This past 8 May 2026, MDPI Canada & USA welcomed over 40 researchers, clinicians, and oncology professionals to our Subject Workshop, “Cutting-Edge Advances in Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy: From Basic Science to Clinical Impact”, held at the HSC Conference Center in Los Angeles, California. As part of MDPI’s growing North American Subject Workshop series, our second subject workshop welcomed specialists from across academia and healthcare for a day of discussion center

Conference: 15th World Conference of International Society for Gerontechnology (ISG 2026) Date: 26–29 March 2026 Venue: Simon Fraser University’s Vancouver campus, 515 West Hastings Street Vancouver, Canada MDPI had an amazing time exhibiting at the 15th World Conference of International Society for Gerontechnology (ISG 2026), held this 26 to 29 March 2026 at Simon Fraser University’s Vancouver campus. This global event brought together leading experts, researchers, and profe

At our upcoming Academic Publishing Workshop, part of the Northern Constellations Conference with NOSM University | Université EMNO, MDPI will host a practical session focused on writing, peer review, and the evolving role of AI in publishing. Led by Regional Engagement Editor Dr. Sally Wu, this workshop will guide attendees through developing and structuring a research article, responding to peer review, and approaching the use of AI in a responsible and ethical way. Attende

Last month in March, MDPI Canada had the pleasure of taking part in a career fair at the Psychology Students' Association - University of Toronto Conference! During our time there, MDPI representatives Jo Nguyen, PhD & Teddy Gordon had the opportunity to connect with students, graduates, and scholars interested in learning more about careers in academic publishing and open science. We had many engaging conversations with students about the different directions a career in aca

On 14 March 2026, MDPI Canada hosted the first North American subject workshop entitled “Building Resilient Public Health Systems: Equity, One Health and Innovation for Population Well-Being”. This event brought together nearly fifty students and experts in the field of public health to discuss the latest research findings and current hot topics. This meeting was held at the Park Hyatt Toronto located in the university district and provided a platform for scientific exchange.

Writing a research paper can feel daunting, from structuring your work to navigating peer review and ethical considerations. MDPI aims to support researchers at every stage of this process through initiatives such as the Academic Publishing Workshop held at Western University on 26 February 2026, led by Journal Relations Specialist Megan Taylor. Participants received practical guidance on writing academic articles, organizing research papers, navigating peer review, and uphol

Conference: 16th International Association for Plant Biotechnology Congress 2026 Organization: The International Association for Plant Biotechnology Date: 26–30 July 2026 Place: TCU Place, Saskatoon, Canada The International Association for Plant Biotechnology (IAPB) is the global network for plant biotechnology scientists, providing a platform for sharing research, fostering collaboration, and advancing innovation in plant science. Every four years, the IAPB hosts a major in

The study of the humanities increasingly engages with questions that cross traditional boundaries, exploring connections between different fields and approaches. Recognizing the potential of such transdisciplinary engagement, MDPI will host a full-day workshop titled, “Crossing Boundaries: Transdisciplinarity in the Humanities,” to convene humanities scholars and researchers to discuss how collaboration across areas of study can open new directions for inquiry and foster fres

On 9 April 2026, MDPI hosted the MDPI São Paulo Editors Salon, marking the first Salon held in Brazil. The event brought together over 50 editors, researchers, and academics for a day of discussion and exchange, supporting stronger connections between MDPI and the Brazilian research community, while also marking the introduction of our Salon series to the region. Held at the Pullman São Paulo Hotel, the Salon featured a range of presentations, discussions, and networking oppo

The MDPI Canada team exhibited at the Ontario Library Association (OLA) Super Conference 2026 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The Super Conference brought together esteemed library professionals, publishers, and partners to explore the key themes shaping the future of libraries and scholarly communication. As part of this important conversation, MDPI held a spotlight session on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in scholarly publishing: 🎙️Talk Spotlight: “T

On January 22, the MDPI Canada team returned to the University of Toronto to host an Information Session for students interested in pursuing a career in academic publishing and scholarly communication. The team delivered presentations highlighting MDPI as a publisher, key developments from 2024 and 2025, our publishing practices and commitment to research ethics, and the evolving role of AI in scholarly publishing. They covered transparency in publishing and how MDPI supports

MDPI was delighted to participate as a platinum sponsor at the Get Hired University of Toronto Mississauga Career Fair, an annual event dedicated to connecting students and recent graduates with meaningful career opportunities across a wide range of industries. The fair provided a vibrant and welcoming space to directly engage with UTM talent interested in academic publishing, scholarly communication, and marketing and communications roles that support open access research. O

MDPI Canada was excited to take part as a platinum sponsor in this week’s University of Toronto Career Fair, an event that welcomed thousands of students, alumni, and UofT personnel exploring opportunities across a wide range of fields. The fair was lively and full of meaningful interactions, providing a fantastic environment for connecting with emerging talent in academic publishing. We had the pleasure of speaking with many motivated individuals interested in scholarly comm

MDPI Canada was thrilled to participate in the 17th Annual CSPC (Canadian Science Policy Centre) Conference in Ottawa last week under the overarching theme Toward a resilient future for Canada: Mobilizing science, knowledge and innovation . It was a fantastic opportunity to engage directly with policymakers, researchers, and leaders across Canada’s science and innovation academic ecosystem. The MDPI Canada team hosted a panel titled Trust in Science: An Ecosystem Approach to

MDPI Canada hosted the MDPI Montreal Editors Salon, welcoming more than 40 editors, researchers, and academics for an afternoon focused on discussions around MDPI’s open access vision and publishing processes for the future. Held at Hotel Omni Mont Royal, the Salon served as a forum for discussions, presentations, knowledge exchange, and networking opportunities between participants that will help guide MDPI’s continued efforts in supporting the global scientific community. T

MDPI Canada hosted a dynamic and engaging academic Salon for the first time at the University of Toronto, bringing together key MDPI editors and staff for a day of insightful discussions and presentations.