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3 April 2026
Meet Us Virtually at the 10th International Electronic Conference on Water Sciences, 24–27 November 2026


We cordially invite you to attend the 10th International Electronic Conference on Water Sciences organized by MDPI Water (ISSN: 2073-4441; IF 3.5). It will take place virtually from 24 to 27 November 2026. 

Conference Chairs:

  • Prof. Dr. Athanasios Loukas, Department of Rural and Surveying Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece;
  • Prof. Dr. Yijun Xu, School of Renewable Natural Resources, Louisiana State University, USA.

The Topics of Interest include the following:
S1. Hydrological/Hydraulic Processes and Modelling;
S2. Urban Water Modelling and Management;
S3. Rivers and Lakes—Water Quality, Nutrient Enrichment, and Pollutant Transport;
S4. Water Resources Management, Policy, and Governance;
S5. Extreme Hydrometeorological Events: Sources, Mitigation, and Adaptation;
S6. Ecohydrological Approaches and Ecosystems Conservancy—Water–Food–Energy Ecosystem Nexus;
S7. Remote Sensing, Artificial Intelligence, and New Technologies in Water Sciences;
S8. Wastewater Treatment and Reuse;
S9. Agricultural Water Systems;
S10. Groundwater Systems Modelling, Analysis, and Vulnerability—Quantity and Quality Issues.

Important dates:
Abstract submission deadline: 11 September 2026;
Abstract acceptance notification: 2 October 2026;
Early bird registration deadline: 30 October 2026;
Covering author registration deadline: 30 October 2026;
Registration deadline: 18 November 2026.

Guide for authors:
To submit your abstract, please click on the following link: https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1797.

To register for the event, please click on the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/ECWS-10?section=#registration.

For details regarding abstract submission, poster and slide submission, and publication opportunities, you may refer to the “Instructions for Authors” section: https://sciforum.net/event/ECWS-10?section=#instructions.

For any enquiries regarding the event, please contact ecws@mdpi.com.

We look forward to seeing you at the 10th International Electronic Conference on Water Sciences.

17 August 2026
Meet Us at the Aquaculture Europe 2026, 28 September–1 October 2026, Ljubljana, Slovenia


Conference: Aquaculture Europe 2026
Date: 28 September–1 October 2026
Place: Ljubljana, Slovenia
Conference website: https://www.aquaeas.org/

We are pleased to announce that MDPI will be participating as an exhibitor at the Aquaculture Europe 2026, which will be held from 28 September to 1 October 2026 in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

Driven by global warming, food- and aquaculture systems face growing climate-related pressures. Shifting water temperature, oxygen, salinity, and sea-level conditions, alongside disease risks, invasive species, and harmful algal blooms, threaten aquaculture output, disproportionately impacting small-to-medium operators. Challenges also bring new possibilities—species diversification, site adjustment, multi-species farming, and carbon-credit mechanisms for aquatic ecosystem services. Hosted in Ljubljana, Slovenia, AE2026 centres on climate adaptation, species adaptive capacity, and related health, welfare, nutrition, and breeding research. Positioned in central-southern Europe, the conference serves as a regional hub for both inland and marine aquaculture innovation.

As part of our commitment to supporting high-quality research in these fields, MDPI is proud to sponsor the event through the participation of the following journals:

Our editorial team will be available on site and would be delighted to meet with attendees. If you are attending the conference, feel free to stop by our booth to learn more about our open access publishing opportunities, ongoing Special Issues, and how we support researchers in advancing their work.

We cordially invite you to participate in this momentous meeting and look forward to meeting you in Ljubljana!

11 August 2026
Water Best PhD Thesis Award—Winner Announced


Water (ISSN 2073-4441) is delighted to announce the winner of the Best PhD Thesis Award, which honors outstanding doctoral research in the field of all aspects of water, including water science, technology, management, and governance. This award recognizes early career researchers whose PhD work demonstrates exceptional scientific quality, innovation, and potential impact.

This year’s award has been granted to the following paper:

“Advancing Sludge Management for Sustainability Through Lignosulfonate”
by Dr. Zhenyao Wang, University of Technology Sydney, Australia

As the awardee, Dr. Zhenyao Wang will receive the following prizes:

  • CHF 800;
  • An electronic certificate;
  • A voucher to waive the Article Processing Charges (APCs) for one submission in Water (subject to peer review)—valid for one year.

With an impressive number of high-quality submissions, the selection process was highly competitive. The Water Editorial Office and Award Evaluation Committee would like to thank all applicants for their excellent contributions, which covered a wide variety of research topics.

On behalf of the Editorial Office, we would like to congratulate Dr. Zhenyao Wang and wish him continued success in his research career.

Water Editorial Office

7 August 2026
Meet Us at the 23rd China Water Forum, 14–16 August 2026, Harbin, China


Conference: The 23rd China Water Forum
Date: 14–16 August 2026
Place: Harbin, China

We are excited to announce that MDPI will participate at the 23rd China Water Forum as an exhibitor from 14 to 16 August 2026.

The 23rd China Water Forum will be hosted by Northeast Agricultural University, Heilongjiang Institute of Water Sciences and Harbin Institute of Technology, School of Environment.

The theme of the forum is “High-Quality Adaptation between Water Science and Industry Development”, focusing on research advancements in water science and supporting the development needs of water security, food security, and sustainable industries. The topics cover, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Hydrological evolution mechanisms and process modelling;
  • Multi-source water utilization and integrated management;
  • Agricultural water and soil resource management and smart regulation;
  • Water–soil–food–ecosystem interactions and climate adaptation;
  • Digital twins and smart water management technologies;
  • Climate change, flood and drought risk assessment and management;
  • River dynamics, water and sediment regulation, and ecological restoration;
  • Urban–rural water security and environmental sustainability;
  • Hydraulic engineering, hydropower development, and smart operation;
  • Human–water relationships and water culture practices;
  • A youth academic forum.

The following MDPI journals will be presenting at the conference:

If you are planning to attend the conference, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in-person at the booth and answering any questions that you may have.

5 August 2026
MDPI INSIGHTS: The CEO’s Letter #37 – Canada Summit, Sciforum Relaunch, 30 Years of Impactful Research & ISPRS 2026

Welcome to the MDPI Insights: The CEO's Letter.

In these monthly letters, I will showcase two key aspects of our work at MDPI: our commitment to empowering researchers and our determination to facilitating open scientific exchange.


Opening Thoughts

Reflections from the MDPI Canada Summit 2026 in Toronto (9–10 July)

As part of this year’s MDPI Summit events, we were delighted to host Editors-in-Chief (EiCs) and Editorial Board Members (EBMs) in Toronto for the MDPI Canada Summit 2026 this July.

Across the two days, we presented on topics including research integrity, editorial leadership, artificial intelligence, peer review, and the evolving role of the EiC. More importantly, the Summit created space for feedback and conversations with the academic community: these engagements continue play and important role in shaping how MDPI develops its journals and services.

Why Canada?

Canada has become one of the world’s leading Open Access (OA) nations. In 2025, 68% of Canadian research publications were published OA, with more than 73,000 OA articles produced during the year. Over the past five years alone, Canadian researchers have published more than 526,000 scholarly articles, showing both the scale and quality of Canadian research.

MDPI Toronto Office

“Canada has become one of the world’s leading Open Access nations”

Since opening in 2019, our Toronto office has grown to more than 85 colleagues supporting editorial operations, research integrity, marketing, societies, conferences, indexing, author services, and many other functions across North America. It was great to spend time with the team, see first-hand the energy and enthusiasm they bring to their work, and recognize the significant role they play in building relationships with the Canadian research community and delivering events such as this Summit.

MDPI and Canada

Today, Canada is an important part of the MDPI community:

  • More than 53,800 articles from Canadian institutions published with MDPI since 1996
  • More than 5,800 MDPI publications from Canadian researchers in 2025
  • Nearly 1,900 Canadian Editorial Board Members, including 24 Editors-in-Chief; 49 Section Editors-in-Chief
  • More than 30 Institutional Open Access Partnerships (IOAP) with universities across Canada

“The academic community is at the center of everything we do”

These numbers reflect the long-term partnerships with researchers, reviewers, editors, and institutions who continue to place their trust in MDPI.

Summit Program

Throughout the Summit, we presented and discussed topics against the following agenda:

  • MDPI at 30: Introduction, Reflections and the Road Ahead – Stefan Tochev (CEO)
  • Engagement with Academic Community and Society Partnerships – Karen Irwin (Associate Editorial Engagement Manager) and Carla Aloè (Head of Societies and Acquisition)
  • Latest Developments in the Editorial Process – Summer Huggard (Operations Manager)
  • Research Integrity and Publication Ethics – Renato Merki (Research Integrity Specialist)
  • AI and Technology in Publishing – Dr. Barnaby Crook (Regional Engagement Editor)
  • Panel Discussion – Bob Vrooman (Head of Business Development / Operations Manager, USA), Summer Huggard, Renato Merki, and myself

These presentations reinforce something we often say at MDPI: The academic community is at the center of everything we do. Each session concluded with a Q&A, allowing for discussions throughout the Summit to engage directly with our EiCs and EBMs.

Further Reading

I also had the opportunity to be interviewed by University Affairs about the evolving landscape of scholarly publishing, Open Access, and the importance of engaging with the research community. If you’re interested, you can read the interview in:

Thank You

As OA continues to grow around the world, events such as the MDPI Canada Summit remind us of the importance of meeting with our academic community in person. Listening to feedback, exchanging ideas, and building relationships are essential to ensuring that MDPI continues to evolve alongside the researchers, editors, reviewers, and institutions we serve.

Impactful Research

Five Journals, Five Different Stories of Success

Each year, the release of the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) provides an opportunity to look at the progress of our journal portfolio and, more importantly, the achievements of the research communities behind it.

A recent MDPI Blog article from Tommy Lax (Content Specialist, MDPI) highlights five journals whose 2025 Journal Impact Factor results show that success can take many forms –  from achieving a first Impact Factor, to steady long-term growth, to leadership within highly competitive disciplines.

The featured journals include:

  • Machine Learning & Knowledge Extraction (MAKE) – Among the 330 MDPI journals which received an Impact Factor in 2025, MAKE (ISSN 2504-4990) holds the accolade of having the highest rating of 8.4. The journal, which provides an advanced forum for the study of machine learning and its applications, is placed in Q1 for three subject categories: Computer science, artificial intelligence; Computer science, interdisciplinary applications; and Engineering, electrical & electronic.
  • Antioxidants – Continuing its strong position across multiple scientific disciplines, Antioxidants (ISSN 2076-3921) was awarded an exceptional Impact Factor of 8.2. In addition, the journal was placed in Q1 in three subject categories: Biochemistry & molecular biology; Chemistry, medicinal; and Food science & technology.
  • Biomass – This year, Biomass (ISSN 2673-8783) was recognized in the JCR for the first time, with a strong debut Impact Factor of 6.7. What makes this achievement even more impressive is the journal’s placement in Q1 of the category Engineering, chemical.
  • Analytica – Remaining with the theme of growth, Analytica (ISSN 2673-4532), which provides an advanced forum for all aspects of fundamental and applied analytical chemistry, recorded one of the largest year-on-year increases in Journal Impact Factor, with a 7.4 – an astounding 3.8-point increase from its 2024 rating of 3.6.
  • Batteries – Indexed in SCIE, Batteries (ISSN 2313-0105) received an updated Impact Factor of 6.3 this year, representing an increase of 1.5 versus last year, demonstrating consistent growth and increasing visibility over several years.

While citation metrics provide one perspective on journal performance, they tell only part of the story. Every milestone reflects the dedication of Editors-in-Chief, Editorial Board Members, reviewers, authors, and colleagues across MDPI who work together to uphold rigorous editorial standards and support high-quality research.

As a signatory of the Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), MDPI supports a balanced approach to research evaluation. Journal-level metrics should be viewed alongside article-level indicators and the broader scientific and societal impact of published research.

Thank you to everyone whose commitment continues to strengthen our journals and advance Open Access across the global research community.

Inside MDPI

Building Better Tools for the Research Community: The Relaunch of Sciforum

Innovation at MDPI extends beyond journals. Over the past decade, we have continued to invest in products that support researchers, conference organizers, editors, reviewers, and institutions throughout the research lifecycle. As part of this ongoing investment, our Product and Engineering teams have been modernizing several of MDPI’s digital platforms. One important milestone in that journey is the relaunch of Sciforum, our conference management platform.

Read More: Sciforum Relaunch: Empowering Science through Seamless Event Management

Rather than simply updating an existing system, our product and engineering teams have rebuilt Sciforum, using a modern architecture designed to improve the user experience, support future growth, and continue to strengthen our position in the conference management market.

“Scalable technology is essential to delivering a high-quality experience”

Why We Rebuilt Sciforum

Technology must continue evolving alongside the needs of our users. The previous platform had served MDPI well for many years but had become difficult to extend and maintain. The new platform introduces a modular architecture that enables faster development, more flexibility, and a scalable foundation for future work.

Major improvements include:

  • Simplified submission workflows
  • Role-based dashboards
  • A modern website builder
  • Flexible pricing options
  • Permanent data hosting
  • A scalable architecture for future development

 

Supporting Our Conference Community

Sciforum is more than a software platform: it supports researchers, conference organizers, reviewers, speakers, and attendees by helping them organize, participate in, and share scientific meetings more efficiently. As MDPI continues to expand its conference activities worldwide, investing in modern, scalable technology is essential to delivering a high-quality experience for both our external partners and our internal teams.

Looking Ahead

The relaunch represents the beginning Sciforum’s next chapter. Planned improvements include: the Program Builder, Communication Hub, expanded payment options, Zoom integration, and a mobile application. These will continue to enhance the platform over the coming months.

Coming Together for Science

Highlights from ISPRS Congress 2026 – Toronto, Canada

In early July, I had the pleasure of attending the XXV ISPRS Congress in Toronto, one of the world’s leading gatherings for the geospatial and remote sensing research community. It was a great opportunity to meet researchers, editors, society leaders, and collaborators, while gaining insights into some of the latest developments in geospatial science and technology. 

Over several days, I had the privilege of presenting the Jack Dangermond Award; speaking about MDPI’s approach to AI in publishing and our 30-year journey in Open Access publishing; participating in Editorial Board meetings; and engaging with members of the ISPRS community. 

Below is a summary of these activities:

Celebrating excellence in research

One of the highlights of the week was presenting the Jack Dangermond Award for the best paper published in the ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information (IJGI). Sponsored by MDPI and ESRI, the award recognizes an outstanding paper published over a four-year period and includes an ISPRS certificate together with a USD 10,000 prize.

Awards such as these remind us that journals are much more than publication platforms: they celebrate research that advances knowledge, inspires future work, and delivers meaningful impact for both science and society.

Presentations at ISPRS

I also had the pleasure to give two presentations during the congress:

1. The AI Revolution in Publishing: Challenges, Innovations, and MDPI’s Vision

The development of AI continues to transform scholarly publishing. During this session, I shared how MDPI is integrating AI responsibly, not to replace editorial judgement or peer review, but to support our staff by improving efficiency while maintaining scientific quality and research integrity.

2. MDPI: 30 Years of Open Access Publishing

I also had the opportunity to share MDP’s 30-year journey from a small publishing initiative to becoming a global Open Access publisher serving millions of researchers worldwide. As part of this session, my colleague Carla Aloè (Head of Societies and Acquisitions) introduced the ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information (IJGI), sharing its development and contribution to the geospatial research community.

Meeting with Our Editorial Boards

Another rewarding aspect of the congress was meeting with the Editorial Boards of two of our journals:

  • Remote Sensing
  • ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information

These discussions went beyond journal metrics. We heard ideas about editorial quality and emerging research areas, and we discussed reviewer engagement, diversity within editorial boards, and how journals can continue serving their communities for the future. These conversations are a great way to connect directly to the scientists who help shape our journals.

“One of our core missions has always been to make high-quality research openly accessible”

Partnerships matter

Scientific publishing is built on collaboration. Throughout the congress, our team welcomed researchers to the MDPI booth, met with authors and editors, and discussed opportunities for collaboration across our journals and society partnerships.

Special thanks to our MDPI colleagues who were present throughout the ISPRS congress supporting our Editorial Board meetings and the MDPI booth: Andy Tran, Carla Aloè, Carlo Cunanan, Diana Ribeiro Tosato, and Elena Duan.

Thank you to ISPRS for organizing this congress, to the researchers who shared their work, to our Editorial Board members, and to MDPI colleagues whose dedication continues to shape the journals and communities we support.

Closing Thoughts

Insights Into 30 Years of Impactful MDPI Research

As we celebrate 30 years of MDPI, it’s worth reflecting on the impact that the research we publish has on society. One of our core missions has always been to make high-quality research openly accessible so that it can inform new discoveries, public policy, education and innovation around the world.

A recent article on the MDPI Blog highlights several examples of MDPI publications that have gone beyond academic citations to help inform governments, international organizations and public policy discussions.

Research Creating Real-World Impact

The MDPI blog article features research that has contributed to topics including:

  • protecting the Amazon rainforest through satellite mapping
  • understanding climate change and urban heat inequality
  • encouraging more young women to pursue STEM careers
  • tackling obesity through healthier food environments
  • shaping sustainable urban planning through the “15-minute city” concept

These examples remind us that publishing research is not only about producing articles: it is about helping knowledge reach the people who can use it to improve lives and address global challenges.

Thirty Years of Open Access

MDPI’s 30th Anniversary is also an opportunity to recognize the collective contribution of everyone across MDPI. Every manuscript processed, every review coordinated, every system developed, every conference organized, every partnership established and every article published contributes to a much larger purpose: helping scientific knowledge move further and faster.

You can explore the full article here: 30 Years of Impactful MDPI Research

You can also visit our 30th Anniversary page to learn more about MDPI’s journey over the past three decades.

Stefan Tochev
Chief Executive Officer
MDPI AG

28 July 2026
Water | Selected Editorial Board Member Papers from the First Half of 2026


We are pleased to invite you to read these selected articles published by the Editorial Board of Water (ISSN 2073-4441) in the first half of 2026. We believe that the following collection will be of particular interest to you.

Articles:
1. “Temporal Variability of Bioindicators and Microbial Source-Tracking Markers over 24 Hours in River Water”
by Niva Sthapit, Yuquan Xu, Yadpiroon Siri, Eiji Haramoto and Sakiko Yaegashi
Water 2026, 18(1), 132; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18010132
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/1/132

2. “A Revisit of Parametrizing Energy Dissipation Caused by Vortex Shedding at Thin-Plate Edges in Potential-Flow Models”
by Clint C. M. Reyes and Zhenhua Huang
Water 2026, 18(5), 608; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18050608
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/5/608

3. “Energy and Environmental Impacts of Sludge Management in the Integrated Water Service: A Comparative Life Cycle Assessment”
by Sara Pennellini, Vittorio Di Federico and Alessandra Bonoli
Water 2026, 18(3), 343; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18030343
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/3/343

4. “Application of GIS-MCDA Methodology for Managed Aquifer Recharge Suitability Mapping in Poland”
by Sławomir Sitek, Krzysztof Janik, Agnieszka Piechota, Hanna Rubin and Andrzej J. Witkowski
Water 2026, 18(2), 219; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18020219
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/2/219

5. “SPE-LC-MS/MS Analysis of Chiral and Achiral Fungicides in Drinking Water”
by Beatriz Suordem, Joaquín A. Marrero, Marta O. Barbosa, Ana M. Gorito, Maria Elizabeth Tiritan, Cláudia Ribeiro and Ana Rita L. Ribeiro
Water 2026, 18(6), 680; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18060680
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/6/680

6. “Green Roofs in Southern Europe: Assessing Native Vegetation Suitability While Tackling Water Management Strategies”
by Teresa A. Paço
Water 2026, 18(3), 398; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18030398
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/3/398

7. “PlanetScope Imagery and Hybrid AI Framework for Freshwater Lake Phosphorus Monitoring and Water Quality Management”
by Ying Deng, Daiwei Pan, Simon X. Yang and Bahram Gharabaghi
Water 2026, 18(2), 261; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18020261
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/2/261

8. “Machine Learning Techniques for Modelling the Water Quality of Coastal Lagoons”
by Juan Marcos Lorente-González, José Palma, Fernando Jiménez, Concepción Marcos and Angel Pérez-Ruzafa
Water 2026, 18(3), 297; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18030297
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/3/297

9. “Enhancing Osmotic Power Generation and Water Conservation with High-Performance Thin-Film Nanocomposite Membranes for the Mining Industry”
by Sara Pakdaman and Catherine N. Mulligan
Water 2026, 18(2), 248; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18020248
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/2/248

10. “Large-Scale 2D Rain-on-Grid Hydrodynamic Mapping of Flash and Pluvial Floods with Network-Consistent Return Periods”
by Francesco Macchione, Andrea Antonella Graziano and Dante Nisticò
Water 2026, 18(8), 950; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18080950
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/8/950

11. “Population Attributable Fraction (PAF) of Lung Cancer Mortality in India Due to Groundwater Arsenic Exposure”
by Ruohan Wu and David A. Polya
Water 2026, 18(4), 511;https://doi.org/10.3390/w18040511
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/4/511

12. “Comparative Study of Reusable Chitosan-Based Hydrogel Films for Removal of Sunset Yellow Dye from Water”
by Ana Paula Orchulhak, Ana Carolina Miotto, Alexandre Tadeu Paulino, Gabriel Emiliano Motta, Heveline Enzweiler and Luiz Jardel Visioli
Water 2026, 18(9), 1024; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18091024
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/9/1024

13. “Optimizing Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance Removal from Aqueous Film-Forming Foam-Impacted Airport Stormwater Runoff: Adsorber Bed Design”
by César Gómez-Ávila, Balaji Rao and Danny Reible
Water 2026, 18(4), 517; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18040517
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/4/517

14. “Enhanced Catalytic Ozonation for Water Treatment via TiO2-Modified LaMnO3 Undergoing Efficient Mn3+/Mn4+ Redox Cycle”
by Jingjing Yao, Rui Li, Say-Leong Ong, Haipu Li, Hui Ying Yang and Jiangyong Hu
Water 2026, 18(7), 822; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18070822
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/7/822

15. “Treatment Reliability When Reusing Reclaimed Water for Irrigation: A Risk Assessment, Ranking and Management Methodology”
by Paola Verlicchi, Vittoria Grillini, Aurora Bosi and Alessio Galletti
Water 2026, 18(5), 627; https://doi.org/10.3390/w18050627
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/18/5/627

21 July 2026
Meet Us at the 2027 AAG Annual Meeting, 8–12 February 2027, New York, USA


MDPI is delighted to announce its participation in the 2027 AAG Annual Meeting (AAG 2027), which will take place from 8 to 12 February 2027 in New York, New York, USA.

As the flagship event of the American Association of Geographers (AAG), the AAG Annual Meeting stands as one of the world’s largest gatherings for geographers, spatial scientists, and professionals in allied fields. Each year, this leading conference draws thousands of attendees from academia, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. It serves as a dynamic platform for sharing cutting-edge research findings, exploring innovative technological advancements, and engaging in critical dialogues that shape the future of geography and its diverse applied domains.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the event:

If you are attending AAG 2027, we invite you to visit us at booth #300. Our representatives will be available to discuss publishing opportunities, the benefits of open access, and our commitment to advancing research into geosciences.

For more information about the conference, please visit its official website: https://www.aag.org/events/aag2027/.

17 July 2026
Meet Us at the 25th International Conference on Environmental Indicators, 26–29 July 2026, Beijing, China


We are pleased to announce that MDPI will participate in the 25th International Conference on Environmental Indicators, which will be held in Beijing, China, from 26 to 29 July 2026.

The 25th International Conference on Environmental Indicators will create an interdisciplinary environment for environmental indicator researchers, environmental managers and policymakers. In particular, the conference program will focus on environmental indicators in sustainable development and better understanding of environmental indicator research and their applications in the world. This conference will be dedicated to creating a holistic approach to addressing the complex challenges facing our development and environment today. With participants from different parts of the world, this conference will provide a platform for scientific interactions and exchanges, which is crucial for developing comprehensive solutions that are applicable across different cultural, economic, and geographical contexts. The conference will expand our multi-faceted perspectives on environmental indicators by exploring a wide range of topics, from indicators of traditional environmental quality and health to emerging issues, with the latest methodologies, technologies, and analytical tools that will shape the future of environmental sustainability. In addition, the conference participants will also have opportunities for different social and cultural events that will enhance your experience in Beijing, China.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

If you are attending the conference, please feel free to visit our booth. Our delegates look forward to meeting you in person and answering any questions that you may have. For more information about the conference, please visit the following link: https://www.environmentalindicators.org/welcome.html.

14 July 2026
Meet Us at the 23rd Annual Meeting of the Asia Oceania Geosciences Society (AOGS2026), 2–7 August 2026, Fukuoka, Japan


MDPI is pleased to announce its participation in AOGS2026, which will be taking place from 2 to 7 August 2026 at the Marine Messe Hall B, Fukuoka, Japan.

Organized by the Asia Oceania Geosciences Society (AOGS) in collaboration with the Japan Geoscience Union (JpGU), the Annual Meeting serves as one of the leading geoscience conferences in the Asia-Pacific region. Under the 2026 conference theme, the meeting brings together researchers, academics, and industry professionals from across the globe to exchange the latest scientific discoveries, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and address pressing challenges related to the Earth, planetary, and environmental sciences.

We warmly invite conference participants to visit the MDPI booth to learn more about our portfolio of open access journals, publishing opportunities, editorial initiatives, and author services. Our team will be available throughout the conference to discuss the ways in which MDPI supports researchers at every stage of the publishing journey, as well as to answer any questions about our journals and editorial processes.

The following MDPI journals will be represented:

If you plan on attending this conference, we invite you to visit our booth B10 and converse with our delegates in the Marine Messe Hall B. We are excited to meet you in person and address any questions that you may have. For further details about the conference, please visit the following website: https://www.asiaoceania.org/AOGS2026/Home.

8 July 2026
MDPI’s Newly Launched Journals in June 2026


Our portfolio of journals available for publishing up-to-date research in immediate open access format has been further expanded. In June 2026, eleven new journals released their inaugural issues and two transferred journals released their first issue as part of MDPI, covering the subjects of environmental & earth sciences, chemistry & materials science, public health & healthcare, engineering, medicine & pharmacology, and biology & life sciences. 

We extend our gratitude to the Editors-in-Chief, Associate Editors, and Editorial Board Members who will shape the future course of these new journals. Each journal is dedicated to upholding strong editorial standards through a thorough peer review process, enabling impactful open access scholarship. 

Please feel free to browse and discover more about the new journals below. 

New Journals

Founding Editor(s)-in-Chief

Journal Topics (Selected)

Prof. Dr. Xiaochuan Pan,

Peking University, China

Editorial | view inaugural issue

public health research, practice, policy, and education; eco-health equity |

view journal scope | submit an article

Prof. Dr. Xin-Gao Gong

Fudan University, China;

Prof. Dr. Zhimei Sun

Beihang University, China

Editorial | view inaugural issue

AI-enhanced theory & simulation; generative design & discovery; autonomous experimentation; AI for characterization; large language models and agents |

view journal scope | submit an article

Prof. Dr. Yong Liu,

Wuhan University, China

Editorial | view inaugural issue

hydropower technology; renewable energy; water resources; optimization; rock and soil mechanics; power system stability |

view journal scope | submit an article

Prof. Dr. Giovanni Rezza,

University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Italy

Editorial | view inaugural issue

pandemic preparedness; public health; global outbreak dynamics and epidemiology; outbreak prediction and risk forecasting; one health approach; zoonotic and pre-pandemic vaccines |

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Prof. Dr. Brian Horton,

University of Texas at Austin, USA

Editorial | view inaugural issue

stratigraphy; sedimentology; earth surface processes; basin evolution and tectonics; climate and paleoclimate |

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Prof. Dr. Yike Guo,

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, China

Editorial | view inaugural issue

artificial intelligence (AI); application of AI to engineering; Explainable AI (XAI); AI-driven design and optimization; AI for manufacturing and automation | view journal scope | submit an article

Prof. Dr. Hei Wong,

City University of Hong Kong, China

Editorial | view inaugural issue

novel semiconductor materials; advanced heterogeneous integration technologies; advanced characterization and testing techniques; heterogeneously integrated systems and applications; modeling and design automation|

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Prof. Dr. Michail Panagiotidis,

Mississippi State University, USA

Editorial | view inaugural issue

plant-based medicines; natural products-based drug discovery; plant-based bioactive compounds; pharmacognosy; phytochemicals; pharmacokinetics |

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Prof. Dr. Khalid Meksem,

Southern Illinois University, USA

Editorial | view inaugural issue

genome biotechnology; applied genomics; genetic engineering; agricultural biotechnology; medical biotechnology; data science and AI|

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Dr. Chenxi Wu,

Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Editorial | view inaugural issue

environmental cleanup; ecological restoration; environmental management and governance; environmental modeling and monitoring |

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Prof. Dr. Janusz Kozinski,

Lakehead University, Canada

Editorial | view inaugural issue

renewable energy; sustainable agriculture; green innovation; climate change; artificial intelligence and environmental sustainability |

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Transferred Journals

Editor(s)-in-Chief

Journal Topics (Selected)

Prof. Dr. Thomas Frese,

Martin-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Germany

Editorial | view first issue

health services in primary care; integrated care models; quality and safety of care; coordination across primary and secondary care services; patient management; primary care clinical practice and interventions; clinical interventions delivered in primary care settings;

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Prof. Dr. Paul Gerson Unschuld,

Geneva University Hospitals (HUG), Switzerland

Editorial | view first issue

neurology, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and the neurosciences |

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We would like to thank everyone who has supported the development of open access publishing. If you would like to create a new journal, you are welcome to send an application here or contact the New Journal Committee (newjournal-committee@mdpi.com).


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