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This special issue focuses on the latest theoretical, experimental and computational analysis of ecomaterials and biomaterials.

Guest edited by Dr. Tomasz Garbowski of Uniwersytet Przyrodniczy w Poznaniu and Dr. Aleksander Marek of the University of Southampton.

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Experimental Research and Computational Analysis of Eco- and Bio-Materials This Special Issue ofMaterials presents a comprehensive exploration of eco- and biomaterials, focusing on their experimental research and computational analysis. As sustainability becomes a critical focus in engineering and medical fields, this collection highlights the innovative use of natural and...

Prof Dr George Smoot played a key role in the breakthrough that solidified the Big Bang theory’s place in cosmology. For this, he won the Nobel Prize in Physics 2006.

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Mapping the Universe with Nobel Prize Winner George Smoot

Alzheimer’s disease is an ageing disease that accounts for about 50-60% dementia cases. The disease is characterized by a variety of things, predominantly memory and cognitive impairment. There is no cure for the disease, however, there have been several breakthroughs regarding its treatment, which include vaccines that have reported recent success in clinical trials.

In this article, we explore the challenges researchers face in the development of vaccines for Alzheimer’s Disease, and recent breakthroughs regarding treatment for the deleterious condition.

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Vaccines for Alzheimer's Disease

In this August's round up of Top Picks, we learn about novel research published in a variety of MDPI journals, such as Plants, Journal of Intelligence, Cancers and Water, whilst hearing from some of the authors. Here we explore a study carried out by researchers in Canada, where they use advanced deep learning technology to analyze cancer biomarkers and further develop oral cancer diagnostics.

Another study shows us how researchers discover a new type of fungal infection that effects pomegranates in Italy. By carrying out phylogenetic analysis, the study categorizes the different morphotypes of the fungus and the extent to which they each affect pomegranates.

Interestingly, we also learn how children misunderstand the key skill and concept of ruler measurements. This study explores the different ways that children’s understanding of this concept can be improved, particularly by incorporating certain cognitive strategies.

Finally, we see how research on drought patterns is carried out in the Kizikirmak Basin, and how this research is essential for the development of better management strategies for extreme weather condition.

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Insights from MDP Top Picks: August 2024

With over 39,000 views, this special issue explores sustainable water management in irrigated agriculture, irrigation scheduling, crop allocation, crop production under full and deficit irrigation, and the optimal design of irrigation networks and on-farm irrigation systems.

Guest edited by Prof. Dr. Pantazis E. Georgiou and Prof. Dr. Dimitrios K. Karpouzos of Αριστοτέλειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλονίκης.

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Optimal Water Management and Sustainability in Irrigated Agriculture As the global demand for food continues to rise, it is crucial to ensure that our agricultural practices are sustainable and efficient, especially when it comes to water management in irrigated agriculture. The sustainability of irrigated agriculture requires the efficient management of the availabl...

The powerful active ingredient retinol has been all the rage in the skincare world. But what does the science say? A review published in the Open Access journal Biomolecules provides an in-depth review of Retinol and its role in skin anti-aging.

The review, cited in Scientific American, first explores the complex processes involved in aging, and how they can result in things like impaired skin barriers and inefficient skin function.

The article also dives into the fine details of topical retinoid function and how they can improve skin texture and the thickness of skin layers. By understanding the molecular mechanisms of this potent compound, we understand how exactly retinol can improve both skin texture and function.

Research such as this pave the way for future studies on anti-aging, and the development of more efficient skincare.

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How Retinol Cosmetics Change Skin at a Chemical Level Experts explain the differences between popular retinol products and the way they trigger molecular changes deep in the skin

Common images of plastic pollution include rivers filled with plastic bottles, turtles tangled in debris, and beaches covered in litter.

However, microplastics are far more widespread and are increasingly being found in food and water.

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This special issue explores the latest research advances in this interdisciplinary field of edge-cloud computing and federated-split learning.

Guest edited by Prof. Dr. Qiang Duan of Penn State and Prof. Dr. Zhihui Lu of Fudan University.

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Edge-Cloud Computing and Federated-Split Learning in the Internet of Things Federated Learning (FL) is a new collaborative learning method that allows multiple data owners to cooperate in ML model training without exposing private data. Split Learning (SL) is an emerging collaborative learning method that splits an ML model into multiple portions that are trained collaborat...

Japan is actively expanding its Open Access policy. Since 2013, Open Access has been regularly discussed at a policy level, particularly in relation to innovation.

Even though policies have been introduced slower than other countries, publicly funded research must be made immediately Open Access from 2025 onward.

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Open Access in Japan

Artificial intelligence is changing the publishing industry.

It’s speeding up publication, improving data-processing capabilities, and helping reviewers check for ethical issues.
Importantly, AI tools can benefit researchers too.

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AI Tools for Researchers in Scientific Publishing

Join our Peer Review Week webinar: a roundtable discussion on the role that technology and innovation play in peer review.

Dr. Ioana Craciun and Dr. Enric Sayas will lead an insightful discussion on AI tools in peer review with a panel of experts representing the publishing industry and the scholarly community.

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Sciforum - PeerReview2024 Peer Review Week 2024: A Roundtable Discussion on Innovation and Technology in Peer Review

With over 29,000 views, this special issue focuses on recent advances in functional biomaterials and digital technologies.

The special issue explores various topics including advanced functional and digital technologies in dental applications.

Guest edited by Dr. Ping Li et al.

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Functional Biomaterials and Digital Technologies in Dentistry: From Bench to Bedside The publication "Functional Biomaterials and Digital Technologies in Dentistry: From Bench to Bedside," featured in the Journal of Functional Biomaterials, signifies a pivotal advancement in dental and maxillofacial healthcare. It underscores groundbreaking innovations in the field of biomaterials,....

Green tea is known to be good for your health. A review published in the Open Access journal Cancers explores a variety of under-represented cancer therapies, and discusses how green tea is a supplement which can effect cancer cell growth.

The study, cited in Time, discusses different instances in which green tea has shown to prevent or delay the progression of certain types of cancers. Furthermore, an inverse relationship is seen between green tea consumption and cancer incident.

The authors also discuss other adjunctive therapies which may improve outcomes for cancer patients. This includes practices like mindfulness, yoga, Tai Chi, and consuming supplements like turmeric and melatonin.

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Green Tea Is Even Better For You Than You Think Influencers love it, claiming it counters obesity and more. But what can green tea actually do for your health?

This week, MDPI and our journal IJERPH sponsored and participated in the 1st International Conference of Environmental Medicine: Environmental Threats to Human Health: From Genetics to Epigenetics, held in Chieti, Italy.

The conference was organized in collaboration with various societies, including the Italian Society of Environmental Medicine (SIMA), one of more than 180 societies that collaborate with MDPI journals. It brought together influential figures from the Italian scholarly community, such as Antonio Felice Uricchio (President of the National Agency for University Research Assessment (ANVUR)), Alessandro Miani (President of SIMA), and Liborio Stuppia (Director of ‘Gabriele d’Annunzio’ University of Chieti-Pescara), among others.

The keynote speaker at the event was Sir Richard Roberts, Nobel Laureate and 1993 Nobel Prize winner in Medicine, recognized for his discovery of split genes.

MDPI was the sole publishing sponsor of the conference, and our CEO, Stefan Tochev, attended to present on behalf of MDPI. Stefan provided an overview of the company, covering key facts and figures, the peer-review process, our strong collaboration with the Italian market, and insights on Nobel Prize winners who have published with MDPI, before Sir Richard Roberts' Nobel lecture.

As of September 2024, 44 Nobel laureates have contributed to over 115 articles across 35 MDPI journals. Hosting such prominent figures in their respective fields, who play a significant role in advancing the open-access movement - resonates deeply with our editorial teams.

With over 26,000 views, this special issue explores molecular oncology with attention to early detection and prevention of cancer.

The special issue highlights new findings, methods, and technical advances in molecular cancer research that can increase our understanding of cancer development.

Guest edited by Dr. Laura Paleari of the Liguria Health Authority.

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Cancer Prevention with Molecular Target Therapies 4.0 Personalized medicine is playing an important role in cancer prevention. To date, it is clear that many cancers are molecularly distinct subtypes, and different therapeutic approaches are required for each. Indeed, the identification of cancer susceptibility genes permits identifying patients at ris...

Your abstract is often what determines whether someone will read your research or not. Our guide breaks down how to craft a clear, concise abstract that grabs attention and boosts your chances of publication success.

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Author Services Guide To Writing An Effective Abstract This guide covers essential tips on crafting clear, concise abstracts, highlighting mistakes to avoid, and offering support to writers.

We are pleased to announce that Prof. Massimiliano Pieraccini of Università degli Studi di Firenze has been appointed Section Editor-in-Chief of Section “Engineering Remote Sensing” in Remote Sensing (ISSN: 2072-4292).

A professor and president of the School of Electronic Engineering, Prof. Pieraccini holds several patents and was the recipient of the Nello Carrara Degree Prize.

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Prof. Massimiliano Pieraccini Appointed Section Editor-in-Chief of Section “Engineering Remote Sensing” in Remote Sensing Remote Sensing (ISSN: 2072-4292) is proud to announce a new chapter in its editorial journey. As we bid farewell to...

We are please to announce the winners of the Mathematics 2022 Best paper award winners - Prof. Dr. Álvaro Figueira and Dr. Bruno Vaz of Universidade do Porto.

Their paper explores the need for synthetic data, especially in situations where real data is scarce, of poor quality, or involves privacy concerns, such as medical or financial data.

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Interview with Prof. Dr. Álvaro Figueira and Dr. Bruno Vaz—Winners of the Mathematics 2022 Best Paper Award We wish to congratulate Prof. Dr. Álvaro Figueira and Dr. Bruno Vaz for winning the Mathematics 2022 Best Paper Award. Name: Prof. Dr....

A study published in the Open Access journal Animals finds a potential decrease in turtle conservation in the Southern Gulf of Mexico. The study, cited in Forbes, analyses the data from the long-term monitoring of the turtles in the strategic conservation area, and evaluates the temporal and spatial variation of the turtle’s nest abundance and reproductive parameters.

The results show a decrease in female size, hatching, clutch size and emergence success. These changes may be due to things like climate change and environmental pollution, which can affect food availability and water temperatures. The results are of major concern, with the authors of the study emphasizing the need for alternative approaches to encourage sustainability practices for conservation.

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How Can Tourism Companies Help Protect Baby Turtles In Mexico? Conservation groups in Mexico's Yucatan peninsula are working with tourism operators to educate tourists and protect nesting areas of critically endangered sea turtles.

A collection of 18 papers, this special issue explores the needed modelling, analysis, and control methods of power systems in new technology.

The special issue focuses on technologies such as demand response, energy storage, and FACTs devices that have been introduced into power systems to promote the integration of new energy.

Guest edited by Prof. Dr. Haoming Liu and Dr. Jian Wang of Hohai University, and Dr. Jingrui Zhang of Xiamen University.

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Modeling, Analysis and Control Processes of New Energy Power Systems Countries all over the world regard the development of new energy represented by wind power and photovoltaic power as the key way to achieve low-carbon and green development. The scale of global new energy power generation continues to grow, and the integration of high-penetration new energy will be...

Max Tegmark is a leader in discussions about artificial intelligence. We introduce his work and highlight the exciting articles he’s publishing in MDPI journals on applying AI in science and boosting its effectiveness.

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Applying AI in Science with Max Tegmark

Join our Peer Review Week webinar: a roundtable discussion on the role that technology and innovation play in peer review by MDPI and Jams.

Dr. Ioana Craciun and Dr. Enric Sayas will lead an insightful discussion on AI tools in peer review with a panel of experts representing the publishing industry and the scholarly community.

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With over 31,000 views, this special issue discusses updates on the state of the art of current knowledge in the related necessary fields aiming towards innovative treatments for deafness.

Guest edited by Prof. Dr. Olivier Sterkers et al.

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Innovative Technologies and Translational Therapies for Deafness This reprint focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and technological innovations related to inner ear diseases. It encompasses cutting-edge areas, such as virtual reality training, to enhance hearing adaptation, gene therapy, microneedle drug delivery, and more.

Many researchers are choosing to publish their work in an Open Access format. Governments, funding agencies, and higher education institutions are also mandating Open Access to varying degrees.

All this support led to Open Access surpassing subscription-based publishing in 2020. But why is there such widespread support for Open Access?

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6 Benefits of Open Access