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07/08/2026

Contemporary research is increasingly supported by digital tools, with countless studies relying on code and computational methods to inform scientific discovery.

Ensuring research code is openly accessible and available for reuse is an important step towards satisfying the broader goals of open science.

Open code refers to the process of making code available online for others to view and inspect. It supports open science by making research more transparent, reproducible, and reusable.

Learn more about open code: https://brnw.ch/21x4KD4

06/08/2026

We are pleased to announce that MDPI UK will be participating in the 12th International Conference on f-Elements (ICfE-12), on the 6th-10th September, at the The University of Manchester.

The ICfE conference focuses on research related to lanthanides and actinides, with a broad scope that encompasses chemistry, physics, biology, medicine, and materials science.

The conference provides researchers with a platform to share their latest findings, discuss advancements, and foster collaborations.

Visit our booth to discover MDPI’s latest publications, Special Issues, and open access initiatives in related fields.

For more information, please visit: https://brnw.ch/21x4IPD

05/08/2026

We are pleased to share an interview with Dr. Danny Singh, Senior Lecturer at the The University of Law.

Dr. Danny Singh spoke about his recently published paper in Peace Studies MDPI, the study’s most significant contributions, and his perspective on the open access publishing model.

Dr. Danny Singh has taught international relations, sociology, criminology, and international law over the past 15 years. His expertise lies in international relations, political science, international law, sociology, criminology, human rights, humanitarianism, terrorism and peace and conflict studies.

See the full interview👇 https://brnw.ch/21x4H8d

04/08/2026

Our relationship with dogs has evolved from one based on utility to one centred on companionship. Consequently, the laws that were designed to protect both dog welfare and their owners are continuously changing.

This poses the question: How well do people in the public actually understand these laws?

A new study conducted by authors from the University of Stirling, and published in Animals MDPI, explored public knowledge of UK dog legislation. It revealed that many people are unaware of the current legislation, whilst also assuming that some protections are already in place when they are not.

The findings suggest that improving understanding of dog legislation could play an important role in supporting both animal welfare and responsible ownership.

Read more here ⬇️ https://brnw.ch/21x4FgS

31/07/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the MDPI UK Mini Grants!🎉

These grants are designed to support those in the scholarly community, and aim to serve as a source of support and recognition by helping to fund non-research-based activities.

Take a look at our winners below👇

🏆 Mrs Nafiseh Ghasemi—University of Salford

With a focus on the timely topic of AI, the grant will be used to fund a workshop which focuses on the ethics and research integrity, alongside the effective use of AI.

🏆 Dr. Md Aminul Islam—Northumbria University

The grant will be used to help foster mutual learning through the sharing of experiences across London's research community, it seeks to build a more connected and reflective research culture.

🏆 Dr. Mircea Zloteanu—King's College London

The grant will be used to fund a workshop which promotes transparency in research and the subversion of bias, whilst equipping researchers across disciplines with the skills to navigate uncertainty with confidence.

A big congratulations to our winners and we look forward to seeing their future projects!

The MDPI UK Mini Grants is now accepting Q3 applications.

To apply for a grant worth £500, please apply here: https://brnw.ch/21x4zUv

30/07/2026

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Prof. Dr. Sarah Kettley and Prof. Dr. Ullrich Kockel as the Editors-in-Chief of Crafts (ISSN: 3042-8718).

Prof. Dr. Sarah Kettley is Chair of Material and Design Innovation at Edinburgh College of Art at the University of Edinburgh. She is also the co-convenor of the Edinburgh Futures Institute research cluster in Creative Health and Technology.

Prof. Dr. Ullrich Kockel is Professor of creative ethnology at the Institute for Northern Studies, University of the Highlands and Islands UHI. His research ranges across disciplinary and cultural boundaries, with special focus on traditional crafts, especially basketry, place-lore and place-making, and community resilience and sustainability.

Read more about Prof. Dr. Sarah Kettley and Prof. Dr. Ullrich Kockel, and their research interests: https://brnw.ch/21x4xWJ

29/07/2026

Having research published in a scientific journal is an important step in an academic’s career, adding to the body of work in a particular field and progressing your career path.

Paper rejections are often compounded by researchers submitting to an ill-suited journal, therefore it is important to choose the right journal, which can significantly improve your chances of publication.

Learn more about how to choose the right journal for your research paper: https://brnw.ch/21x4w3l

28/07/2026

Open Access refers to a publishing model for scholarly research that makes information immediately available to readers at no cost. The United Kingdom is a leader in Open Access policy and practice.

Since the mid-2000s, leading UK research organisations and funding agencies have introduced Open Access mandates, and the UK government also leads global discussions on the value of open research.

The UK continues to lead conversations on the practice of Open Access policy, with multiple of the leading research funders and organisations mandating it.

Read more about the UK’s Open Access mandates and current policies 👇https://brnw.ch/21x4u5E

27/07/2026

MDPI UK is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at the British Educational Research Association Conference 2026, in Manchester, on the 8th - 10th September 2026.

The BERA Annual Conference is the largest conference in the UK to focus on educational research, which continues to grow and develop and remains a great opportunity to disseminate research and network with like-minded colleagues.

If you are attending the conference, make sure to visit our booth, where we will be happy to answer any questions you may have!

For more information, please visit: https://brnw.ch/21x4sjS

24/07/2026

MDPI UK had the privilege of meeting with Prof. Dr. Ah-Lian Kor, Professor in Sustainable and Intelligent Computing at Leeds Beckett University.

Prof. Dr. Ah-Lian Kor currently serves as a Topical Advisory Panel Member for two MDPI Open Access journals; Applied Sciences MDPI and Sensors MDPI.

Her current research interests involve Artificial Intelligence (AI), IT infrastructure as well as data centre energy efficiency and sustainability.

We spoke about Prof. Dr. Ah-Lian Kor's experience working with MDPI as a Guest Editor and running Special Issues, with key standouts being MDPI's quick turnover. She also spoke about her interest in attending MDPI events such as Academic Publishing Workshops and conferences.

A big thank you to Prof. Dr. Ah-Lian Kor for her time and we look forward to future collaborations!💙

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