Announcements

MDPI, in collaboration with King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), is pleased to announce the successful co-organization of an academic publishing exchange. This initiative was designed to equip researchers and scholars with essential skills for navigating the complexities of academic publishing. Hosted at KMITL’s prestigious facilities, the session aimed to enhance participants' understanding of the publication process, refine their English writing proficiency, facilitate effective communication with peer reviewers, and explore the innovative applications of artificial intelligence in publishing. By uniting experts from MDPI and KMITL, a dynamic platform was created for knowledge exchange and professional development.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kittichai Kasemsarn opened the session by expressing his enthusiasm for academic publishing and the opportunities it brings to researchers. As the Vice Dean for Research and Innovation at the School of Architecture, Art, and Design, KMITL, he emphasized the importance of high-quality publications in advancing research impact and fostering innovation within the academic community. He warmly welcomed MDPI’s presence and highlighted the value of collaboration between KMITL and MDPI in promoting accessible and impactful research dissemination. He acknowledged the growing importance of open access publishing and expressed appreciation for the insights and support MDPI provides to researchers in navigating the academic publishing landscape.

In the first session, Dr. Phranot Ajkidkarn, Editorial Team Leader at MDPI’s Bangkok Office, introduced MDPI as a leading open access publisher dedicated to advancing research through rapid peer review and global dissemination. He explained the meaning of open access, emphasizing its role in increasing visibility, citation potential, and societal impact by making research freely available. He then highlighted three related MDPI journals: Sustainability, focusing on sustainable development and environmental policies; Buildings, covering architecture, construction, and energy-efficient design; and Heritage, dedicated to cultural heritage preservation and conservation. Encouraging participants to explore publishing opportunities, he concluded by welcoming discussions on manuscript preparation and submission.

The second session was shared by Dr. Krit Inthajak, MDPI’s regional journal relations specialist in Asia-Pacific, with the topic “How to Write Scientific Papers in English”. This session covered how to prepare a manuscript before submitting it to a publishing institute and highlighted the importance of collecting and analyzing literature reviews as the first step. Next, he illustrated each main section of the manuscript, including the front matter, the main text, and the back matter. Examples of manuscripts on different research subjects were presented and compared to enable a better understanding of what the readers would expect, and how it would gain their interest.

The third session, titled “How to Respond to Peer-Reviewers”, was presented by Ms. Hathaipat Kittirojana, a Regional Journal Relations Specialist. She discussed various aspects of the open access publishing model and the reviewer process at MDPI. During the session, she addressed the questions raised. Some participants inquired about how MDPI conducts the similarity check upon submission, while others were curious about how to proceed when receiving contradicting review comments. She also offered practical advice for responding to reviewers and shared insights into the types of feedback authors may face during revisions. In conclusion, she encouraged the audience to remain positive, open-minded, and professional when replying to reviewers.

The final session of the Academic Publishing Exchange program was “Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Scientific Publishing”, presented by Ms. Ploy Assavajamroon, Regional Journal Relations Specialist. After giving a brief introduction to AI technology, which is now extensively employed, she went into detail about its potential and how it affects scientific publishing, stressing both its advantages and disadvantages. This presentation also reviewed criteria for AI, authorship, and the peer-review procedure in detail, in accordance with the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) position statement. Lastly, the AI tools built by MDPI's AI team were introduced, demonstrating their potential to improve processes and services for both internal and external users.

Reflecting on the conclusion of this enriching workshop, we are delighted to recognize the fruitful exchange of ideas and expertise between MDPI and KMITL. The active engagement and insightful discussions among scholars, faculty members, and MDPI representatives highlighted the event's significance. Participants gained a deeper comprehension of the publication process, developed a greater appreciation for peer review intricacies, and explored the transformative potential of AI in academic publishing. This partnership strengthened the robust relationship between MDPI and KMITL, paving the way for future collaborations that will further promote academic excellence and innovation. We express our gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the academic advancement of the KMITL community and eagerly anticipate future joint endeavors that align with our shared commitment to advancing research and scholarship.

MDPI will be attending the 11th National Congress of the Chinese Society for Mineralogy Petrology and Geochemistry (CSMPG), which will be held in Wuhan, China, from 18 to 20 April 2025. The CSMPG 2025 is organized by the Chinese Society for Mineralogy, Petrology, and Geochemistry and co-organized by the School of Earth Sciences, China University of Geosciences, State Key Laboratory of Geological Processes and Mineral Resources, and Institute of Geochemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences. The conference aims to facilitate academic exchanges in mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry, and related research fields.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

• Minerals;
• Geosciences;
• Sustainability;
• Resources.

If you plan to attend the conference, please pay a visit to 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 following website: https://csmpg.meeting666.com/.

Glaciers are among the most important components of the Earth’s cryosphere, serving as natural reservoirs of freshwater, regulators of sea levels, and indicators of climate variability. Their role in sustaining ecosystems and human societies is unparalleled, yet they are increasingly threatened by rising global temperatures.

The scientific evidence underscores the alarming rate of glacier retreat, with profound implications for water security, sea-level rise, and the frequency of climate-related hazards such as floods and landslides. The loss of these ice masses not only disrupts hydrological cycles but also poses significant challenges to communities and economies worldwide.

Date: 19 March 2025 at 9 a.m. CET | 3 a.m. EDT | 4 p.m. CST
Webinar ID: 851 1794 7801
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/WDFG2025

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

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Program:

Webinar Speakers:

• Dr. Abror Gafurov, GFZ German Research Centre for Geoscience, Telegrafenberg, 14473 Potsdam, Germany;
• Dr. Danilo Godone, Research Institute for Geo-Hydrological Protection, Torino, Italy.

In honor of 2025 World Meteorological Day observed on 24 March, MDPI is hosting a special webinar bringing together researchers and experts to discuss the importance of meteorology in ensuring societal safety and wellbeing. This webinar will provide a platform for meaningful discussions and knowledge exchange on the importance of closing the early warning gap in the face of climate change. 2025

Date: 24 March 2025
Time: 5:00 p.m. CET | 12:00 p.m. EDT 
Webinar ID: 825 1947 6033
Webinar Secretariat: journal.webinar@mdpi.com
Webinar announcement: https://sciforum.net/event/MWMDW3

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Webinar Chair and Keynote Speakers:

• Prof. Dr. Bruce McCarl, Department of Agricultural Economics, Texas A&M University, USA;
• Dr. A. K. M. Azad Hossain, Department of Biology, Geology and Environmental Science, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Chattanooga, USA;
• Prof. Dr. Akira Tokuhiro, Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa, Canada.

Relevant Special Issues:
“Integrating Remote Sensing, Machine Learning, and Process-Based Modelling for Monitoring Environmental and Agricultural Landscapes Under Climate Change”
Guest Editors: Dr. Michael Gbenga Ogungbuyi and Dr. Dimitrios D. Alexakis
Deadline for manuscript submission: 28 June 2025

“The Application of Weather and Climate Research in the Energy Sector”
Guest Editors: Dr. Alberto Troccoli, Dr. Laurent Dubus and Prof. Dr. Sue Ellen Haupt
Deadline for manuscript submission: 10 June 2025

“Tropical Cyclones and Their Impacts (2nd Edition)”
Guest Editor: Prof. Dr. Corene Matyas
Deadline for manuscript submission: 30 September 2025

“Climate Change Impacts on Hydrologic Variables across Timescales and Spatial Scale”
Guest Editors: Dr. Yang Zhou and Dr. Yang Zhou
Deadline for manuscript submission: 31 May 2025

“Hydrological Insights for Sustainable Ecosystem Management Under Climate Change”
Guest Editors: Dr. Gowhar Meraj, Dr. Shruti Kanga and Dr. Pankaj Kumar
Deadline for manuscript submission: 30 June 2025

MDPI will be attending the XVI International Mineral Processing and Recycling Conference, which will be held in Belgrade, Serbia, from 28 to 30 May 2025. IMPRC 2025 is organized every two years by the Technical Faculty in Bor, a member of the University of Belgrade, and co-organized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia. The conference aims to create an international forum for academics, researchers, and scientists from around the world to present their latest research results, ideas, and developments regarding issues related to mineral processing and recycling technologies and related areas.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

• Minerals;
• Recycling;
• Environments;
• Processes;
• Sustainability;
• Waste;
• Metals.

If you are attending the conference, please 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 following website: https://imprc.tfbor.bg.ac.rs/.

In honor of the  2025 International Day of Forests, MDPI is hosting a special webinar to bring together researchers and experts to discuss the integral part that forests play in food security.

This webinar will provide a platform for meaningful discussions and exchanges of knowledge regarding the importance of forests in agriculture, biodiversity conservation, and climate regulation.

Date: 21 March 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m. CET | 10:00 a.m. EDT
Webinar ID: 899 3503 6790
Webinar Secretariat: journal.webinar@mdpi.com
Webinar announcement: https://sciforum.net/event/IDFW25

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Webinar Chair and Keynote Speaker:

• Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman, Division of Forest and Biomaterials Science, Graduate School of Agriculture, Kyoto University, Japan;
• Mr. Brian Huberty, President, Minnesota Forestry Association Remote Sensing Advisor, SharedGeo.org.

Relevant Special Issues:
“Remote Sensing of Post-fire Environmental Damage and Forest Recovery: New Challenges and Approaches”
Guest Editors:  Dr. Alfonso Fernández-Manso and Dr. Carmen Quintano
Deadline for manuscript submission: 30 May 2025

“Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Vegetation Management: Forestry, Agriculture and Protected Areas”
Guest Editor:  Prof. Dr. Levente Hufnagel
Deadline for manuscript submission: 30 June 2025

MDPI is pleased to announce our participation in the 2025 AAG Annual Meeting (AAG 2025), held from 24 to 28 March 2025 in Detroit, MI, USA.

AAG 2025 will revolve around the theme of “Making Spaces of Possibility”. It will bring together geographers of many perspectives and specialties to learn from Detroit, envisioning solutions for the region it is part of and for places around the world.

To make spaces of possibility is to leverage geographic insight, knowledge, and tools to counter the historical legacies of racial exclusion and (settler) colonialism; to address current threats to democracy and the environment; and to work toward climate justice.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the event:

• Remote Sensing;
• Sustainability;
• Earth;
• Geographies;
• Climate;
• Hydrology;
• Land;
• Water;
• Fire;
• Atmosphere;
• World;
• Drones;
• Geomatics;
• Quaternary.

If you are attending AAG 2025, we invite you to visit us at booth #111. Our representatives, Mr. Elvis Wang and Ms. Sofia Zelko, will be available to discuss publishing opportunities, the benefits of open access, and our commitment to advancing geosciences research.

For more information about the conference, please visit its official website: https://www.aag.org/events/aag2025/.

MDPI is pleased to share a significant milestone in its mission to advance scholarly research and promote the dissemination of knowledge—300+ MDPI journals are now indexed in Web of Science (WoS). This milestone highlights the global recognition, interdisciplinary impact and enhanced visibility of our journals. It also reflects our adherence to rigorous editorial standards, scientific integrity, and our mission to foster open scientific exchange in all forms, across all disciplines. 

To explore the full list of our journals indexed in WoS, please visit https://www.mdpi.com/about/journals/wos. Beyond expanding the coverage of our publications in the leading academic databases, we are dedicated to ensuring that our journals are included in as many scope-specific databases as possible. This increases the visibility of our authors’ work and extends the reach of their significant data. 

This milestone would not have been possible without the efforts and expertise of our academic editors, reviewers and authors. Their commitment and collaboration have been instrumental in creating an inclusive, accessible, and impactful publishing platform. We also extend our gratitude to the global research community for their trust as we continue to break new ground in academic publishing. This milestone is not just a celebration of MDPI’s progress but also recognition of the collective strides made by researchers worldwide. 

As we celebrate this remarkable accomplishment, MDPI remains steadfast in its commitment to open access publishing and ensuring that high-quality research reaches and inspires a global audience.

MDPI is pleased to announce our participation in the 1st International Congress on Sustainable Food, Green Chemistry and Human Nutrition (GreenNutriFood 2025), which will be held from 7 to 9 April 2025, in Dubrovnik, Croatia.

The 1st International Congress on Sustainable Food, Green Chemistry and Human Nutrition (GreenNutriFood 2025) will take place on the stunning Dubrovnik Riviera. We are excited to meet all of you and to share the new research advances and latest scientific knowledge in food science and technology, human nutrition and green chemistry.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the event:

• Foods;
• Sci;
• Antioxidants;
• Applied Biosciences;
• Gastronomy;
• Nutrients;
• Sustainability.

If you are attending GreenNutriFood 2025, we warmly invite you to visit our booth. Our representatives will be available to discuss publishing opportunities, open access benefits and our commitment to advancing materials research.

For more information about the conference, please visit the official website here: https://greennutrifood.pbf.hr/.

MDPI is hosting a Scientific Publishing Exchange with Newcastle University in Singapore. This session will offer authors a comprehensive overview of the open access landscape, including MDPI’s processes and opportunities tailored for postgraduate students pursuing a part-time Ph.D. This workshop aims to provide participants with practical tools and insights to navigate the journey from manuscript preparation to successful publication.

Date: 6 March 2025

Time: 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Venue: Zoom (virtual)

Registration link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLVSDPB

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Chair and speakers: