MDPI's journal portfolio is now indexed in Scite and discoverable through the Scite MCP, enabling researchers to access content in AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot. This collaboration provides attribution, links to the Version of Record, and article-level usage reporting.
Dr. Constanze Schelhorn takes on the role of Chief Publishing Officer, bringing 10 years of experience to strengthen MDPI's publishing practices and navigate the evolving scholarly publishing landscape. Her expertise and perspective will be valuable in developing publishing practices and serving researchers and academic communities.
A study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences found that creatinine-based formulas failed to detect rapid kidney function decline in 37% of cases, while classifying nearly 40% of cases incorrectly. The research highlights the need for more accurate methods for estimating kidney function.
The 12th World Sustainability Forum (WSF-12) recognized scientific excellence through Oral Awards and Poster Awards, celebrating outstanding research contributions. The MDPI Sustainability Foundation Awards honored three researchers for advancing sustainability science and delivering meaningful societal impact.
The Open Access Journal of Italian Medical Laboratory (JDReAM) has been revived by MDPI, aiming to promote high-quality, interdisciplinary research in medicine. The journal, led by Prof. Michele Maffia and Prof. Prisco Piscitelli, publishes research addressing human health and disease from various scientific perspectives.
The MDPI Subject Workshop: Microelectronics, Microsystems, Sensors, and Their Applications will explore a broad range of topics, including microelectronics, microsystems, sensors, and their applications. Researchers and industry professionals will gather to exchange knowledge and discuss emerging technologies.
Professor Röthlisberger's work has pioneered ab initio molecular dynamics and QM/MM multiscale simulation methods, providing rigorous frameworks for investigating complex molecular processes. Her research has guided scientific discovery in areas like quantum chemistry, materials science, and sustainable energy.
MDPI has acquired three Swiss journals, including SANPP, PHC, and Cardiovascular Medicine, to expand its healthcare portfolio. The journals will be free to read and share via MDPI's OA platform, promoting discussions and integrative clinical care in neurology, psychiatry, and primary healthcare.
In the 2026 Journal Citation Reports (JCR), MDPI journals demonstrate continued growth in visibility and influence of OA research. A total of 33 journals achieved a JIF of 5.0 or higher, with Machine Learning and Knowledge Extraction rising to 8.4.
MDPI's Ethicality system automatically screens manuscripts for research integrity issues, with human editors reviewing flagged cases. The tool detects potential problems such as plagiarism, manipulated images, and AI-generated content.
The Consortium of Swiss Academic Libraries (CSAL) has renewed its publishing agreement with MDPI, making open access publishing more accessible to researchers across Switzerland. The partnership grants substantial discounts on article processing charges (APCs), with a 20% discount offered to researchers.
Preprints.org announces a new award to recognize widely read and shared preprints from the past decade. The platform, which hosts over 126,000 preprints, aims to increase early research dissemination across the scholarly community and the wider public.
The Journal of Fast-Track Health will publish original research on global health challenges, including communicable and non-communicable diseases. The journal aims to bridge the gap between urban and national health responses through rigorous science and practice-oriented approaches.
The Italian Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics has partnered with MDPI to publish its Journal of Gerontology and Geriatrics in open access. The journal, which was founded in 1953, will transition to a digital-only format starting with Volume 74, Issue 1 in March 2026.
MDPI has opened its first US office in Philadelphia, serving as a central hub for scholarly engagement across the country. The new office will provide regional support to US scholars, manage scholar visits, and represent MDPI at conferences throughout the US.
In 2025, MDPI saw a 12% increase in manuscript submissions while growing its journal portfolio to 500 titles. The publisher invested in new staff members globally, focusing on research integrity and technology, resulting in comprehensive indexing in leading databases. This reflects sustained researcher confidence and MDPI's commitment ...
More than 1,000 institutions have joined MDPI's Institutional Open Access Program (IOAP), spanning 59 countries. The agreements provide streamlined submission processes and discounted Article Processing Charges, increasing accessibility for global research communities.
Sangwoo Lee brings over 20 years of experience in communications to lead MDPI's operations in South Korea. The appointment coincides with the launch of MDPI's 500th journal, Journal of Innovation, with Prof. Dr. Junic Kim as founding Editor-in-Chief.
In 2024, MDPI published 238,000 peer-reviewed open-access articles, tripling its research integrity team size. The publisher expanded its global workforce to 6,650 staff across 21 offices, publishing more than 25 million downloads of fully open-access research.