Open Access advocates and funders are recognising the importance of preprints and encouraging authors to publish them.

For many, the importance of preprints stems from how quickly they circulate and can receive feedback.

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New research in Toxins found fungi and mycotoxins in cannabis buds even after gamma irradiation. Despite meeting Health Canada’s safety standards, several fungi, including pathogenic species, remained.

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Informed consent requires that individuals agree to participate only after fully understanding what participation in the study involves — including its risks, benefits, and protection of their rights.

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A recent case of ant smuggling highlights the need for better regulations of insect trafficking globally, as discussed in a new study by researchers from the UK and published in the Open Access journal Laws MDPI.

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We are excited to announce that 8 new MDPI journals covering a diverse range of research fields launched their inaugural issues in December 2025 🙌

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