Testimonials

Our first experience publishing with Gels was a very pleasant one. The review process has been quite fast, with the reviewers providing useful comments and feedback that significantly improved our manuscript. We are also very grateful for the swift and kind support from the Editorial Office during the revision process. We hope to publish in Gels in the future and will strongly suggest it to our colleagues.

Article in Gels: Gelatin/Cerium-Doped Bioactive Glass Composites for Enhancing Cellular Functions of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells (hBMSCs)

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The process for publishing our article in Gels was very constructive. The reviewers contributed comments that improved the submitted article. In addition, we consider that the time between submission and publication was very fast. We thank the reviewers and editors for their excellent performance.

Article in Gels: Poloxamer-Driven Drug Delivery System for Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Using Small-Angle Neutron Scattering Approach

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Publishing with Gels has been a truly satisfying experience. From the very beginning, the editorial team was incredibly responsive, supportive, and patient in addressing every one of my queries. Their clear communication and timely updates made the entire peer-review and publication process smooth and stress-free. I was particularly impressed by how professionally they handled each step, guiding me with genuine care and clarity; the process felt personal, not mechanical. I highly recommend Gels to fellow researchers seeking not just the high-quality publication of their work, but a collaborative and respectful editorial experience.

Article in Gels: Development and Optimization of Kunzea ericoides Nanoemulgel Using a Quality by Design Approach for Transdermal Anti-Inflammatory Therapy

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The review process has been quite rapid, with the reviewers providing useful comments and feedback. Gels will definitely play a significant role in bringing visibility to our work and the topic it explores.

Article in Gels: Observation of Molecular Complexes in Oligo-Phenylenevinylene (OPV) Organogels by Neutron Diffraction

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Publishing our article in Gels (MDPI) was a pleasant and constructive experience, given the fast and fair peer review process, which helped us bring our manuscript up to a high quality. We would like to express our appreciation and gratitude to both the professional and kind reviewers who supported our efforts and to the very efficient editorial team.

Article in Gels: Innovative Protein Gel Treatments to Improve the Quality of Tomato Fruit

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During the peer-review process, the reviewers made many comments to help us improve the manuscript. Responding to questions raised by professional reviewers invited by the journal can greatly improve the quality of the article, and the editor helped us improve the manuscript conscientiously and responsibly. We thank the editors and the reviewers very much for the reliable peer-review process.

Article in Gels: Novel Environmentally Responsive Polyvinyl Polyamine Hydrogels Capable of Phase Transformation with Temperature for Applications in Reservoir Profile Control

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We are pleased to publish our work in Gels. The peer-review process was very fast and helpful in improving our manuscript. We would like to express our appreciation for the assistance and cooperation of the editorial staff. The entire process was conducted smoothly. We are highly satisfied with this publication experience.

Article in Gels: Evaluation of Mitigation Role of L-Phenylalanine-Based Low-Molecular-Weight Gelator against Oil Pollution-Induced Nile Tilapia Toxicity

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"This is the first time I have been published in Gels. The process of submission and publication is very fast compared to many journals. The support from the editorial office during the revision process was also quite helpful. We hope to publish in Gels in the future, and I will strongly suggest it to my colleagues."

Article in Gels: Study of Ag Nanoparticles in a Polyacrylamide Hydrogel Dosimeters by Optical Technique

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“I was invited to publish a manuscript in MDPI’s new journal Gels. I knew the quality of MDPI as I had previously published in Polymers. I gladly accepted the offer of publishing with no charges with it being a new open access journal. The publishing process was conducted most efficiently, despite the time needed to address critics received from reviewers that ultimately improved the manuscript. I noticed an enviable professionalism and efficiency, in particular the availability and kindness of the publisher. If I have the opportunity in the future, I will gladly send another manuscript for publication."

Article in Gels: Polyelectrolyte Hydrogel Platforms for the Delivery of Antidepressant Drugs

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"Our experience in the publication of a review in the new journal "Gels" was very positive. The manuscript was reviewed by experts that gave appropriate recommendations to improve the text. The review and the publication process was done in a very fast, professional and efficient way."

Article in Gels: Magnetic Gel Composites for Hyperthermia Cancer Therapy

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"I have had a good experience in publishing our manuscript in Gels. The review and the publishing process were very fast and efficient. Moreover, the reviewer’s reports were constructive and positive. I am looking forward to working with you again!"

Article in Gels: Magnetic Gel Composites for Hyperthermia Cancer Therapy

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"I was very happy to publish in this new review; I like the name "Gels" which is simple and clear on the topic. The publishing procedure was also simple and rapid and the help coming from the editors was efficient. I am sure that "Gels" will have a nice future."

Article in Gels: Mechanical Properties and Brittle Behavior of Silica Aerogels

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"We received an online invitation to submit an article for a special edition in Gels. Being a new open access journal with presently no publishing charges, it was an excellent opportunity to publish research with universal access. We found the initial editing process crisp and subsequent reviewing process smooth. The managing editor was also very forthcoming regarding our questions and issues. We now find it advantageous to publish our future work in this journal."

Article in Gels: On the Road to Biopolymer Aerogels—Dealing with the Solvent

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"I submitted a manuscript to this new journal, focusing on the attractive topic of gel materials, after receiving an invitation from a highly qualified editor. The referee’s comments were sent to us within a short time and the whole publication process was smooth and fast. One feature I appreciated particularly was the rapid online publication, it allowed our paper to be accessible within just a few days after its final acceptance. I will definitely consider publishing more of my work on this journal in the near future, as well as recommend it to my colleagues."

Article in Gels: Biosynthesis and Characterization of Cross-Linked Fmoc Peptide-Based Hydrogels for Drug Delivery Applications

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