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As the world’s leading open access publisher, MDPI is proud to provide scholars with the opportunity to publish impactful insights that matter. The 2023 citation metrics have been released in the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) and we are pleased to share that 237 MDPI journals earned an Impact Factor. Together, we are changing how high-quality science is accessed and published, accelerating the dissemination of the latest scientific insights, and ensuring that your work is accessible to all. Learn more about the impact of MDPI journals: https://brnw.ch/21wKSPM #academicresearch #impactfactor #impact #MDPI #openaccess

With over 33,000 views, this special issue highlights the growing issue of global diversity loss and the latest research studies on endangered animal conservation. Species that are less adaptable to ecological changes and human disturbance often require greater conservation efforts such as translocation or the construction of protected areas. Guest edited by Dr. Chunwang Li of University of Chinese Academy of Sciences. Read the free reprint: https://brnw.ch/21wObPk #mdpi #openaccess #endangeredspecies #research

MDPI partners with over 180 learned societies and organizations in a variety of ways to support scholarly communities and broaden the reach of open access publishing.   Meet the leaders of the Societies team at MDPI, Dr. Carla Aloè and Dr. Clàudia Aunós, as they share some insight into their roles, the team, and the importance of open access.   See the interview: https://brnw.ch/21wOh00   #MDPI #OpenAccess

Researchers from Japan, investigate a potential new therapy to prevent the development of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NAFLD is characterised by excess lipid accumulation in the liver. The study recently published in the Open Access journal Nutrients MDPI uses mice models to investigate how gut hormones GLP-1, GLP-2 and glucagon affect lipid accumulation in the liver. These gut hormones have been associated with lipid build-up in the liver. The researchers aimed to investigate how these hormones could be used as a therapy to prevent the development of NAFLD and treatment of other diseases such as obesity. Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wOit2

We are pleased to announce that Youth (ISSN:2673-995X) was selected for coverage in the Emerging Sources Citation Index (Web of Science) in September 2024. We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to all the authors, reviewers, and editors who have contributed to this journal and have helped it reach this achievement. Youth is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal publishing full research articles, reviews, and communications covering education, sociology, economics, cultural studies, and other social perspectives of youth and young adulthood. The journal aims to encourage scientists to publish their experimental and theoretical results in as much detail as possible. Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21wOalY #mdpi #openaccess #youth #citationindex

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly popularized in many different fields of healthcare, including mental health care. However, using AI in these settings requires strict policy and guidelines to meet ethical standards. A paper published in the Open Access journal Administrative Sciences MDPI takes a look at the use of AI in this field of healthcare and its associated challenges. The article, cited in Forbes, explains how AI enhances the efficiency of mental health services. However, factors like data privacy are a matter of major concern involved in its use. Authors of the review provide potential management solutions for the use of AI in healthcare, and strongly encourage further research to tackle the ethical concerns of using AI in not only mental health services, but all aspects of healthcare. Read more about this research: https://brnw.ch/21wOguZ or view the news tory: https://brnw.ch/21wOguX

We are pleased to share that the 2024 International Kidney Cancer Symposium (IKCS) will be held from 7 to 9 November 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. Organized by the Kidney Cancer Association, this conference is a dynamic, multidisciplinary event exploring current trends and future directions in kidney cancer. The IKCS community includes leading experts across academia, clinical care, industry, and advocacy who are committed to exchanging innovative ideas and pushing boundaries to advance kidney cancer care. The following MDPI journals will be represented at the symposium: Cancers MDPI; Healthcare MDPI; Onco MDPI; Current Oncology MDPI. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person at booth #7 and answering any questions you may have. Find the registration details for this event: https://brnw.ch/21wOcFJ #mdpi #kidneycancer #symposium #IKCS

We are pleased to announce that the inaugural Editorial Board meeting of the Journal of Pharmaceutical and BioTech Industry MDPI (JPBI, ISSN: 2813-9380) was successfully held on 10 October 2024. Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Ecevit Bilgili, Associate Editor, Prof. Dr. Fernando Albericio, and 15 Editorial Board Members (EBMs) were in attendance. The meeting was principally focused on the aspired development of the journal, including each EBM's ideas and visions for JPBI. JPBI aims to create a platform in which scientists and engineers from academia, industry, regulatory and other governmental agencies share and complement each other’s discoveries and advance science, engineering, and technology with the goal of enhancing patient wellbeing. Learn more about this new journal: https://brnw.ch/21wNZY8 #mdpi #openaccess #jpbi #editorialboard

Our first Open Access Week event highlighted the vast potential of open access to transform research and academic publishing. Here are some key takeaways from our event last week! 📌 Embracing community-governed infrastructures can promote equitable access 📌 The role of AI in enhancing publishing 📌 Alternative models are pivotal for fostering transparency 📌 Open scholarship drives interdisciplinary collaboration 📌 Open Access is the future of research A heartfelt thank you to our speakers, Dr. Huang Wei Min and Dr. Yan Hong for delivering a wonderful sharing session that sparked deep yet meaningful conversations within our community, and to our COO, Alistair Freeland, for wrapping up the event with an insightful talk on MDPI’s open access journey. Thank you to everyone who participated in this meaningful exchange of ideas. Let’s work together to keep open access at the forefront of global research initiatives! 🌍 #MDPI #MDPISingapore #MDPIOpenAccessWeek #OAWeek2024 #CommunityOverCommercialization #OpenAccess #AcademicPublishing #OpenScience

All articles in CivilEng MDPI (ISSN: 2673-4109) Vol 5, Issue 3, are now freely available to access, read and download: https://brnw.ch/21wO1Jj COVER STORY: The production of concrete and the manufacturing process of cement result in a significant carbon footprint, contributing to a large portion of global emissions from structures. Self-healing concrete combines durability with sustainability while offsetting the high carbon output of concrete and associated life-cycle costs. Microbially induced calcite precipitation, shape-memory polymers, encapsulation methods, hydration, and swelling agents can potentially reduce carbon emissions while enhancing resilience and longevity. Research at the The University of Texas at Arlington examines these technologies and their applications in the construction industry by comprehensively reviewing the literature and available case studies. There are promising advancements and innovations in concrete, particularly when improving its autogenous healing properties. Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wO1Jj #mdpi #openaccess #concrete #civilengineering #research