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28/11/2025

In this November’s roundup of MDPI Articles Cited in the News, we highlight top research published across a diverse range of MDPI Journals cited by popular news outlets such as The Guardian and TIMES.

Here, we learn about the staggering effect that the human microbiome can have on cognitive health and how important natural environments are for early development. We also see how red meat can be an important source of protein, and why stigma can discourage people with dementia from seeking the help they need.

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In this article, we explore research published by MDPI's Open Access journals & cited by popular news outlets including The Guardian and CNN.

28/11/2025

In a new study published in the Open Access journal Applied Sciences, researchers find that poor sleep is linked to a higher chance of sport-related injury, particularly in recreational runners.

The study highlights the importance of getting a good night's sleep to boost muscle recovery and healing, particularly for runners who are at high risk of injury.

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28/11/2025

All articles in Antioxidants (ISSN 2076-3921) are now freely available to access, read and download: https://brnw.ch/21wXU02

COVER STORY: There is a plethora of evidence implicating cellular senescence in Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and the well-established role of the heme oxygenase/biliverdin reductase (HO/BVR) system in the mechanisms underlying this dementia. Despite this, there has been a lack of research exploring a direct link between HO/BVR-induced modulation of cellular senescence and AD. This undervaluation both hinders further investigation into the signalling pathways that link the HO/BVR system to cellular senescence in the brain and reduces the potential for identifying new disease-modifying agents against AD.

This review, from a team of Italian scholars, aims to shed light on the role of the HO/BVR system in regulating cell senescence and its possible implications for AD, with the hope of increasing the availability of novel agents for the early treatment of this condition.

Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wXU02

27/11/2025

Trial registration is a mandatory and essential process within clinical research. By outlining the study’s design and objectives, registration works to prevent selective reporting, avoid duplicate studies and ensure the highest standards of transparency.

Critically, all trials must be registered within an approved and publicly accessible database before the onset of patient enrolment.

MDPI is committed to ensuring that all research conforms to the highest publishing standards and is conducted ethically and responsibly.

Learn more about registering, reporting, and sharing the results of a clinical trial 👇 https://brnw.ch/21wXSXm

27/11/2025

With over 28,000 views, this special issue published in the International Journal of Neonatal Screening (IJNS, ISSN 2409-515X) highlights global progress in congenital hypothyroidism (CH) screening.

The papers in the special issue address topics such as testing strategies, screening in low- and middle-income countries, premature infants, and rare or central forms of CH.

Guest edited by Dr. Ernest M. Post of Rowan University, USA and Dr. Natasha Heather of LabPlus, New Zealand.

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Newborn screening (NBS) for congenital hypothyroidism (CH) began in the 1970s and has prevented countless cases of intellectual disability through early detection and treatment. Yet, nearly 70% of newborns worldwide still lack access to CH screening. Despite over fifty years of experience, important...

27/11/2025

We are pleased to share an interview with Dr. Filipa Martins—winner of the Cancers (ISSN 2072-6694) Best PhD Thesis Award.

A recent PhD graduate from Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, Dr. Martins's award-winning thesis explored how glioblastoma (GBM) cells reprogram their metabolic pathways to sustain growth.

"It is with great honor that I receive this award! This recognition holds a very special meaning, especially at such an early stage of my scientific career." - Dr. Filipa Martins.

See the full interview 👇 https://brnw.ch/21wXSrB

We congratulate Dr. Filipa Martins for winning the Cancers 2025 Best PhD Thesis Award with her publication, “Targeting Glutamine Availability...

27/11/2025

MDPI is excited to announce its participation as an exhibitor at the 2025 Cyberspace Security Academic Conference, taking place in Haikou, China, from 5-7 December.

Featuring a range of symposiums presenting research progress and future directions in the field of cyberspace security, this event will explore a broad spectrum of topics in Satellite Internet Security, AI Safety and Governance, AI Model and Data Security, and Cyberspace Situational Awareness.

The following MDPI journals will be represented at the conference:
Cryptography;
JCP;
Computers;
Data;
AI;
Telecom;
Blockchains;
Analytics.

Find out more about this event 👇 https://brnw.ch/21wXSeD

MDPI is excited to announce its participation as an exhibitor at the 2025 Cyberspace Security Academic Conference, taking place in...

27/11/2025

We are pleased to announce that the Journal of Vascular Diseases (JVD, ISSN: 2813-2475) has been selected for coverage in the Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) in Web of Science.

We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to all the authors, reviewers, and editors who have contributed to this journal and made this achievement possible.

JVD is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal on the basic, translational and clinical research of cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, and peripheral vascular diseases.

Find out more about submitting a manuscript to JVD 👇 https://brnw.ch/21wXRLU

We are pleased to announce that the Journal of Vascular Diseases (JVD, ISSN: 2813-2475) has been selected for coverage in...

26/11/2025

With over 57,000 views, this special issue published in JCDD (ISSN 2308-3425) provides novel insights into the assessment of cardiovascular risk factors and original approaches towards preventive action.

A collection of research articles, reviews and meta-analyses, this reprint covers a range of topics including hypertension, sedimentary lifestyles, smoking habits, and more.

Guest edited by Prof. Dr. Małgorzata Poręba of Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego we Wrocławiu, Poland

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This compilation, originating from the Special Issue Risk Factors and Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases, presents a collection of recent research articles as well as reviews and meta-analyses focusing on the assessment of cardiovascular risk factors and original approaches to preventive action. ...

26/11/2025

Red meat is a major source of protein; however, it’s overconsumption has also been implicated in the development of various cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, such as heart disease and cancer.

However, a review published in the Open Access journal Nutrients and cited by USA Today explains how red meat can be a good source of dietary amino acids.

The authors explain how the preparation of the meat is an important factor to consider, as some methods produce carcinogens linked with the development of colorectal cancer, while other methods do not.

Furthermore, when consumed in moderation, eating red meat can be beneficial for certain groups of people to obtain sufficient protein in their diet, such as pregnant women and older adults.

Read more about this research: https://brnw.ch/21wXQ6R or view the news story: https://brnw.ch/21wXQ6S

26/11/2025

We are pleased to share an interview with Dr. Seonah Lee—winner of the Drones (ISSN 2504-446X) Best Paper Award.

Previously a Professor at Gyeongsang National University, Dr. Lee's current work as a software engineer focuses on making unmanned aerial systems more adaptive, reliable, and mission-capable.

"Open access is essential in fast-moving, interdisciplinary fields like UAV or AI systems. It ensures that researchers, developers, and industry practitioners around the world can access the latest findings." - Dr. Seonah Lee.

See the full interview 👇 https://brnw.ch/21wXPz1

We are delighted to invite the winner of the Drones 2024 Best Paper Award, Dr. Seonah Lee, to discuss her...

25/11/2025

With over 40,000 views, this special issue published in C — Journal of Carbon Research (ISSN 2311-5629) underscores the state-of-the-art research progress in the field of carbon-based nanomaterials in water and wastewater treatment.

The reprint includes research on innovative processes for the removal of emerging pollutants, applications of carbon-based materials in industrial wastewater, novel carbon-based material synthesis technologies and more.

Guest edited by Dr. Athanasia K. Tolkou of Δημοκρίτειο Πανεπιστήμιο Θράκης, Greece.

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This Reprint presents the state-of-the-art research progress in the field of carbon-based nanomaterials applied in water and wastewater treatment.This Reprint brings into the spotlight contemporary research on the development and exploration of carbon materials in water and wastewater treatment, dis...