Journals often rely on guest editors to organize special issues, but this practice has raised serious questions about research reliability. A recent case saw a journal pull nearly all papers from a cancer immunotherapy issue after finding major flaws in peer review. While these issues gained attenti
"The journal has reached its eleventh year and is witnessing a surge in readership. It aims to stand out among open‑access publications by combining rigorous research standards with a welcoming approach for authors worldwide. Speed of publication remains a priority, so the community can quickly acce
In the world of medicine, a huge milestone was reached in 2024. It was the 15th birthday of ChEMBL. It is a big deal because ChEMBL is a massive, free-to-use database. It is like a giant library filled with information about drugs and how they work. This library is hosted by the European Bioinfor
Imagine a world where scientists, readers, editors, and reviewers all work together to make groundbreaking discoveries. This is the reality of scientific publishing. It's like a dance with four partners, each playing a crucial role. Scientific journals are the stages where this dance happens, bringi
Intensive care units, or ICUs, are where the sickest patients go. They're at high risk of dying, so doctors need to keep a close eye on them. This means lots of data is collected. Thanks to teamwork, big open access databases have emerged. These databases have helped researchers publish many studies
This year, the renowned journal Chemical Science is marking a significant milestone—its 15th anniversary. To make things even more exciting, the journal is also celebrating ten years of Diamond Open Access. Dr. May Copsey, the Executive Editor, is leading the celebrations. Imagine having access to
Imagine diving into the vast universe of astronomy education, but getting lost in a sea of endless resources. That's the problem astroEDU is tackling. This innovative platform isn't just another repository for educational materials; it's a game-changer that uses peer reviews to ensure quality. Here’
Ever wondered how to find the best astronomy teaching materials? It's like searching for stars in a crowded night sky – tricky and time-consuming. That's where astroEDU steps in. This new web platform is on a mission to make finding high-quality astronomy education activities easier than spotting th
