Of all MDPI journals, Analytica experienced the largest increase in its Impact Factor, based on its previous year’s rating. Learn more about Analytica and other MDPI journals in the 2025 JCR: buff.ly/9BIyEbg

We are pleased to share an interview with Dr. Akhil Shukla—Winner of the Current Oncology (ISSN 1718-7729) Travel Award. See the full interview: buff.ly/v4nyCDp #MDPI #OpenAccess #CurrentOncology #MDPIAwardWinner

Words are categorised into different classes based on what role they perform in a sentence with rules for usage. Knowing these allows authors to express themselves accurately and coherently in written communication. Learn more about word classes: buff.ly/HLGKaGy

For the communities journals serve, a first Impact Factor signals that the work being published is being read and built upon. This year, 29 MDPI journals received their first Journal Impact Factor, across emerging and established areas. Learn more: buff.ly/Umr62C3

All articles in Processes MDPI (ISSN 2227-9717) Vol 14, Issue 13, are now freely available to access, read and download: buff.ly/Bm25xDe #MDPI #OpenAccess #Processes #Research

We are pleased to announce Prof. Dr. Qi Hua Fan as the new Section Editor-in-Chief of Section "Diamond and Related Coatings" in Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). See the full interview: buff.ly/61jiqYs #MDPI #OpenAccess #Coatings #Research

In 2025, MDPI officially became COUNTER 5.1 compliant and joined the COUNTER Registry. COUNTER provides international standards for tracking and reporting how research is being used. Learn more: buff.ly/R4pIeCt

In the recent Journal Citation Reports, 33 MDPI journals received an Impact Factor of 5.0 or above. Having an Impact Factor above 5.0 illustrates that these journals publish impactful research which is widely cited. Learn more: buff.ly/48JhWqW

Professor at the Institute of Chemical Sciences and Engineering at EPFL, Prof. Ursula Röthlisberger is the inaugural Michele Parrinello Award laureate! Learn more: buff.ly/BV9sCie #MDPI #OpenAccess #MicheleParrinelloAward #ComputationalScience #MDPIAwardWinner

A first Impact Factor is an achievement for an emerging journal. In the case of Biomass, a debut Impact Factor of 6.7 signifies a huge accomplishment. Learn more about Biomass and other MDPI journals in the 2025 JCR: buff.ly/K4UN1HP

A study published in Behavioral Sciences and referenced by The Conversation analysed how beliefs in free will affect attitudes towards punishment across three nations. Read more about this research: buff.ly/cN95JuC or view the news story: buff.ly/iFbkLCI

People in the UK favour harsher punishment than Norwegians – belief in free will may help explain why

What people believe about choice and responsibility shapes what they think prison is for.

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We are pleased to share an interview with Dr. Sara Havrlišan—Winner of the Coatings MDPI (ISSN 2079-6412) Outstanding Reviewer Award. See the full interview: buff.ly/2q0LHKi #MDPI #OpenAccess #Coatings #MDPIAwardWinner

Retractions strengthen the accuracy and validity of the scientific record. In this article, we look at 2025 retractions data to better understand the challenges facing scientific publishing. Learn more: buff.ly/c7IjOJh #MDPI #OpenAccess #ResearchIntegrity

We are pleased to share that Metrics MDPI (ISSN: 3042-5042) has been accepted into the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) database. Find out more about submitting a manuscript to Metrics: buff.ly/IptTDq5 #MDPI #OpenAccess #Metrics #Research

Over 4.6 million researchers have chosen to publish with MDPI, sharing insights openly across disciplines, institutions, and geographies. MDPI listens to what authors have to say about their experience publishing their work with MDPI. Learn more: buff.ly/E7j4rjX

Our new review article examines the structural variety, distribution, and physicochemical properties of #ChlorogenicAcids (CGAs), identifying coffee and green coffee as the leading dietary sources of these compounds. Full Text @mdpiopenaccess.bsky.social | Nutrients 👉 www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/18...

Thank you to @mdpiopenaccess.bsky.social for supporting the 5th Annual Forum for #OpenResearch! 🥳 👉Find out more about being a supporter: shorturl.at/lmNu1 📣Call for Papers: shorturl.at/bdDgZ 🔗Register for the event: shorturl.at/j7doL #FORM4Open #OpenScience #CFP

The Netherlands is a leader in open science, steadily pursuing its goal to achieve 100% Open Access. Its mission is being enabled by strong infrastructure, policy, and support, alongside international collaboration. Learn more: buff.ly/wFE0Q6P

There are concerns about the overreliance on journal metrics, as expressed in the Declaration on Research Assessment. Altmetrics complement traditional metrics by providing instant, article-level insights into how research is shared online. Learn more: buff.ly/42w2l5f

Could beneficial microbes transform the future of farming? Our blog explores how microbial inoculants improve soil health, boost nutrient availability and reduce reliance on chemical fertilisers, supporting sustainable agriculture. Read more: buff.ly/EYJA41r

We are pleased to share that MDPI will be exhibiting at the 3rd ICME, which will be held from 10-12 September 2026 in Belgrade, Serbia. Find out more about this event: buff.ly/8G1Jpzh #MDPI #OpenAccess #ICME2026 #Conference

Research published in the journal GeoSciences MDPI and mentioned in @theguardian.com highlights how climate projections can help identify regions most vulnerable to future drought. Read the research: buff.ly/IXTYr8N Explore the article: buff.ly/mMhoZpg

Prickly pears, avocados and lemons: how rainwater harvesting is feeding Mexico City’s gardens and homes

Thousands of low-income households are benefiting from a simple system that captures and filters rainfall from the city’s roofs

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In the recent Journal Citation Reports announcement, Machine Learning & Knowledge Extraction (MAKE) received an updated Impact Factor of 8.4, making it MDPI’s leading journal in this metric. Learn more about MAKE and other MDPI journals in the 2025 JCR: buff.ly/rN7fKqt

This Journal Spotlight looks at Inventions MDPI (ISSN 2411-5134), an international, peer-reviewed Open Access journal for research concerning innovation and invention. Learn more about Inventions MDPI: buff.ly/ZqLT2qI #MDPI #OpenAccess #JournalSpotlight #InventionsMDPI

Since 2020, Antioxidants has consistently held an Impact Factor of 6.0 or higher. The journal received a 2025 Impact Factor of 8.2, continuing its success from previous years. Learn more about Antioxidants and other MDPI journals in the 2025 JCR: buff.ly/isMDlJ7

We are pleased to share an interview with Dr. Mike Lange—Winner of the Antioxidants (ISSN 2076-3921) Young Investigator Award. See the full interview: buff.ly/0joJ8cm #MDPI #OpenAccess #Antioxidants #Research

A study published in Geographies MDPI and mentioned in @uk.theconversation.com finds fewer incidences of wildfires in Gran Canaria, but a small number with severe impacts on land coverage. Read the study: buff.ly/Z1YVCFj or view the news story: buff.ly/dA4h3jw

Spain wildfires: with 13 dead, we need to start measuring fire damage in lives – not just hectares

Carefully designed alert systems, evacuation, and a prepared population can save lives.

theconversation.com

We are pleased to announce Prof. Dr. Yuguang Ma as the new Editor-in-Chief of Materials MDPI (ISSN 1996-1944). See the full interview: buff.ly/85KsPOJ #MDPI #OpenAccess #Materials #Research

MDPI listens to the scholarly community to ensure reviewers have the best experience possible when reviewing for MDPI journals. Ensuring high quality and efficiency is key to MDPI’s mission, delivering impactful research results globally. Learn more: buff.ly/QtmM9Ee

Ethicality is directly integrated into MDPI’s editorial process, enabling seamless detection of integrity risks at the submission stage, therefore strengthening MDPI’s approach to proactive correction of the scholarly record. Learn more: buff.ly/MN5eEuL