This past 8 May 2026, MDPI Canada & USA welcomed over 40 researchers, clinicians, and oncology professionals to our Subject Workshop, “Cutting-Edge Advances in Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy: From Basic Science to Clinical Impact”, held at the HSC Conference Center in Los Angeles, California. As part of MDPI’s growing North American Subject Workshop series, our second subject workshop welcomed specialists from across academia and healthcare for a day of discussion center

This year marks the 30th anniversary of MDPI — three decades of supporting open access publishing and academic exchange across the global research community. Since 1996, MDPI has grown alongside researchers, authors, reviewers, editors, and academic partners who continue to shape and strengthen scholarly communication across disciplines. What began as a small initiative has evolved into an international publishing platform dedicated to making research more accessible, visible

MDPI is pleased to announce its participation as a sponsor and exhibitor at the NASIG 41st Annual Conference in Madison, Wisconsin. As an organization dedicated to advancing open access, MDPI is proud to support this essential vibrant forum where library professionals, publishers, and vendors collaborate to manage the life cycle of serials and electronic resources. About the Event: NASIG (formerly the North American Serials Interest Group) is an independent organization that

We are pleased to announce that MDPI will be participating in the 2026 International Congress on Membranes and Membrane Processes (ICOM 2026), organized by the North American Membrane Society, taking place from 18 to 25 July 2026 in San Antonio, Texas, USA. ICOM 2026 presents a unique opportunity for international and regional communities to collaborate together toward the aim of advancing scalable membrane engineering. Visit our booth to discover MDPI’s latest publications,

Name: FASEB Virus Structure and Assembly Meeting Date: 20–23 July 2026 Location: Niagara Falls Convention Center/Sheraton Hotel| Niagara Falls, NY | #VirStrucSRC Since 1990, the FASEB meeting has provided a platform for viral researchers to share their research, collaborate, and network with other researchers to develop novel therapeutics and host defenses against some of the deadliest diseases in biology. This year’s program features experts from across the world, merging di

Conference: The American Society for Virology 45th Annual Meeting (ASV) Date: 27–30 July 2026 Location: Minneapolis, USA MDPI will attend the American Society for Virology 45th Annual Meeting (ASV) as an exhibitor. This meeting will be held in Minneapolis, USA, from 27 to 30 July 2026. ASV meetings are among the largest and most important virology conferences in the world. These meetings provide a forum to promote discussion and collaboration among scientists active in all a

Conference: ASM Microbe 2026 Date: 4–7 June 2026 Location: Washington, USA MDPI is excited to be attending the ASM Microbe 2026 as an exhibitor this June! We welcome researchers from varying backgrounds to visit us at our booth #1109 to connect and share their latest ideas with us. ASM Microbe 2026 is transforming the way we engage with science. For the first time, they are hosting three independent meetings under one roof and offering the most comprehensive access to cutting

Drones (ISSN: 2504-446X) is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal that focuses on the design and applications of drones (including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), unmanned aircraft systems (UASs), remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPASs), etc.) and also of unmanned marine/water/underwater drones, unmanned ground vehicles, fully autonomous driving and space drones. The journal is published monthly online by MDPI. More information about the journal is available

MDPI will be attending the 36th Annual POMS Conference held in Reno, USA, from 7 to 11 May 2026. The Production and Operations Management Society (POMS) is an international professional organization representing the interests of POM professionals from around the world. POM society and POM journal were founded by Prof. Kalyan Singhal, Merrick School of Business, University of Baltimore. The 36th Annual POMS Conference is to provide a platform for sharing research and building

MDPI will be attending the Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics 2026, which will be held from 17 to 21 May 2026, in Charlotte, USA. With comprehensive, peer-reviewed technical sessions and market-focused programming, CLEO is the world’s premier international forum to learn about innovative advances, research and new technologies from the laser science industry. From quantum computing to advanced imaging technologies used to search for new life and planets in the galaxy, CL

Robert (Bob) Vrooman, taking charge of the Philadelphia office as Head of Business Development, will lead the support of US-based researchers, with the office serving as a base for partnerships, editorial operations, and academic engagement. Prior to joining MDPI, Bob managed editorial and acquisition operations at Sage Publications. His time there has shaped his focus on building relationships with societies working across commercial and editorial operations. Drawing on his

MDPI is pleased to announce a new partnership with Fast-Track Health to launch the Journal of Fast-Track Health, a peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to advancing solutions to today’s most pressing global health challenges. Led by Dr. José M. Zuniga as Founding Editor-in-Chief, alongside Giselle Sebag, MPH, LEED AP ND and an international editorial team, the journal will emphasize implementation-focused, interdisciplinary scholarship aligned with the health-related

As the academic publishing landscape continues to evolve, researchers are navigating not only the demands of rigorous scholarship, but also the growing influence of artificial intelligence and increasing expectations around publication ethics. MDPI’s Academic Publishing Workshop “Academic Publishing at a Crossroads: AI and Ethics” at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia on 29 April 2026 will bring these topics into focus through a practical, in-person session developed

Breakthroughs in cancer immunology and immunotherapy don’t happen in isolation—they happen through conversation, collaboration, and the passion of the experts defining the future of care. To inspire this exchange, MDPI will host a full-day subject workshop titled “Cutting-Edge Advances in Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy: From Basic Science to Clinical Impact,” bringing together researchers, scholars, and oncology professionals to explore where the field is heading next an

On 27 February 2026, MDPI hosted the MDPI Philadelphia Editors Salon, the first North American MDPI Salon of 2026, bringing together 50+ editors, researchers, and academics to participate in important discussions that are paramount to the collaborative growth between MDPI and those who publish with us, while also celebrating the opening of MDPI’s new Philadelphia office. This growth consists of sharing our publishing practices with transparency, establishing a baseline of res

Following an exciting new five-year agreement announced in February with the International Society of Sports Nutrition , MDPI will begin publishing the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (JISSN) starting January 2027, reflecting a shared commitment to open access and the global dissemination of high-quality research. Focusing on the effects of sports nutrition and supplementation on body composition, performance, and metabolism, the JISSN has establis

MDPI hosts Academic Publishing Workshops at Institutions throughout the world. There is no fee to the institution, and they provide valuable guidance on publishing for students and faculty. Contact us today to schedule one with us. info-na@mdpi.com +1 (445) 201 8798

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We are pleased to share that the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) announced today that the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association ( JAPMA ) will transition to an open-access publishing model through a new partnership with MDPI, effective January 1, 2026, beginning with Volume 116, Issue 1. Founded in 1907, JAPMA is APMA’s official peer-reviewed scientific journal and one of the longest-standing publications dedicated to podiatric medicine and s

On 14 November 2025, MDPI Canada hosted the MDPI Los Angeles Editors Salon, bringing together 30+ editors, researchers, and academics to engage in important discussions that are paramount to collaboratively cultivating MDPI’s publishing practices with transparency, and research integrity and tackling challenges from AI and paper mills with our affiliated scholars, while also showcasing and improving open access research for all moving forward. The event was held at UCLA’s Car