA therapeutics, to fundamental insights in theoretical physics, and advances in structural biology.

We regularly spotlight how Nobel Prize–winning research intersects with the contributions of our authors. This not only celebrates the achievements of the laureates, but also underscores the role of open access in ensuring that transformative science reaches the widest possible audience.

On this page, we invite you to explore selected works by Nobel laureates within the MDPI portfolio, and to join us in celebrating the global impact of their ideas.

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2025 has been awarded to Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi for for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance. MDPI sincerely invites you to explore research in a related field.

The Science Behind the Prize: 2025 Nobel Physiology or Medicine Roundtable
6 October 2025, 03:30 pm (CEST)
You are welcome to watch the recording here!

The Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 has been awarded to John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis for the discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit. MDPI sincerely invites you to explore research in a related field.

The Science Behind the Prize: 2025 Nobel Physics Roundtable
7 October 2025, 02:30 pm (CEST)
You are welcome to watch the recording here!

The Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 has been awarded to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar M. Yaghi for the development of metal-organic frameworks. MDPI sincerely invites you to explore research in a related field.

Conference: APHA 2025 Annual Meeting and Expo
Date: 2–5 November 2025
Location: Washington, D.C., USA

The American Public Health Association was founded in 1872. The first APHA Annual Meeting and Expo took place in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1873, and each year, approximately 12,000 public health professionals and partners from around the world participate in this event. The Annual Meeting garners many professionals across various disciplines, offering them a platform to engage and collaborate with others in the field and gain further insights. Moreover, research has shown that public health efforts to prevent disease are more cost-effective—and humane—than treating chronic health conditions.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at APHA 2025:

• IJERPH;
• Pharmacy;
• Vaccines;
• Hygiene;
• Epidemiologia;
• Infectious Disease Reports;
• Healthcare;
• Adolescents;
• Women;
• Therapeutics;
• Allergies;
• Diseases;
• Nursing Reports;
• Children;
• Journal of Respiration.

Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person at our booth and answering any questions you may have. For more information regarding this conference, please visit the following link: https://www.apha.org/events-and-meetings/annual.

Nursing Reports (ISSN: 2039-4403) is pleased to add the following 15 researchers to the 2025 Early Career Editorial Board and congratulates them on becoming part of the Nursing Reports community!

At MDPI, we recognize that peer review is the cornerstone of scientific progress. The integrity and quality of our journals rely on the careful evaluations of our reviewers. In 2024, more than 215,000 reviewers submitted over 1.2 million reports—a testament to the strength of our community.

The MDPI Reviewer Club series was created to honor this vital work and provide a forum for sharing experiences, best practices, and building meaningful connections across disciplines.

We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming webinar: “MDPI Reviewer Club 2025 | Public Health and Medicine Session”.

This session is dedicated to bringing together reviewers in the subjects of public health and medicine to exchange insights and celebrate their role in advancing scholarly publishing.

Session highlights:

• From Bench to Publication: Strengthening Biological Science Manuscripts Through Peer Review;
• The Role of Peer Review in Nursing Science: Elevating Manuscript Quality Through Critical Insight.

With speakers’ consent, presentations will be recorded and shared on MDPI platforms to encourage continued discussion.

This marks the only session of the MDPI Reviewer Club 2025 in the subjects of public health and medicine. Each session offers fresh perspectives, cross-disciplinary learning, and a platform to celebrate our reviewers’ invaluable contributions.

We warmly welcome you to join us for this inspiring exchange at the MDPI Reviewer Club 2025 | Public Health and Medicine Session.

Keywords: peer review; public health; clinical medicine; nursing science; biological sciences; manuscript quality; research integrity; publication process; reviewer insights

Date: 18 September 2025 | 6:30 p.m. CEST | 12:30 p.m. EST |
Webinar ID: 852 6635 8176
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/MRC2025-PHM

Register now for free!

Program:

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? Register anyway, and we will let you know when the recording is available for viewing.

Webinar Speakers:

• Subhadeep Das, Department of Biochemistry, Purdue University, Indiana, USA;
• Wendy L. Sarver, Interim Graduate Program Coordinator, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, USA.

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:

• Learn more about the U of T Career Fair;
• Explore Careers with MDPI Canada.

Conference: 30th Annual International Mental Health Nursing Research Conference 2025
Organization: Mental Health Nurse Academics UK
Date: 18–19 September 2025
Place: Oxford, UK

MDPI will be represented as an exhibitor at the 30th Annual International Mental Health Nursing Research Conference 2025. This conference will be held in Oxford, UK, from 18 to 19 September 2025, hosted by the Mental Health Nurse Academics UK.

This event is fully hybrid with options for in-person or online attendance, and excellent opportunities to network via the online platform or at the venue. Access recordings of all talks will be available to participants for 90 days after the conference, through the online platform. Attendees can also use the online platform to run polls, network, and engage in group chats.  

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

• Nursing Reports;
• Healthcare;
• Behavioral Sciences;
• Psychiatry International.

If you will be attending this conference, please feel free to visit our booth. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit the official website: https://mhnauk.org/conference-1.

Nursing Reports (ISSN: 2039-4403), a prominent open-access journal in the field of nursing, jointly hosted the Scientific Publishing Workshop on 21 July 2025. This workshop brought together researchers, scholars, and publishing experts to explore the latest strategies for academic dissemination within the nursing domain. Through a series of sessions covering open-access publishing models, manuscript enhancement, peer-review participation, data-driven visualization, and AI applications in nursing research, the event aimed to provide participants with practical tools to enhance the impact of their research. This workshop served as a testament to the shared commitment to promoting research excellence and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in the field of nursing.

Assis. Prof. Dr. Suparat Wangsrikhun, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, Chiang Mai University, delivered the opening speech at the Scientific Publishing Workshop Event, emphasizing the importance of strengthening research and publishing capabilities among faculty and students to meet international standards. She highlighted the value of engaging with MDPI, a leading academic publisher, to exchange knowledge and experiences. Assis. Prof. Dr. Wangsrikhun expressed confidence that the event would enhance participants’ understanding of academic publishing processes, including ethics and new technologies, and encouraged active participation to maximize the benefit of the event.

Ms. Becky Castellon, who leads the running of the Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP) team, introduced MDPI, highlighting our core values of openness, transparency, and efficiency, and explaining how we can deliver high-quality service through our dedicated global workforce and the wide range of services we offer to the research community. She also presented key statistics and information about the Nursing Reports journal, a great resource and potential venue for the students of the Faculty of Nursing, noting that it is Q1 in JCR and has an IF of 2.0. Additionally, she shared some upcoming conferences that the journal will be attending and details about the journal's quarterly reviewer club, which aims to foster engagement within the reviewer community.

Prof. Daniel Bressington, Visiting Professor at the Faculty of Nursing, Chiang Mai University, and Section Editor-in-Chief of Nursing Reports, shared his experience publishing with the journal. He also encouraged academic publishing with MDPI and kindly offered his support to guide students, researchers, and staff from the Faculty of Nursing who are planning to submit their work to MDPI journals.

The fourth session was shared by Dr. Krit Inthajak, MDPI’s regional journal relations specialist in Asia-Pacific, with the topic “How to Write Scientific Papers”. This session comprises how to prepare literature reviews before deciding to write a manuscript, and the contents of the front matter, main text, and back matter. For the Faculty of Nursing, a topic on how to properly state the research to the institutional review board, and informed consent were emphasized due to experiments in clinical trials and gathering data from patients. Many participants had questions related to AI-generated content, and we have withheld these answers for the appropriate topic.

In the fifth session, Ms. Jaime Anderson discussed “Publication Ethics for Authors” where she covered why publication ethics are so important, particularly in the current crisis in confidence that the public are feeling in scientific research, how to ensure that research and manuscripts conform to the highest standards of publication ethics, and what the investigation process is if issues are discovered after papers are published. 

The final session was conducted by Ms. Ploy Assavajamroon, Regional Journal Relations Specialist from the MDPI Bangkok Office, on the topic of “Artificial Intelligence in Scientific Publishing”. She began with a brief overview of the history of AI technology, followed by an introduction to the updated model known as Generative AI (GenAI), explaining how it works and what it can do. A survey reflecting researchers’ opinions on GenAI was presented, highlighting its potential risks. In alignment with the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) position statement, MDPI’s guidelines on the use of AI by both authors and reviewers were thoroughly explained. Examples of disclosure statements that authors should include when submitting their manuscripts were also provided. The session concluded with an introduction to several AI tools developed by MDPI’s AI team, designed to enhance service quality and empower MDPI staff to work more efficiently.

As we draw the curtains on the workshop at Chiang Mai University's Faculty of Nursing, we look back on a day filled with vibrant knowledge exchange and cross-disciplinary harmony. The active participation of researchers, educators, and students from various nursing specialties has been a clear indication of the workshop's success in equipping attendees with practical skills for high-impact publication, rigorous peer review, and AI-integrated research methods. Lively discussions on open-access trends, ethical publishing, and global research partnerships have emphasized the crucial role of open science in advancing nursing care and improving patient outcomes. This collaboration has further strengthened the enduring relationship between MDPI and Chiang Mai University, setting the stage for future collaborative initiatives.

Healthcare sciences and services is an interdisciplinary field focused on improving medical care and patient wellbeing by integrating research, technology, policy, management, and clinical practice. The primary aim of this field is to improve the quality and safety of care not only for individuals but also the wider global community by addressing public health challenges. By focusing on a wide range of topics such as disease prevention, treatment and long-term care, healthcare management, and informatics and digital health, this field ensures that care is effective, efficient, and centred around the needs of patients.

MDPI’s healthcare sciences and services cluster of journals has the mission to publish innovative research that will advance and improve how healthcare is delivered and managed. This cluster provides researchers and professionals with diverse publishing opportunities, ensuring that their work reaches the most relevant audiences and makes a meaningful impact across the field of health sciences and services.

The seven participating journals are as follows:

• Geriatrics (ISSN: 2308-3417) focuses on the health and healthcare of older people, with special emphasis on geriatric biology, geriatric health services research, geriatric medicine research, geriatric neurology, stroke, cognition and oncology, geriatric surgery, geriatric physical functioning, physical health and activity, geriatric psychiatry and psychology, geriatric nutrition, geriatric epidemiology, and geriatric rehabilitation. Geriatrics is led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Dr. Ralf Lobmann (Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Geriatrics, Clinical Centre Stuttgart—Katharinenhospital, Germany);
• The Journal of Ageing and Longevity (JAL, ISSN: 2673-9259) focuses on ageing, longevity, and gerontology, with special emphasis on the biology of ageing, the neurological aspects of ageing, the medical aspects of ageing, the physical aspects and issues of ageing, the psychological aspects of ageing, the public health and epidemiology of ageing, healthcare in ageing, and gerontechnology. JAL is led by Editors-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Graham P. Pawelec (¹Department of Immunology, University of Tübingen, Germany; ²Health Sciences North Research Institute, Sudbury, Canada) and Prof. Dr. Mark A. Tully (School of Medicine, Ulster University, UK);
• Healthcare (ISSN: 2227-9032) publishes original theoretical and empirical work in the interdisciplinary area of all aspects of medicine and healthcare research. This journal covers topics related to all aspects of medicine and healthcare research, including nursing, health assessment, early diagnosis, intensive care, health informatics, digital healthcare, mental health, patient safety, healthcare and sustainability, and health policy, as well as the treatment of short-term but severe illnesses, injuries, or other health conditions. Healthcare is led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Dr. Lorraine S. Evangelista (Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing, University of California, USA);
• Hospitals (ISSN: 2813-4524) covers all aspects of hospitals and healthcare institutions, including administration, clinical care, infrastructure, technology, economics, and workforce management. It emphasizes innovations in patient care, digital transformation, ethical practices, and public health roles, particularly in crisis response and global health equity. The scope also addresses challenges in low-resource settings, policy impacts, and strategies for sustainable, high-quality healthcare delivery. Hospitals is led by Editor-in-Chief Dr. Francisco Epelde (Internal Medicine Department, Hospital de Sabadell, University Autonoma of Barcelona, Spain);
• Hygiene (ISSN: 2673-947X) focuses on healthcare epidemiology, public health, and environment-related hygiene, with special emphasis on hygiene and epidemiology, global and environmental health, the surveillance and prevention of healthcare-associated infections, and infection prevention and control. We also welcome submissions with a focus on best practices that help maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases. Hygiene is led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Dr. Fernando Pérez-Rodríguez (Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Veterinary, Agrifood Campus of International Excellence, University of Cordoba, Spain);
• The International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (IJERPH, ISSN: 1660-4601) focuses on content related to health promotion and disease prevention, with special emphasis on global health, healthcare sciences, behavioural and mental health, infectious diseases, chronic diseases and disease prevention, exercise and health-related quality of life, and environmental health and environmental sciences. IJERPH is led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Dr. Paul B. Tchounwou (RCMI Center for Urban Health Disparities Research and Innovation, Richard N. Dixon Research Center, Morgan State University, USA);
• Nursing Reports (ISSN: 2039-4403) aims to influence the art and science of nursing by making rigorously conducted research accessible and understood to the full spectrum of practicing nurses, academics, educators, and interested members of the public. The journal aims to make a unique and important contribution to nursing and the broader healthcare community by addressing topics, theories, and issues that concern the discipline of nursing, including research, practice, policy, and education. Nursing Reports is led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Dr. Richard Gray (School of Nursing and Midwifery, La Trobe University, Australia).

MDPI’s mission and values:

As a pioneer in academic open access publishing, MDPI has been serving the scientific community since 1996. Our aim is to foster scientific exchange in all forms and across all disciplines. MDPI's guidelines for disseminating open science are based on the following values and guiding principles:

• Open Access—All our content is published in open access format and distributed under a Creative Commons License, providing free access to the latest research and allowing articles to be freely shared and content to be re-used with proper attribution;
• Timeliness and Efficiency—We rapidly publish novel research through a thorough editorial process, ensuring that a first decision is provided to authors in under 32 days and that papers are published within 7–10 days upon acceptance;
• Simplicity—We offer user-friendly tools and services on our integrated system to enhance the efficiency of our editorial process;
• High-Quality Service—We support scholars and their work by providing a range of options, such as publication in journals at mdpi.com, early publication at preprints.org, and the publication of conferences at sciforum.net, to positively impact research;
• Flexibility—We adapt and develop new tools and services to meet the changing needs of the research community, driven by feedback from authors, editors, and readers;
• Rooted in Sustainability—We ensure the long-term preservation of published papers and support the future of science through partnerships, sponsorships, and awards.

By adhering to these values and principles, MDPI remains committed to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting open science practices.

Selected Topics:

• “The Imperative of Patient Safety and Safety Culture in Contemporary Healthcare”;
• “Artificial Intelligence in Public Health: Current Trends and Future Possibilities, 2nd Edition”;
• “Healthy, Safe and Active Aging, 2nd Edition”;
• “Health Services Optimization, Improvement, and Management: Worldwide Experiences”.

Selected Articles:

Geriatrics
“Pulmonary Diseases in Older Patients: Understanding and Addressing the Challenges”
by Pushpa Raj Joshi
Geriatrics 2024, 9(2), 34; https://doi.org/10.3390/geriatrics9020034

Journal of Ageing and Longevity
“Association between Malnutrition Risk Factors and Physical Function in Community-Dwelling Adults ≥80 Years”
by Sussi F. Buhl, Pia Ø. Olsen, Trine Thilsing and Paolo Caserotti
J. Ageing Longev. 2023, 3(1), 33-45; https://doi.org/10.3390/jal3010003

Healthcare
“Overcoming Barriers: A Comprehensive Review of Chronic Pain Management and Accessibility Challenges in Rural America”
by Maxwell B. Baker, Eileen C. Liu, Micaiah A. Bully, Adam Hsieh, Ala Nozari, Marissa Tuler and Dhanesh D. Binda
Healthcare 2024, 12(17), 1765; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12171765

Hospitals
“Does Hospital–Physician Integration Improve Hospital Performance? Results from a USA Longitudinal Study”
by Soumya Upadhyay, Randyl A. Cochran and William Opoku-Agyeman
Hospitals 2024, 1(2), 172-184; https://doi.org/10.3390/hospitals1020014

Hygiene
“The Antimicrobial Resistance Pandemic Is Here: Implementation Challenges and the Need for the One Health Approach”
by Elena Ponzo, Silvia De Gaetano, Angelina Midiri, Giuseppe Mancuso, Presti Giovanna, Danna Giuliana, Sebastiana Zummo and Carmelo Biondo
Hygiene 2024, 4(3), 297-316; https://doi.org/10.3390/hygiene4030024

IJERPH
“An Evidence-Based Guide for Delivering Mental Healthcare Services in Farming Communities: A Qualitative Study of Providers’ Perspectives”
by Rebecca Purc-Stephenson, Nicole Roy, Adachukwu Chimaobi and Deanna Hood
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2024, 21(6), 791; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph21060791

Nursing Reports
“Moral Resilience Reduces Levels of Quiet Quitting, Job Burnout, and Turnover Intention among Nurses: Evidence in the Post COVID-19 Era”
by Petros Galanis, Ioannis Moisoglou, Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Irene Vraka, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou and Daphne Kaitelidou
Nurs. Rep. 2024, 14(1), 254-266; https://doi.org/10.3390/nursrep14010020