Announcements

We are pleased to announce Dr. Elisa Laita and Dr. Chongchong Qi as the winners of the Minerals 2025 Travel Award. The Minerals Travel Award was launched in 2016, and it is awarded every year to encourage young scientists to present their latest research at academic conferences in the fields of mineralogy, mineral geochemistry and geochronology, economic mineral resources, mineral exploration, innovative mining techniques, and advances in mineral processing. The winners of this award will receive CHF 800 each and a certificate. The winners were chosen by the journal’s award committee—Prof. Dr. Leonid Dubrovinsky, Prof. Hyunjung Kim, Dr. Alexandra Guedes, Dr. Jianxi Zhu, Dr. Alexander R Cruden, and Dr. Paul Alexandre.

Dr. Elisa Laita received a bachelor’s degree in geology in 2015 at the University of Zaragoza (Spain), where she also completed an M.Sc. in geology and an M.Sc. in Secondary Education in 2016 and 2017, respectively. She defended her Ph.D. at the same university in 2022, and she was awarded the extraordinary Ph.D. award. Her research has focused on the mineralogical and geochemical characterization of clay-rich materials, both from paleoclimatic and industrial perspectives. She is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Geology Department of the University of Jaén (Spain). She has published 16 scientific articles in JCR-indexed journals, participated in five research projects, and completed both predoctoral and postdoctoral research stays at the Institute of Analytical and Physical Chemistry for the Environment and Materials (Pau, France). She has presented her work at seven international conferences and more than ten national ones and has taken part in numerous seminars and webinars. In addition, she actively collaborates in science outreach activities related to geology, aiming to make earth sciences more accessible to the public.

Dr. Chongchong Qi received a B.Sc. in mining engineering from the China University of Mining and Technology (2016) and a Ph.D. in mining engineering from The University of Western Australia (2019), where his thesis, “Machine-Learning Aided Design for Cemented Paste Backfill”, pioneered innovative approaches to mineral-based materials. Since 2019, he has led transformative research in cemented paste backfill (CPB), green mining, and heavy metal remediation—areas central to mineral sciences. He has also published several papers in Minerals (ISSN: 2075-163X), with one of them being recognized as the Most Cited & Viewed Paper in Minerals in 2020. Dr. Qi also actively participates in the editorial process of Minerals, having joined the Editorial Board of Minerals and led several Special Issues.

We were honored to interview Dr. Elisa Laita and Dr. Chongchong Qi. The interview is summarized below:

1. Could you briefly introduce yourself and tell us about your field of research?
Dr. Elisa Laita: My name is Elisa Laita, and I am currently a postdoc researcher at the Geology Department of the University of Jaén (Spain). My main research line is focused on the mineralogical and geochemical analysis of clay minerals included in palaeosols and clay-rich rocks with both palaeoclimatic and industrial perspectives. 
Dr. Chongchong Qi: My name is Chongchong Qi, and I am an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia. My work focuses on mitigating the environmental impacts of mineral extraction and use, including tailings recycling via cemented paste backfill technology, identification of mining-induced heavy metal pollution, pollution remediation, etc.

2. In your previous collaborations with MDPI, what impressed you the most?
Dr. Elisa Laita: In my previous collaborations with MDPI (as an author, reviewer, and currently as a Guest Editor), I have been most impressed by the efficiency of the editorial process, and I appreciate the opportunity to contribute to the scientific community.
Dr. Chongchong Qi: One of MDPI’s major advantages is its fast peer-review process, made possible by the dedication of both the Editorial Office and the reviewers. When timely publication is crucial—such as supporting students’ graduations—MDPI is among the top choices.

3. Which research topics do you think will be of particular interest to the research community in the coming years?
Dr. Elisa Laita: I think that mineralogy will continue to be central for addressing global challenges in the coming years. The role of certain critical raw materials in green technologies will gain importance. I also think that advances in analytical techniques will open new avenues for exploring minerals at micro- and nanoscale levels.
Dr. Chongchong Qi: Today, AI is revolutionizing every stage of research—from idea generation and experimental design to data analysis and manuscript writing. I am confident the minerals community will experience the same transformation, with AI-supported minerals exploration, extraction, utilization, and recycling.

4. As the winner of this award, would you like to take a moment to share your thoughts with our readers or express gratitude to those who have played a significant role in your research accomplishments?
Dr. Elisa Laita: I am very grateful for this award, and I would like to express my gratitude to all those who have supported me through my academic journey. Thank you to my colleagues and mentors at the University of Zaragoza (Spain), as well as to my colleagues from the University of Jaén (Spain) and IPREM (Pau, France) for their guidance, dedication, and support.
Dr. Chongchong Qi: This award means a lot to me, as it offers an invaluable opportunity to present my research at such a prestigious conference. I am deeply grateful to the many wonderful people who have supported me along the way—especially my wife and sons, my supervisors at the University of Western Australia and Central South University, and my friends for their encouragement and assistance.

We are pleased to announce that the 2024 Tu Youyou Award has been conferred upon Richard DiMarchi and Rolf Müller, in recognition of their significant contributions to natural products chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Richard DiMarchi Indiana University, USA	Prof. Richard DiMarchi is a Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and Gill Chair in Biomolecular Sciences at Indiana University, USA. He is a member of the National Academy of Medicine and the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Dr. DiMarchi is a former Group Vice President at Eli Lilly and later at Novo Nordisk. He is recognized for his contributions to the discovery and development of rDNA-derived Humulin®, Humalog®, rGlucagon®, and Forteo®. His academic research has broadened the understanding of glucagon and incretin physiology and pioneered the discovery of single-molecule multi-mechanism agonists for the treatment of diabetes and obesity. The central element to success has been the chemical vision and technology to install within single molecules simultaneous agonism at related G-protein coupled receptors, coupled to the counter-intuitive discovery that glucagon and GIP agonism could synergize the therapeutic efficacy of GLP-1. These peptides and their conceptual approach have transformed the management of excessive body weight to a condition comparable to how hypertension, adult-onset diabetes, and excess cholesterol are medicinally managed.
“Professor DiMarchi was recognized by the 2024 Tu Youyou Award Committee members as being an exceptional leader in the medicinal chemistry of peptides and proteins of natural origin, and as a pioneer in the field of chemical biotechnology. His very important discoveries have led to breakthroughs in new drugs related to the therapy of diabetes and obesity. He has been named as an inventor on a very large number of patents, and he has had initially a highly successful scientific and administrative career in industry, which was followed by over two decades in academia as a distinguished professor.” —Prof. Dr. A. Douglas Kinghorn, Chair of the Award Committee
Rolf Müller Helmholtz Institute for Pharmaceutical Research Saarland (HIPS), Germany; Helmholtz Centre for Infections Research (HZI), Germany; Saarland University, Germany	Prof. Rolf Müller is the Founding and Managing Director of the Helmholtz Institute for Pharmaceutical Research Saarland (HIPS) and Professor of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology at Saarland University, Germany. Having received his training from the University of Bonn, he held research positions at the University of Washington, USA, and Braunschweig University of Technology, Germany, prior to his appointment as professor to Saarland University. His laboratory has dedicated itself to the exploration of bacterial natural-product biosynthetic pathways for more than 20 years and has extensive experience in working with myxobacteria and other microbial producer strains. Starting from the isolation and characterization of new microorganisms, the scope of work includes microbiology-, biotechnology-, bioinformatics-, and chemistry-based approaches to exploit these isolates as sources of new drugs with a special focus on novel anti-infectives. Müller and his team apply a variety of state-of-the-art analytical methods and biological assays to perform biological and chemical characterizations of the identified compounds. Prof. Müller has received several awards, including the prestigious Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize, the PHOENIX Pharmacy Research Award, the DECHEMA Prize, and the Inhoffen Medal, as well as being an elected member of acatech, Leopoldina, and the German Academy of Sciences and Literature.
“The 2024 Tu Youyou Award Committee members were highly impressed by the truly outstanding past and ongoing contributions of Professor Müller in both microbial natural products isolation chemistry and in biosynthesis, as well as in the development of lead compounds for their potential in treating human diseases, through his global connections with various major funding agencies. He is also a dedicated teacher who has trained numerous graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and he has lectured on his research in countries all over the world.” —Prof. Dr. A. Douglas Kinghorn, Chair of the Award Committee

The achievements of Richard DiMarchi and Rolf Müller highlight the transformative impact of natural products chemistry and medicinal chemistry. We congratulate them and invite the global academic community and public to join us in celebrating their significant contributions.

2024 Award Committee
Committee Chair:

• Prof. Dr. A. Douglas Kinghorn, Ohio State University, USA.
  

Committee Members (listed in alphabetical order):

• Prof. Angelo Fontana, University of Naples “Federico II”, Italy;
• Prof. Binghe Wang, Georgia State University, USA;
• Dr. Diana Pinto, University of Aveiro, Portugal;
• Prof. Hideaki Kakeya, Kyoto University, Japan;
• Dr. RuAngelie Edrada-Ebel, University of Strathclyde, UK;
• Prof. Thomas Prisinzano, University of Kentucky, USA
• Prof. Wei Li, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, USA.

About the Tu Youyou Award:
The 2024 Tu Youyou Award includes a total monetary prize of 100,000 Swiss Francs and a medal for each recipient. Established in 2016 to honor the pioneering spirit of Nobel laureate Tu Youyou, the Tu Youyou Award is an international award honoring exceptional scholars dedicated to the fields of natural products chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

For further information about the award and the winners, please visit the Tu Youyou Award website.

We are thrilled to share the updated Exceptional Reviewers List 2025. This program was designed to recognize and honor scholars who have delivered consistently exceptional review reports to our journal. Committed to fostering rigorous research and promoting knowledge exchange, Minerals (ISSN: 2075-163X) recognizes the significant role our reviewers play in maintaining the quality and integrity of the articles we publish. According to surveys conducted in 2024, 92% of our authors rate the peer review as good or excellent, thanks to our pool of excellent reviewers.

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all the reviewers who have generously volunteered their time and expertise to assist in Minerals’ peer-review process. Their dedication and attention to detail in evaluating manuscripts, offering valuable feedback, and contributing to academic rigor are truly commendable.

The Exceptional Reviewers List was introduced in April 2025. Each quarter, we will be selecting a group of outstanding reviewers and will introduce them here.

Q1
Name: Dr. Anna Chiara Tangari
Affiliation: University of Calabria, Italy

Name: Dr. Liuhua Yang
Affiliation: Affiliation: Henan Polytechnic University, China

Name: Dr. Andrzej Kozłowski
Affiliation: University of Warsaw, Poland          

Name: Dr. Mauro Cesar Geraldes
Affiliation: Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Name: Dr. Alanielson Ferreira
Affiliation: University of Brasília, Brazil

Name: Dr. Rodrigo Magalhães De Carvalho
Affiliation: Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Name: Dr. Caibin Wu
Affiliation: Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, China

Name: Dr. Srecko Stopic
Affiliation: RWTH Aachen University, Germany

Name: Dr. Igor S. Peretyazhko
Affiliation: Russian Academy of Sciences, Siberian Branch, Russia           

Name: Dr. Xue-Ming Yang
Affiliation: Manitoba Geological Survey, Canada

Name: Dr. Huawen Cao
Affiliation: Kunming University of Science and Technology, China          

Name: Dr. Xiyao Li
Affiliation: Institute of Geochemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Name: Dr. John Puffer
Affiliation: Rutgers University, NJ, USA              

Name: Dr. Agata Duczmal-Czernikiewicz
Affiliation: Uniwersytet im. Adama Mickiewicza, Poland
“Reviews are usually a challenge for me, because of the variety of research topics and modern research methods used by the authors. I appreciate the good cooperation with the editorial team.”

Name: Dr. Marc A. Vallée
Affiliation: Geo Data Solutions GDS Inc., Canada
“Reviewing is a learning experience”.

Name: Dr. Vladimir N. Kuleshov
Affiliation: Geological Institute, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia
“Reviewing for Minerals is a rewarding experience that allows me to support high-quality research and stay up to date with the latest advances in various areas of geological science. My goal is to support authors in refining their work to meet the high standards of the journal and to promote the dissemination of high-quality scientific knowledge.”

MDPI is excited to collaborate with Toronto Metropolitan University to host an engaging Scientific Publishing Workshop aimed at empowering scholars with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed in academic publishing. This workshop will delve into the key aspects of MDPI’s open access publishing framework, offering an in-depth exploration of journal selection, the editorial workflow, and the essentials of publication ethics. Participants will also gain practical advice on improving their scientific writing and effectively addressing reviewer comments, with guidance from an experienced professional. This session promises to equip attendees with valuable skills to elevate their publishing journey.

Workshop Highlights:

• Learn How to Better Write and Structure a Research Article;
• How to Choose Where to Publish Academic Work;
• How to Respond to Reviewer Comments;
• Reasons for Rejection During Pre-Check;
• How to Navigate Through Ethics and AI Use.

Date: 15 May 2025
Time: 12:00–1:30 p.m.
Venue: Toronto Metropolitan University

Program:

MDPI will be attending the Japan Geoscience Union Meeting 2025 in Chiba, Japan, which will take place from 25 to 30 May 2025. The conference will focus on the theme of “Earth and planetary sciences”.

The annual meeting held in May is a major event related to Earth and planetary sciences in Japan. It is a valuable opportunity to develop various fields in Earth and planetary sciences through presentations and discussions, and to promote interdisciplinary and inter-researcher exchanges. The hybrid format is a mechanism that allows for diverse forms of convention participation. The conference will continue with the hybrid format this year with some revisions. International research exchanges, which had been temporarily stagnant, have become much more active, and the number of overseas participants in the JPGU Meeting has been increasing. If you are attending the conference, please visit our booth; our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions you may have.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the conference:

• Quaternary (leading);
• Geotechnics;
• Geomatics;
• Geographies;
• Atmosphere;
• Climate;
• Geosciences;
• GeoHazards;
• Remote Sensing;
• Mining;
• Land;
• Earth;
• Minerals;
• IJGI;
• Fossil Studies.

We are honored to introduce the award committee for the 2024 Tu Youyou Award, composed of distinguished scientists from around the world whose research covers diverse areas of natural product chemistry, pharmacognosy, and drug discovery. Their broad expertise and pioneering contributions have significantly advanced medicinal and natural products research.

Through their collective insights, rigorous evaluation, the committee has carefully selected this year’s award recipients, recognizing exceptional achievements in the field.

We sincerely thank these distinguished scholars for their efforts and dedication to upholding the standards of the Tu Youyou Award.  Below is the list of committee members. For more information about the Tu Youyou Award, please visit https://tuyouyouprize.org/. 

Chair:

Prof. Dr. A. Douglas Kinghorn Ohio State University, USA

Prof. Dr. A. Douglas Kinghorn is a leading expert in pharmacognosy and natural products research. He is recognized for his key contributions to discovering bioactive compounds from plants, especially in anticancer, cancer chemopreventive, and substances with a sweet taste and taste-modifying agents. His prolific contributions include over 590 peer-reviewed works and book chapters and edited or co-edited 40 scientific volumes.

Prof. Angelo Fontana University of Naples “Federico II”, Italy	Angelo Fontana is a Professor of Organic Chemistry at the University of Naples “Federico II” in Italy and serves as Director of the Institute of Biomolecular Chemistry at the National Research Council (CNR). His research focuses on bioactive small molecules derived from marine eukaryotes, with a particular interest on their pharmaceutical applications in immunology and oncology. He also explores their potential as molecular tools for probing and modulating complex biological systems. Prof. Fontana is a co-founder of BioSEArch SRL and has been recognized with numerous grants and honors, including the Apivita Award from the Phytochemical Society of Europe.
Prof. Binghe Wang Georgia State University, USA	Prof. Binghe Wang’s lab works on drug design, drug delivery, click chemistry, chemical biology, new diagnostics, and gaseous signaling molecules such as carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfide. His interdisciplinary research supports advances in cancer, infectious diseases, organ protection, inflammation, and other areas.
Dr. Diana Pinto University of Aveiro, Portugal	Dr. Diana Pinto, an Associate Professor at the University of Aveiro, specializes in organic synthesis of bioactive heterocyclic compounds, sustainable catalysis (organo-, heterogeneous, and biocatalysis), and natural product research, including isolation, characterization, and total synthesis.
Prof. Hideaki Kakeya Kyoto University, Japan	Prof. Hideaki Kakeya conducts cutting-edge research in chemical biology, high-throughput screening, and biosynthesis of bioactive natural products for system chemotherapy and other therapeutic applications.
Dr. RuAngelie Edrada-Ebel University of Strathclyde, UK	Prof. RuAngelie Edrada-Ebel heads the Natural Products Metabolomics Group (NPMG), specializing in marine natural products discovery and metabolomics-driven drug development. A recognized expert in bioactive metabolites, she collaborates with industry and academia to address antimicrobial resistance and sustainable bioprospecting. She serves on the Editorial Board of Marine Drugs and holds two patents in the field.
Prof. Thomas Prisinzano University of Kentucky, USA	Prof. Thomas Prisinzano combines medicinal and natural product chemistry to explore neurotransmitter systems and develop treatments for drug abuse and pain. He has received several prestigious awards, including the Innovator Award from the College on Problems of Drug Dependence.
Prof. Wei Li University of Tennessee Health Science Center, USA	A distinguished professor and Director of the Drug Discovery Center, Prof. Wei Li is also the founder of SEAK Therapeutics, and the 2025 Chair-Elect of the Drug Discovery and Development Division of the American Society of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics (ASPET). His work focuses on medicinal chemistry and small molecule drug discovery, with over 200 publications and 15 issued US patents.

Dr. Edoardo Sanità completed his Ph.D. in structural geology and tectonics at the University of Firenze, Italy, working on the tectono-metamorphic evolution of low-grade units exposed in collisional belts. Subsequently, he moved to the University of Pisa, Italy, as a postdoc researcher where he studied the origin, deformation mechanisms, and metamorphic history of mélanges exposed in the northern Apennines, Corsica, and Western Alps. During this period, he developed advanced strategies with which to unambiguously reconstruct the metamorphic history of low-grade units by merging chemical data from conventional (e.g., EPMA-WDS) and unconventional (e.g., TEM-EDS) devices with forward and inverse thermodynamic modeling and the study of deformation mechanisms from the micro- to nanoscale.

The following is an interview with Dr. Edoardo Sanità:

1. Can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers and tell us a little bit about your fields of interest?

I am a postdoc researcher in structural geology and tectonics. My research interests focus on 1) reconstructing the tectono-metamorphic history of subducted rocks, including mélanges; 2) elucidating the deformation mechanism of rock-forming minerals from the micro- to the nanoscale; 3) studying fluid–rock interactions and how these processes control the rheological behavior of rocks deformed and metamorphosed at the depth of the seismogenic zone; 4) developing advanced strategies using conventional (e.g., EPMA-WDS and EDS) and unconventional (e.g., TEM-EDS) devices to unambiguously constrain the pressure and temperature history of subducted rocks by integrating forward and inverse thermodynamic modeling.

2. Which research topics do you think will be of particular interest to the research community in the coming years?

In the coming future, the world’s energy security needs will depend less on uninterrupted access to fossil energy sources and more on clean energy technologies, materials, and components.

Attention has been paid to developing a sound methodological approach to addressing energy security through critical core technological elements supporting the respective clean energies. However, the development of advanced strategies aimed at identifying how clean energy technologies, materials, and components can best work is closely linked to rapid and high-quality research. This requires a multidisciplinary approach involving experts from more than one scientific discipline. The geosciences have a key role to play here, as they can provide a comprehensive view of the natural processes responsible for the accumulation of strategic resources useful for the energy transition. Basic research is and will remain essential to improve our knowledge of clean energy, maximize its potential, and ensure a rapid and safe energy transition.

3. Have you encountered any difficulties in your research? How did you overcome them?

Surely, the main difficulty is to really understand what your research of interest will be, as I encountered at the beginning of my research life. My scientific curiosity and the will to do something to address societal issues gave me the opportunity to make the right choices on the path to follow up until now.

4. Can you briefly describe the key to a happy laboratory life?

In my opinion, the secret to a happy laboratory life is a positive synergy and collaboration between the staff members, as well as a good organization plan.

5. What qualities do you think young scientists need?

As a very young early career researcher, I am not sure I am the best person to respond. However, I think that the key driving mechanisms are 1) scientific curiosity based on the fact that a scientist has the responsibility and duty to explore as much as possible in their fields of interest; and 2) to be convinced that, despite a young age, an early career researcher can push forward the current state-of the-art contributing to scientific progress.

We are pleased to announce that Prof. Dr. Stanisław Mazur has been appointed Associate Editor of the “Mineral Exploration Methods and Applications” Section of Minerals (ISSN: 2075-163X) as of March 2025.

Prof. Dr. Stanisław Mazur is a professor at the Institute of Geological Sciences of the Polish Academy of Sciences, currently serving as director. His main research interests are tectonics, structural geology, basin analysis, and applied geophysics. He obtained his Ph.D. in structural geology from the University of Wrocław, followed by training in structural geology at University College Dublin (1994) and a postdoctoral fellowship at GeoforschungsZentrum Potsdam (2003-2004). Before joining the Institute of Geological Sciences, he worked for 11 years in British geophysical consulting companies (Getech, ARKeX), where he was responsible for the technical supervision of multi-client projects. He was also a visiting research fellow at the University of Leeds from 2008 to 2011 and from 2014 to 2020. He has been a participant in scientific expeditions to Greenland, Spitsbergen, British Columbia, and Northern Labrador. In 2013, he received the Jules Braunstein Memorial Award for the best poster at the AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition, 2012, Long Beach, California, USA. He is a member of the American Geophysical Union, the European Geosciences Union, and the Polish Geological Society. Since 2018, he has led the Depositional Systems Research Group (DEPOS) in the Research Centre in Kraków. Stanisław Mazur is the author of approximately 100 research papers that have received over 2,500 independent citations (Web of Science) and have achieved a Hirsch index of 32. Since January 2020, he has been a corresponding member of the Polish Academy of Sciences.

The following is a short Q&A with Prof. Dr. Stanisław Mazur, who shared his vision for the journal with us, as well as his views of the research area and open access publishing:

1. What inspired you to take on the role of Associate Editor for this journal?

I was motivated to take on this role because of my deep interest in advancing research in the field of mineral exploration and Earth sciences. Minerals has established itself as a reputable journal that fosters high-quality, open access research, and I see this as an excellent opportunity to contribute to its growth. Additionally, I am passionate about ensuring rigorous peer review and facilitating the dissemination of cutting-edge studies that shape our understanding of mineral ores, their formation, and exploration strategies.

2. What is your vision for the journal?

My vision for Minerals is to further enhance its reputation as a leading platform for innovative research in mineralogy, geochemistry, and exploration geophysics. I aim to encourage interdisciplinary studies that bridge fundamental science with applied research, including mineral resources and exploration methods. Additionally, I hope to expand the journal’s reach by attracting high-quality contributions from diverse global research communities while maintaining the highest editorial and ethical standards.

3. How do you see the future of this research field evolving?

The field of mineralogy and mineral exploration is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and the increasing demand for critical minerals. In the coming years, I anticipate significant progress in areas such as the following:

1. The role of minerals in sustainable energy solutions, including battery materials and carbon capture;
2. Advances in analytical techniques, such as high-resolution geophysical imaging and geochemical modeling, which will refine our understanding of mineral formation and transformation;
3. Increased integration of machine learning and big data approaches in mineral exploration and characterization;
4. A stronger focus on environmental and ethical aspects of mineral resource utilization.

These developments will not only advance fundamental scientific knowledge but also address global challenges related to resource sustainability and climate change.

4. What are your thoughts on the development of open access in academic publishing?

Open access (OA) has transformed academic publishing by making research more accessible and increasing its impact. It promotes transparency, collaboration, and the rapid dissemination of knowledge, which is particularly crucial in fields like mineralogy and mineral exploration, where interdisciplinary insights drive innovation. However, challenges remain, including the sustainability of OA funding models and concerns about predatory publishing. Moving forward, I believe that a balance must be struck between affordability, quality control, and broad accessibility, ensuring that OA continues to benefit both researchers and the wider scientific community.

We wish Prof. Dr. Stanisław Mazur every success in this position, and we look forward to his contributions to the journal.