Synchrotron Radiation: A 30-Year Journey with the Journal of Synchrotron Radiation

In October 1994, the Journal of Synchrotron Radiation (JSR) kicked off its journey with a 100-page inaugural issue featuring 15 articles. Over the past three decades, JSR has grown alongside significant achievements, including multiple Nobel Prizes awarded for research conducted using synchrotron radiation sources. The first of these prestigious awards went to Sir John Walker in 1997, just three years after JSR's launch. The journal has celebrated these milestones, such as Walker's Nobel, on its front cover. The establishment of JSR was driven by a need to create a dedicated space for sharing advancements in synchrotron radiation science and technology. This initiative has been crucial for the International Union of Crystallography (IUCr) and the broader scientific community. Throughout its 30-year history, JSR has highlighted key papers from each five-year period, showcasing the evolution of synchrotron radiation research. The journal has become the go-to platform for all aspects of synchrotron radiation science. By publishing groundbreaking studies, JSR has played a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of this complex field. It has also served as a hub for researchers to communicate their findings and collaborate on future projects.