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Researchers tackle pressing challenges in drug discovery with innovative approaches, including high-throughput TRIP13 inhibitors and tau aggregation blockers. The journal focuses on advancing life sciences discovery and technology via education, knowledge exchange and global community building.
Scientists have observed ultra-narrow bright and dark stripes on the solar photosphere, offering unprecedented insight into how magnetic fields shape solar surface dynamics. These striations are linked to magnetic fluctuations that alter plasma density and opacity.
Scientists have developed a groundbreaking adaptive optics system that removes blur from images of the Sun's corona, revealing clearest images to date. The technology has produced remarkable observations of fine-structure in the corona, including raindrops and turbulent internal flows.
A new research paper published in Aging-US identified unintentional weight loss as the strongest predictor of fall risk among Taiwanese elderly. The study found that analyzing each frailty feature individually provided more accurate predictions of fall risk than using a broad frailty label.
UNAM and Taylor & Francis announce a three-year agreement to publish research articles in over 2,400 journals. This move aims to boost the global reach and impact of UNAM's research.
New indicators have been introduced to Taylor & Francis journal articles to inform readers when cited research has been retracted or updated. These updates ensure researchers are fully informed about the status of the research and can make informed decisions.
Researchers discovered that METTL3, an oncogene, regulates the expression of SMAD4 via miR-146a-5p in OSCC. This pathway can potentially have therapeutic implications for treating oral squamous cell carcinoma.
The inaugural Joint Congress brings together paediatric and adult endocrine specialists to learn from each other, collaborate, and celebrate endocrinology. Over 7,500 delegates from 100 countries attend the event to experience the latest research and developments.
GigaScience Press has won the first-ever Crossref Metadata Award, recognizing its efforts in providing high-quality metadata for its journal GigaByte. The award highlights the press's commitment to making research more discoverable and accessible through rich metadata standards.
Prof Chen brings extensive experience to the role, with a focus on clinically translatable theranostics. He aims to catalyse collaboration and accelerate knowledge exchange in the global nanomedicine community.
The Psychedelics journal has expanded its focus to include all psychoactive drugs, challenging traditional classifications and embracing a broader understanding of consciousness-altering substances. This move aims to reveal novel therapeutic applications and deepen human knowledge of the mind.
Impact Journals will exhibit its publications, including Aging-US, Oncotarget, and Genes & Cancer, at the SSP 47th Annual Meeting. The event aims to reimagine the future of scholarly publishing and aligns with Impact Journals' mission to foster open and impactful scientific communication.
The American Geophysical Union (AGU) and the American Meteorological Society (AMS) are collaborating on a special collection to maintain momentum in climate change research supporting the US National Climate Assessment. This effort aims to sustain the work of authors who were dismissed earlier this week by the Trump Administration.
Aging-US invites submissions for a Special Collection on cellular senescence, focusing on its mechanisms, physiological and pathological functions, and clinical applications. The collection honors Dr. Judith Campisi's groundbreaking work on senescence in aging, cancer, and tissue homeostasis.
Nicolas Hubert joins Zoosystematics and Evolution as Deputy Editor-in-Chief, bringing experience and expertise in ichthyology and genetics. He will drive further development and growth of the open-access journal.
The RFS Awards in Science 2024 recognize outstanding peer-reviewed research by women and underrepresented minorities in STEM. The awards honor the best papers written in 2024, with winners receiving a $1,000 cash prize and free access to their publications for 90 days.
The Hong Kong Bauhinia Genome Project has completed a decade-long effort to sequence the DNA of Hong Kong's floral emblem, revealing 28 complete chromosomes and solving the species' parentage. The project's T2T genome assembly provides insights into genetic mechanisms underlying its vibrant blooms and ecological adaptability.
The 2025 BioOne Ambassador Award recognizes exceptional early-career researchers who are advancing public understanding of science through effective communication. The award highlights their outstanding research and commitment to sharing their work with a broader audience.
A new study from the University of Missouri highlights how 'smoothed' graphs can help doctors better manage patients with hypertension. The findings suggest that these graphs can reduce errors in assessing blood pressure control, potentially alleviating pressure on the healthcare system.
A recent study found that only eight percent of papers in the prestigious Nature Physics journal had a woman senior author. This disparity is particularly concerning given Canada's overall underrepresentation of women physicists, with 29% of professionals identified as female in a 2020 physics community survey.
Stephen S. Morse has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief of Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Journal, with a focus on building knowledge on preventive measures. Dr. Morse will oversee the journal's content, ensuring it translates science into practice and integrates medical and public health perspectives.
SKINdeep, a new international journal on translational dermatology and clinical studies, is now available online. The journal features original articles, reviews, and perspectives on skin diseases and their therapeutic relevance.
The journal will publish research exploring digital health and advance care planning for older adults, including caregiver integration and technological innovation support. JMIR Aging boasts a strong impact in the field, with a Journal Impact Factor of 5.0 and a CiteScore of 6.5.
Researchers from DTU found that a sustainable diet can allow for up to 255g of poultry or pork per week without harming the planet. However, moderate amounts of red meat exceed planetary boundaries. The study suggests that pescetarian, vegetarian, and vegan diets can be healthy and sustainable.
The American Physical Society has received the leading score among publishers participating in SCOAP3 for its investment in open science practices. The Society earned high marks in elements like data availability, article metadata, and persistent identifiers.
Researchers found that adults under 50 with migraine headaches and certain heart defects are at increased risk of stroke. The study highlights the importance of assessing both traditional and nontraditional risk factors in younger people to prevent strokes.
Ferhaan Ahmad, a renowned cardiovascular researcher and clinician, has been selected as the new Editor-in-Chief of Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine. He brings extensive expertise in cardiovascular genomics and leadership skills to drive scientific advances in the field.
The Leopoldina discussion paper suggests establishing a diamond open access model, where journals are funded and monitored like research itself. The authors propose an application process and regular evaluation to guarantee lasting quality and transparency while reducing costs.
Dr. Gadhamshetty, a leading expert in environmental engineering, brings over 25 years of experience to the role. He aims to expand the journal's influence and promote transformative research that addresses critical environmental challenges.
The conference will bring together experts from around the globe to share latest research findings and drive innovation in interdisciplinary fields. Accepted papers will be published in the Journal of Physics: Conference Series and a partner journal with an impact factor of 10.5.
Researchers found significant bird song decline only where more than 99% solar obscuration occurred. The study used a novel neural network approach and controlled for human presence, revealing varied responses among different bird species.
Xiamen University has joined the Bentham Science Institutional Membership Program to enable researchers to publish Open Access at concessionary rates in Bentham Science journals. The program promotes open research and fosters scientific advancements globally.
The Journal of Health Communication has published its first special issue, featuring nine peer-reviewed research papers on successful and unsuccessful health communication campaigns. The issue aims to increase access to critical health communication research, science, and practice, offering insights into the consequences of campaigns a...
The Greater Mouse-Tailed Bat uses its long tail as a dynamic sensing tool to avoid obstacles and orient itself in complex environments, especially when vision and echolocation are limited. The study found that the bats' ability to navigate decreased significantly when their tail was numbed.
Researchers discuss AI-driven clinical recommendations, switching GLP1-RAs for better glucose control, and ACP's best practice advice on cannabis use for noncancer pain. Studies show improved outcomes with AI-assisted virtual urgent care visits and switching to tirzepatide for type 2 diabetes.
The American College of Chest Physicians' CHEST Critical Care and CHEST Pulmonary journals have been indexed in Elsevier's Scopus database. This achievement is a testament to the high-quality research published in these journals, which provide open access content in pulmonary and critical care medicine.
Scientists have discovered that early-life cardiac injury in parents can alter heart development and function in offspring, leading to improved cardiac remodeling and increased blood ejection volume. This finding suggests a potential long-term impact on cardiovascular health.
The partnership streamlines access to biodiversity data, enabling users to search and refine queries based on various criteria. Pensoft's hosted portals provide a scalable solution for 30 journals, fostering greater connectivity between scientific research and evidence.
A team of chemists from Virginia Tech found a way to visualize the intricate structure and chemical reactions of battery interfaces using an X-ray beam line. This breakthrough enables researchers to gain better control over these critical surfaces, potentially leading to cheaper, higher performance batteries.
The Public Library of Science and the Society of China University Journals have formed a strategic partnership to promote open access, open science, and research integrity. The collaboration aims to increase awareness of open science principles and enhance research quality in China.
The American College of Cardiology is presenting the inaugural JACC Rocket Fuel Consultant Award to five experts who have streamlined the review process and ensured high-quality research submissions. The award aims to fuel JACC's mission to improve heart health through pertinent research.
The American College of Cardiology is recognizing five primary authors with the William W. Parmley Young Author Achievement Award for their exceptional research papers published in JACC. The award highlights remarkable first-author publications by trainees in JACC and aims to elevate trainee-led research in the journal.
The American College of Cardiology has recognized 21 distinguished award recipients for their outstanding contributions to the field of cardiovascular medicine. The awardees will be honored during Convocation at ACC.25 in Chicago, showcasing their remarkable work in transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health.
The American College of Cardiology and Association of Black Cardiologists have selected three recipients of the Merck Research Fellowship Award. The award provides $100,000 in funding to support one year of cardiovascular research.
The American College of Cardiology recognizes exceptional peer reviewers contributing to JACC's mission to publish impactful clinical research. The 2025 Simon Dack Award recipients and Elite Reviewers have made significant contributions to advancing cardiovascular care.
Allegations of research misconduct threaten the validity of science, requiring medical journals to have transparent and consistent processes for evaluation and correction. Journals should apply uniform definitions of misconduct consistently to maintain trust in science.
Jessica Lusty Beech wins award for understanding plastic-degrading Rieske iron oxidoreductase system, while Matteo Cagiada predicts absolute protein folding stability using generative models. The Protein Society recognizes their contributions to protein science.
A team of engineers at the University of Texas at Dallas has developed a new surface design that collects and removes condensates rapidly, challenging conventional theory. The discovery reveals a limitation in existing heat transfer models and inspires a new theory to explain the phenomenon.
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.
The new Individual-based Ecology journal publishes its first articles, offering a fresh perspective on how individual organisms and ecological systems dynamics are linked. The journal focuses on individual-based perspectives in ecology, complementing other ecological disciplines.
A new study by the Sleep Research Society highlights disparities in representation and inclusion among its members, with historically minoritized individuals facing challenges in feeling welcomed or perceived as inclusive. The findings provide actionable insights to guide future diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Emily Orzechowski joins the Geological Society of America with extensive experience in legislative relations, science policy, and geoscience research. She will lead GSA's advocacy efforts to support the geoscience community and its contributions to society.
This special issue explores AI's applications across various subspecialties, including coronary interventions, structural heart disease, and cardiovascular imaging. It highlights the importance of responsible AI integration and addressing bias in decision support systems.
Impact Journals is proud to exhibit at the AACR Annual Meeting 2025, featuring its esteemed journals Aging-US, Oncotarget, Oncoscience, and Genes & Cancer. The meeting highlights significant advancements in cancer research, aligning with Impact Journals' mission to disseminate impactful scientific research.
A study published in The Lancet highlights disparities and obstacles faced by low- and middle-income countries in gaining recognition for their scientific contributions. Researchers propose increasing visibility of journals from low- and middle-income countries, reducing publication fees, and ensuring a fairer peer-review process to fo...
Recent research suggests that some invasive cancers diagnosed in early-stage breast cancer may not need immediate surgery, highlighting the importance of more precise screening methods for DCIS. The COMET trial found that at least half of invasive breast cancers take years to progress or may never progress at all.
Climate change drives large increases in electricity demand and costs in Texas due to extreme temperatures. Meanwhile, atmospheric rivers become more frequent, larger, and moister globally. Diagnostic studies also predict malaria outbreaks with five-month lead time using sea-surface temperature anomalies.
The Biodiversity Data Journal has launched its own data portal on GBIF, providing seamless access to nearly 300,000 biological organism occurrences. The portal also offers direct access to over 800 datasets and 1,000 citations of associated journal articles.
The new journal, AI for Science, will publish high-quality articles on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning research in applied physics, materials science, and other fields. It aims to support the growing interdisciplinary field of AI applications in scientific research.
The American Society of Plant Biologists is searching for a new Editor-in-Chief to drive the editorial direction of Plant Physiology. The successful candidate will have a vision for the journal's future and be responsible for elevating its profile within the community.