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The 2024 citation metrics have been officially released in the Journal Citation Reports (JCR). These metrics reflect the growing trust in MDPI journal publications. This year, close to 300 MDPI journals appear in the rankings, and 60 new and emerging journals are receiving their first-ever Journal Impact Factor. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wTyEB #MDPI #citescore #scopus #impact

In the 2024 MDPI survey, 92% of respondents rate the peer review process as good or excellent. MDPI is committed to ensuring the peer review process is rigorous and efficient, providing the best possible service for both reviewers and authors. This is enabled by the dedication and hard work of MDPI’s editorial staff and all 215,000 contributing reviewers. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wW5CI #PeerReviewWeek2025 #PRW2025

All articles submitted to MDPI are subject to thorough editorial process. This ensures the highest standards across all published research. Editorial Boards are central to this process and navigate any concerns that arise during the peer review process and post-publication. MDPI is committed to providing Editorial Boards with the necessary guidance and resources to independently maintain the integrity and quality of published work. Learn more about MDPI's Editorial Boards: https://brnw.ch/21wW5ky #mdpi #openaccess #researchintegrity #editorialboard

All articles in Diagnostics MDPI (ISSN 2075-4418) Vol 15, Issue 17, are now freely available to access, read and download: https://brnw.ch/21wW50Q COVER STORY: Chronic kidney disease is often detected late, when intervention options narrow. Saliva offers a painless, non-invasive alternative to blood and urine testing. In this scoping review from Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania, evidence from 29 studies on the diagnostic performance of salivary biomarkers against reference standards was synthesized, and enabling technologies were surveyed. Creatinine and urea correlate strongly with serum measures (AUCs up to 1.00; sensitivity/specificity often >85%), while emerging markers, such as TMAO, cystatin C, and amino acids, may improve risk stratification and earlier detection. They also highlight rapid point-of-care approaches, including electrochemical biosensors and ATR-FTIR spectroscopy, and outline the path to adoption: protocol standardization, validation in early-stage CKD, and integration into primary- and dental-care screening. Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wW50Q #mdpi #openaccess #diagnostics #research

There are risks to overly relying on journal metrics. Metrics like Impact Factor and CiteScore are important tools for evaluating and comparing different journals. They help navigate the growing number of journals and are involved in researcher applications. However, they can give disproportionate weight to outliers as they are based on an average number of citations. The Declaration on Research Assessment stresses that no single indicator can capture the complexities of research quality. Journal metrics should be used with caution and consideration. Learn more about the pros and cons of journal metrics: https://brnw.ch/21wW4wq #MDPI #ImpactFactor

With over 27,500 views, this special issue published in Molecules MDPI (ISSN 1420-3049) explores the critical role of analytical methods for determining the quality of pharmaceutical products, ensuring their effectiveness and safety prior to public distribution. This reprint shares insights from leading experts in the field, with a focus on topics such as quantitative and qualitative analyses involving sample preparation, analytical instrumentation, and more. Guest edited by Dr. Alexis Oliva of Universidad de La Laguna, Spain. Access the free MDPI Books reprint: https://brnw.ch/21wW3Z4 #mdpi #openaccess #molecules #research #mdpibooks

AI is rapidly evolving, which is putting pressure on the peer review system to evolve. Roohi Ghosh, Co-Chair Peer Review Week 2025, argues that AI is here to stay, so we must understand how best to leverage it to advance peer review. She outlines how reviewers need to be equipped with understanding and guidelines on AI usage, alongside a broader shift in focus about how AI is used across the industry. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wW3eC #PeerReviewWeek2025 #PRW2025