Biomedicines Webinar | Biomedicines Reviewer Club 2026
Biomedicines Webinar | Biomedicines Reviewer Club 2026
Part of the MDPI Biomedicines Webinars series
10 June 2026
Biomedicines, Reviewer Club, Peer Review, Biomedical Research
Welcome from the Chair
23rd Biomedicines Webinar
Biomedicines Reviewer Club 2026
Welcome to our Biomedicines Reviewer Club 2026. We are pleased to host this ceremony to thank the exceptional and outstanding reviewers for their efforts and to present this roundtable discussion to further explore peer review and future trends in biomedical research.
In recent years, scholarly publishing has witnessed profound transformations. The demand for greater transparency and efficiency in peer review continues to grow, even as publication volumes surge and the reviewer pool faces increasing pressure. In response, innovative approaches have emerged to streamline processes and better align them with authors' needs. The integration of artificial intelligence tools, for instance, is gradually automating administrative tasks, enabling reviewers to focus on the most critical aspects of evaluation. While these shifts are reshaping the publishing ecosystem, the core value of peer review remains unchanged: it is the primary mechanism for ensuring the rigor, credibility, and impact of scientific research.
At the same time, biomedical research itself is undergoing a paradigm shift. Breakthroughs in technologies such as single-cell sequencing, spatial transcriptomics, and advanced imaging are providing unprecedented insights into disease mechanisms. Emerging fields like organoid engineering, CRISPR-based therapies, and mRNA vaccines are redefining what is possible in personalized medicine.
Join us for this roundtable discussion where our distinguished panelists will share their experiences and insights into the peer review process and the biomedical research landscape.
Date: 10 June 2026
Time: 2:00 pm CEST | 8:00 am EDT | 8:00 pm CST Asia
Webinar ID: 830 3964 5862
Webinar Secretariat: journal.webinar@mdpi.com
Event Chair
Neuromodulation Center and Center for Clinical Research Learning, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA,
Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA
Prof. Dr. Fregni is a Professor of epidemiology at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and PM&R at Harvard Medical School. He leads a large clinical research laboratory (Spaulding Neuromodulation Center) funded by major NIH grants and is currently investigating techniques to guide and measure neuroplasticity in brain injury. He has been at the forefront of advancing neurorehabilitation science to treat conditions such as stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and chronic pain. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, he has been awarded the highest honor bestowed by the United States government to outstanding scientists and engineers in the U.S.: the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).
Keynote Speakers
Dr Philip Calder is Professor of nutritional immunology in the Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK. He is an internationally recognised researcher on nutritional immunology and the metabolism and functionality of fatty acids, with an emphasis on the roles of omega-3 fatty acids. His research has both life courses and translational perspectives.
Laboratory of Neuropsychophysiology, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, University of Porto, Portugal
Dr. Nicoletta Cera is a researcher at the Laboratory of Neuropsychophysiology at the Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences at the University of Porto and CrossI&D at Escola Superior de Saúde da Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa of Lisbon. Her expertise spans methodology, neuroimaging, and psychophysiology. She is actually interested in metabolic and neuroelectric alterations in women with PCOS.
Department of Immunology, Rheumatology and Allergy, Medical University of Łódź, Poland
Dr. Marcin Kurowski is an Associate Professor at the Department of Immunology and Allergy, Medical University of Łódź, Poland. He is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Allergy, and Clinical Immunology. Apart from clinical activities in the field of allergy and immunology, he carries out research focusing on the influence of exercise on immune response and allergic inflammation, food allergy and hypersensitivity, hereditary and acquired angioedema, and the biological treatment of allergic disease.
Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Silesian Centre for Heart Diseases, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
Dr Pawel Nadziakiewicz is Associate Professor of anesthesia and intensive therapy in the Faculty of Medicine in Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland. He is specially interested in cardiac anesthesia and cardiac intensive care. He is involved in investigation of pathomechanisms underlying organ failure in presence of circulatory disturbances. He is introducing the new markers of kidney and liver function in patients’ assessment due to broader use of mechanical circulatory support and heart transplantation. These facts engaged him in research field of management of cardiogenic shock, acute and chronic heart failure. and multiorgan failure.
Registration
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Program
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Speaker/Presentation |
Time in CEST |
Time in EDT |
Time in CST Asia |
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MDPI Host |
2:00 - 2:10 pm |
8:00 - 8:10 am |
8:00 - 8:10 pm |
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Prof. Dr. Felipe Fregni |
2:10 - 2:30 pm |
8:10 - 8:30 am |
8:10 - 8:30 pm |
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Roundtable Discussion |
2:30 - 3:00 pm |
8:30 - 9:00 am |
8:30 - 9:00 pm |
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Roundtable Discussion |
3:00 - 3:30 pm |
9:00 - 9:30 am |
9:00 - 9:30 pm |
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Q&A |
3:30 - 3:45 pm |
9:30 - 9:45 am |
9:30 - 9:55 pm |
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MDPI Host |
3:45 - 3:50 pm |
9:45 - 9:50 am |
9:45 - 9:50 pm |
Journal Section
Drug Discovery, Development and Delivery
This Section of Biomedicines (ISSN 2227-9059) publishes original and innovative scientific papers, as well as comprehensive review papers. It is organized into topics mainly covering drug discovery, drug design, basic and clinical pharmacology, formulation and delivery, and toxicology.
Outstanding Reviewer Award
The Outstanding Reviewer Award is given annually to recognize reviewers who generously contribute their time to reviewing papers and display thoroughness, professionalism, and timeliness while doing so. Winners will be chosen from all previous year's reviewers and revealed by the end of March each year.
Prize:
- CHF 500
- A 50% discount on article processing fees valid for one year
- A certificate
Eligibility and Selection Criteria:
- All of the reviewers for Biomedicines in the 2025 will be automatically included
- Number of review reports
- The quality and timeliness of review reports
Exceptional Reviewers List 2026
We are thrilled to share the updated Exceptional Reviewers List 2026. This program was established to recognize and honor scholars who have consistently delivered exceptional review reports to our journal. Committed to fostering rigorous research and promoting knowledge exchange, Biomedicines (ISSN: 2227-9059) acknowledges the vital role our reviewers play in maintaining the quality and integrity of the articles we publish. According to surveys conducted in 2025, 93% of our authors rated the peer review process as good or excellent, reflecting the strength and effectiveness of our reviewer community.
We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all the reviewers who have generously volunteered their time and expertise to assist in Biomedicines’ peer-review process. Their dedication and attention to detail in evaluating manuscripts, offering valuable feedback, and contributing to academic rigor are truly commendable.
The Exceptional Reviewers List was introduced in January 2026. Each quarter, we will select a group of outstanding reviewers and introduce them here.
Q1
Name: Dr. Brian Reed
Affiliation: Rockefeller University, USA
Name: Dr. Danielle Majoor-Krakauer
Affiliation: Erasmus University Medical Center, the Netherlands
Name: Dr. Doste R. Mamand
Affiliation: Karolinska Institute, Sweden
“My experience serving as a reviewer for Biomedicines has been both enriching and professionally rewarding. It has afforded me the opportunity to rigorously evaluate scientific evidence, further develop my critical appraisal skills, and enhance my understanding of contemporary research methodologies. This role has significantly contributed to my academic and professional growth.”
Name: Dr. Qi Shao
Affiliation: University of Minnesota, USA
Name: Prof. Dr. Martin Christian Michel
Affiliation: Johannes-Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany
Name: Dr. Elisa Araldi
Affiliation: Johannes-Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany
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