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“According to our experience the peer-review process was substantially fast yet reviewers’ comments were reasonable and helped to shape better the manuscript. The editorial staff provided us fair support, where all issues have been solved without any delay. Personally, I think that Life represents an efficient platform for publication of research papers and reviews not only with ‘standard’ topics, but also with rather provocative ones stimulating readers for deeper thinking and reconsideration of their understanding of biological phenomena.”

Article in Life: On the Contribution of Protein Spatial Organization to the Physicochemical Interconnection between Proteins and Their Cognate mRNAs

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“I was quite impressed by my interactions with Life on the special Archaea issue. The reviews were quick, fair and obviously from experts in the field whose input helped to improve the article. It was easy to submit the manuscript and I am happy with the end product. This is the second paper I have published here and I hope to see other quality papers in the field.”

Article in Life: Pilin Processing Follows a Different Temporal Route than That of Archaellins in Methanococcus maripaludis

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“The peer review process was very fast. We were all positively surprised. We were very happy with the reviewers’ suggestions; they were clearly experts in the field, and helped us a lot in order to make our text more understandable. Overall, my experience was very good.”

Article in Life: Does a Barcoding Gap Exist in Prokaryotes? Evidences from Species Delimitation in Cyanobacteria

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“The peer review process was of a very high quality and fast. It considerably improved our article. The reviewers were objective and raised very good criticisms. The Guest Editor was very professional. The Editor-in-Chief explained to me patiently and satisfactorily all my questions about the journal Life. All in all, the interactions with the Editors and reviewers were unexpectedly open to any doubts. Without hesitation, I do recommend Life for high quality articles.”

Article in Life: Three-Dimensional Algebraic Models of the tRNA Code and 12 Graphs for Representing the Amino Acids

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“This really was the peer-review all of us would like: fast, knowledgeable and fair. The review process improved the paper (which, sad to say, is not always the case). Another important point: though one of the reviewers clearly was less enamoured of some of the ideas presented, the second round of the review process demonstrated admirable open-mindedness (‘While I am not in complete agreement with the revision, I believe that the suggestions for research on RNA-small peptide interactions that might come from circulation of this speculation justify its publication.’). The contacts with the editorial staff and editor(s) were speedy and to the point. Last but not least: Life supplies open access at relatively low costs for the author(s).”

Article in Life: How Amino Acids and Peptides Shaped the RNA World

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“For several decades (some) central dogma(s) dominated biology and life sciences that are falsified meanwhile, such as (i) DNA-RNA-Protein-anything else, (ii) one gene - one protein, (iii) non-coding DNA is junk, (iv) viruses escaped from cellular life, or (v) chance mutations drive genetic novelty. I encourage groundbreaking authors that are willing and competent to take more than one look out of the box to use this highly refreshing alternative to the well known “dinosaurs” in biological sciences to drive a more fundamental and integrative perspective on life.”

Article in Life: RNA Sociology: Group Behavioral Motifs of RNA Consortia

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“The peer-review process was exceedingly fast, the fastest I have ever experienced. All of my interactions with the editorial staff and guest editors were professional and highly satisfactory. The reviewers’ suggestions were of great help to improve the quality of my article. I definitely recommend the journal as a source of high quality papers.”

Article in Life: Ecology and Physiology of the Pathogenic Cyanobacterium Roseofilum reptotaenium

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“I am really satisfied with the publication process provided at MDPI. It takes short time to be published, but under improved quality of the manuscript due to the relevant and constructive comments from the reviewers.”

Article in Water: 200 kHz Sonication of Mixed-Algae Suspension from a Eutrophic Lake: The Effect on the Caution vs. Outbreak Bloom Alert Levels

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“I am thankful for all MDPI group, especially for the Editor, for fast responses and all information that allowed to publish an article fast. I would recommend the Water journal for my colleagues.”

Article in Water: Sediment Transport Mechanisms in a Lagoon with High River Discharge and Sediment Loading

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“MDPI is my future research publication choice due to its fast service and quality of publication. The only problem is the article processing charge. This is typically important if there is no project to support the publication processing fee. I am contacting different institutions and individuals for this paper and I know how it is painful. But, this is still fair compared to the service provided by MDPI. Thank you.”

Article in Water: Streamflow and Sediment Yield Prediction for Watershed Prioritization in the Upper Blue Nile River Basin, Ethiopia

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“The efficient process of publishing at MDPI includes detailed English feedback and a clear review process that both were very helpful for me as an early career researcher. ”

Article in Water: Matching Ecosystem Functions with Adaptive Ecosystem Management: Decision Pathways to Overcome Institutional Barriers

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“My experience with the MDPI is unbeatable. It has always been satisfactory. This is my reference editor for the publication of my studies. Its editorial excellence and relevance of its publications and special issues, accredited by its impact indices, are a guarantee of scientific quality.”

Article in Social Sciences: Global Citizenship and Analysis of Social Facts: Results of a Study with Pre-Service Teachers

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“This is my first time to publish through MDPI (Social Sciences). I really appreciate the professional support from the editors.”

Article in Social Sciences: Educational Exodus: Stories of Korean Youth in the U.S.

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“Simple, effective, fast and with the proper attention to the most relevant details. Exactly as it should be.”

Article in Materials: Prospects for Electrical Performance Tuning in Ca₃Co₄O₉ Materials by Metallic Fe and Ni Particles Additions

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“I am very grateful to the magazine and the entire editorial staff. The staff assisted every stage. Of all the magazines in which I have published articles, Materials had the fastest publishing speed.”

Article in Materials: Influence of Electrostatic Precipitator Ash “Zolest-Bet” and Silica Fume on Sulfate Resistance of Portland Cement

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“Oh behalf of all co-authors I wish to thank the editorial team and personally our assigned manager Mason Ma for considerate and caring attitude towards our manuscript. We got immediate help on all issues regarding the publication process, this was an excellent experience! I would highly recommend MDPI as an innovative yet sound platform for sharing scientific ideas and discussion.”

Article in Materials: Preparation and Structural Characterization of Complex Oxide Eutectic Precursors from Polymer–Salt Xerogels Obtained by Microwave-Assisted Drying

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“The reviewer comments were detailed and fast. The publication speed was fast.”

Article in Materials: On the Role of Processing Parameters in Producing Recycled Aluminum AA6061 Based Metal Matrix Composite (MMC-Al_R) Prepared Using Hot Press Forging (HPF) Process

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“I am delighted to work with MDPI. Reliable and very detailed reviews allow you to improve the manuscript and develop new papers. Quick answers motivate you to work intensively. The high quality of work at MDPI gives new ideas and helps improve my research. I'm delighted. Marzena, Poland”

Article in Materials: The Application of Granulated Expanded Glass Aggregate with Cement Grout as an Alternative Solution for Sub-Grade and Frost-Protection Sub-Base Layer in Road Construction

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“The publication process is very professional and helps to greatly improve the published manuscript.”

Article in Materials: Weld Magnification Factor Approach in Cruciform Joints Considering Post Welding Cooling Medium and Weld Size

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“MDPI's manuscript processing speed ensures the rapid publication of articles, which enables me to get timely feedback from reviewers and readers in the research, and plays a positive role in my thinking about the next step of research.”

Article in Remote Sensing: New Understanding of Bar Top Hollows in Dryland Sandy Braided Rivers from Outcrops with Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and Ground Penetrating Radar Surveys

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