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The journal welcomes Bo Shen, Ph.D., and Luca Peruzzotti-Jametti, M.D., Ph.D. as Early Career Editors, bringing complementary strengths in stem cell niche biology and metabolism to the editorial board. Their perspectives will help ensure rigorous peer review, relevance, and global engagement.
The American Meteorological Society has partnered with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) to provide IPCC authors with access to peer-reviewed scientific publications. This collaboration ensures equitable access to critical climate science for researchers worldwide, particularly those from developing countries and fac...
Pensoft has welcomed the Swiss Journal of Palaeontology (SJP) and Swiss Journal of Geosciences (SJG) to its portfolio. Both journals have transitioned to open-access models, leveraging Pensoft's ARPHA publishing platform for streamlined processes and increased visibility.
The JAMA Editorial Fellowship Program has selected ten new fellows, including physicians and nurses from diverse backgrounds, to learn about editorial decision-making and enhance scientific communication skills. Fellows will observe the peer-review process firsthand and bring their unique expertise to the table.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has partnered with Research Networks to publish Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal, Computational and Structural Biotechnology Reports, and Brain Organoid & Systems Neuroscience Journal as Science Partner Journals. These journals will publish high-quality re...
Journals JDR and JDR Clinical & Translational Research now require open data sharing to facilitate replication, systematic reviews, and data reuse. This move aims to maximize the benefits from research investment and ensure transparency.
The Estuarine Management and Technologies journal has been accepted into the Directory of Open Access Journals, a key scientific index. The journal's recognition signifies its compliance with global standards of ethics, transparency, and quality.
A study analyzing millions of biomedical and life science articles reveals that female-authored articles spend longer under review than comparable male-authored articles across most fields. The disparity underscores the ongoing issue of women's underrepresentation in academia, particularly in STEMM fields.
A comprehensive Open Access (OA) agreement has been signed by Pensoft and the Bibsam Consortium, benefiting 97 research institutions in Sweden. Researchers can publish their findings without individual article processing charges, promoting accessible science and supporting global challenges.
Dr Anita Bandrowski has been awarded the 2026 APE Award for Innovation in Scholarly Communication for her innovative work on open research infrastructure. Her efforts have improved scientific transparency and reproducibility through the use of persistent identifiers, increasing discoverability to over a million RRIDs.
The journal is seeking early-career scientists to serve on its editorial team, providing hands-on experience and mentorship. Selected members will play an active role in shaping the journal's scientific vision and community engagement.
The JMIR-Bibsam partnership has seen a 40% increase in annual publishing by Swedish authors, with over 130 digital health articles published without author payment. The renewed agreement simplifies the publishing process, allowing corresponding authors to publish immediately upon publication.
Environmental Health Perspectives has joined the ACS Publications portfolio, ensuring continued publication of high-quality research articles connecting environmental factors to human health. The journal will remain open access with waived article publishing charges until the end of 2026.
PeerJ expands its scope to encompass research in Chemistry, Materials Science, and some fields of Engineering. The expanded scope allows for greater collaboration across disciplines, with new opportunities for authors.
Two US-based teams, FigureTwo and Syntheos, have won Digital Science's 2025 Catalyst Grant for their innovative data visualization projects. FigureTwo transforms static figures into interactive visuals, while Syntheos maps ideas across research communities to show impact.
A study compares article-level metrics with journal-level metrics, finding that most influential papers are published in lower-tier journals. Article-level data provides more recognition to most researchers than journal-level metrics.
The five-year partnership aims to equip Hiroshima University researchers with new open policies, promoting transparency and accessibility in their work. The collaboration will also provide practical guidance on open publishing pathways and encourage reform of the research evaluation system.
APS Open Science aims to broaden recognition for high-quality physics research across all stages of discovery. The journal will publish diverse research outputs while upholding rigorous review processes and promoting openness, inclusion, and broad participation.
Researchers at eight German institutions will benefit from the expanded agreement, which removes financial barriers to open access publishing in JMIR's portfolio of over 30 Gold Open Access journals. The partnership demonstrates a commitment to open science and bibliodiversity.
The STREAMS project has developed new global guidelines to improve how microbiome studies are reported, covering a wide range of environments and disciplines. The guidelines include 67 checklist items that guide researchers through each section of a scientific paper.
Contributions to Entomology is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal indexed in Scopus, reflecting its commitment to quality and accessibility. The journal publishes research on all aspects of entomology, including insect systematics, ecology, and applied entomology.
PRX Intelligence, a new open access journal from APS, publishes high-impact research on AI and machine learning advancing physical sciences. The journal accepts submissions starting Feb 2026, with flexible article formats and no publication charges for 2026 manuscripts.
A study published in PLOS One found that women authors comprise just 16.5% of first authors in a dataset of 878 retracted medical papers, despite accounting for at least 41% of first authors across biomedical publications. Women were also underrepresented among last authors and had fewer multiple retractions.
A new study found that nearly 1 in 5 citations generated by GPT-4o were entirely fabricated, while over two-thirds contained errors, indicating a major reliability issue. Researchers and journals must implement stronger safeguards to validate accuracy and authenticity.
Four researchers from LSU's Pennington Biomedical Research Center have been named among the world's most highly cited scientists. Dr. Steven Heymsfield, Dr. Peter Katzmarzyk, Dr. Eric Ravussin and Dr. Donna Ryan are recognized for their significant and broad influence in their respective fields.
JMIR Publications has integrated Signals Manuscript Checks into its publication process, utilizing AI-powered tools to streamline research integrity evaluations. This partnership aims to increase efficiency and quality, ensuring high standards of scientific integrity in published research.
The Annals of the Natural History Museum Vienna is now published by Pensoft under a modern diamond open-access model. The journal publishes original research on various scientific fields, enhancing its digital transformation with Linked Open Data and OpenBiodiv Biodiversity knowledge graphs.
PLOS has launched PLOS Aging and Health and PLOS Ecosystems to address critical challenges in aging research and ecosystems. The new journals aim to promote open science principles, accelerate scientific progress, and support the highest standard of research ethics.
The Phase 3 study demonstrated the safety and non-inferiority of EuTYPH-C Inj.® Multi-dose compared to a World Health Organization (WHO) prequalified comparator TCV, Typbar TCV®. The vaccine was shown to be well-tolerated across all age groups with no serious adverse events.
The partnership designates JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology as the official journal of MCBIOS, ensuring high-visibility publication of cutting-edge bioinformatics research. The agreement also provides benefits such as a discount on article processing fees and virtual education and training for MCBIOS members.
Scientists at Max Born Institute develop technique to generate µJ-level tunable few-fs UV pulses in VUV range. They successfully characterized few-fs pulses tuned between 160 and 190 nm using electron FROG, revealing pulse duration of 2-3 fs.
A study has identified over 240 scientific publications with potentially problematic images, casting doubt on the validity of these studies. The findings highlight the need for journals and publishers to investigate image-related issues carefully to ensure the trustworthiness of animal-based research in this field.
Cancer Communications, a new journal published through the AAAS Science Partner Journal program, aims to bridge global oncology insights and clinical impact. The journal welcomes submissions on various cancer research topics, including clinical trials, epidemiology, and molecular biology.
The 2026 APE Award for Innovation in Scholarly Communication is now open for applications. The award celebrates innovators who bring new ways of thinking and collaborative approaches to improve scholarly communication. Past recipients include Dr Daniel Hook, CEO of Digital Science.
Dr. Wendy K. Chung, MD, PhD, receives the 2026 Mary Ellen Avery Neonatal Research Award for her outstanding contributions to neonatal health through basic or translational research. Her discoveries have transformed newborn screening and improved health outcomes for children with congenital anomalies.
Using extreme ultraviolet high-harmonic interferometry, researchers tracked changes in the electronic bandgap of silica glass and magnesium oxide under strong laser excitation. The study found a shrinking bandgap in silica and a widening bandgap in magnesium oxide.
The journal will benefit from improved publishing infrastructure and increased visibility for its published research. Phytologia Balcanica is an international journal in plant sciences, publishing original scientific articles across various fields.
A study by Harvard University found that EurekAlert! press releases were 4 times more likely to receive U.S. media coverage than journal articles without press releases. The researchers analyzed 1,155 archaeology papers and found that over 90% of those published in top journals were covered by at least one major U.S. news outlet.
The Public Library of Science (PLOS) has partnered with the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) in India, allowing MAHE researchers to publish unlimited in all PLOS journals through 2026. This agreement shifts publishing costs from authors to research institutions, promoting open access and barrier-free publishing.
A new tool called the QQM Checklist has been developed to address gaps in existing methods for evaluating quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods studies. The checklist is a concise, versatile tool that enhances rigor in assessing diverse study types and supports more transparent, evidence-based decisions.
The US Climate Collection aims to publish U.S.-focused climate assessment science and research synthesis papers to inform future national and sub-national assessments. The collection welcomes studies that advance the evidence-based design of future U.S. assessments of climate risks and solutions.
Iowa State University becomes the first US research university to adopt JMIR's flat-fee unlimited open access publishing model. This partnership removes administrative costs and supports open science.
JMIR Publications has launched a new 'News & Perspectives' section, providing in-depth analysis on the implications of increased political oversight in US research. The section aims to bring rigor and integrity to digital health news, empowering researchers, policymakers, and health professionals to stay ahead of the curve.
Witten/Herdecke University has joined the Flat-Fee Unlimited Open Access Publishing Agreement, eliminating financial barriers to open access publishing in JMIR Publications journals. The partnership aims to increase international visibility of research and provide positive momentum for researchers.
The Flat-Fee Unlimited Open Access Partnership between JMIR Publications and Jisc has expanded to cover 22 UK research institutions. Participating authors can publish in JMIR's Gold Open Access journals without APCs, simplifying the publication process.
A study published in PLOS Biology found that women from lower-income countries with non-English first languages publish 70% fewer papers than men, while non-native English speakers at early career stages outperform native English speakers. The authors call for an effort to consider these factors when assessing scientists' performance.
Barbara Casadei has been appointed as the next Editor in Chief of JAMA Cardiology, bringing her expertise in cardiovascular research to the role. She aims to broaden the journal's global impact and drive the evolution of cardiology.
A new AI tool has identified over 1,000 'questionable' scientific journals, including those that charge hundreds or thousands of dollars to publish research without proper vetting. The AI system uses six criteria to evaluate journals, including editorial board composition and website quality.
The American Meteorological Society honors individuals and organizations with the 2026 Awards and Honors, recognizing their exceptional work in weather, water, and climate research. This year's recipients include scientists awarded prestigious medals for groundbreaking research in atmospheric dynamics, hydrology, and remote sensing.
The latest issue of SLAS Technology highlights significant advancements in biomedicine and diagnostics, with AI-powered tools achieving 99.9% accuracy in detecting monkeypox. Additionally, the journal showcases innovative lab technologies, including multi-camera zebrafish assays and infection-proof titanium implants.
A systematic review of 96 papers across 17 years found that researchers consider sharing findings a moral obligation, yet this happens frequently and unpredictably. The review highlights the need for future research on disseminating health research results to study participants.
Researchers at Texas A&M University have developed a smart plastic that can self-heal and adapt to extreme conditions, making it ideal for aerospace and automotive applications. The material's unique properties allow it to restore its shape after deformation, improve vehicle safety, and reduce environmental waste.
Emerald Publishing has adopted Dimensions Author Check to improve research integrity and transparency. The platform provides a fast and reliable way for publishers to verify authors' publishing and collaboration histories, helping them spot unusual activities such as retractions or atypical collaboration patterns.
A new study uncovers coordinated efforts of paper mills, brokers, and infiltrated journals to fabricate research, pay for authorships, and citations. Millions of dollars are involved in these processes, with the problem so widespread that it's outpacing legitimate scientific publications.
Researchers, particularly young scholars, feel anxiety about using statistical methods due to institutional demands. This pressure affects judgement and well-being, with some even justifying flawed analytical choices for significant outcomes.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has launched a new journal, Civil Engineering Sciences, which aims to publish interdisciplinary and cutting-edge works on discoveries and innovations in civil engineering. The journal will promote future reform and innovation in civil engineering science and technology.
The Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening's two scientific journals, SLAS Discovery and SLAS Technology, have achieved substantial impact factor increases due to open access publishing. This shift has led to higher citations and visibility for authors, with SLAS Technology experiencing a notable rise of 1.2 points to 3.7.
Public universities in Spain dominate scientific research, producing over 95% of total publications and receiving the majority of competitive funding. They also attract top talent and drive innovation, with nearly all prestigious postdoctoral fellowships going to public university researchers.
The journal has achieved a Scopus CiteScore of 5.5 and ranks in Q1 for both Ecology and Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics categories. Its first Journal Impact Factor at 2.5 highlights its impact and relevance to the academic community.
This issue of SLAS Technology features a high-precision microfluidic flow splitter that outperforms commercial alternatives, enabling even flow division and simplifying multi-inlet perfusion. The journal showcases technological leaps in the life sciences, including rapid pathogen detection and AI-driven insights into schizophrenia.