Welcome to Automated Experimentation: a new open access journal

No prior work had resolved the need for a dedicated publication venue for the rapidly evolving field of automated experimentation. Modern scientific inquiry now demands larger experimental series than ever before. Researchers face increasing pressure to produce results with direct relevance to external, real-world systems. This shift has necessitated a move toward integrating automation into standard laboratory workflows. While individual studies exist, the broader processes surrounding experimentation often remain fragmented across various disciplines. That uncertainty drove the creation of a centralized channel for this interdisciplinary work. Existing journals often lack the specific scope required to capture the nuances of automated laboratory systems. This gap motivated the launch of a new journal to consolidate these diverse research efforts.

The primary aim of this journal is to provide a proper publication channel for the field of automated experimentation. This initiative addresses the need for a venue that captures interdisciplinary research in this area. The editors seek to support the development of processes that extend beyond simple laboratory tasks. They recognize that modern science requires results with direct connections to external systems. The journal intends to bridge the gap between foundational groundwork and practical, automated applications. This effort is motivated by the increasing ability to automate complex experimental series. The team welcomes research at various stages, including early conceptual or deployment phases. By doing so, they hope to foster a deeper understanding of these evolving scientific practices.

The editorial team established a new open-access platform to curate interdisciplinary studies. This review approach focuses on identifying research that integrates laboratory tasks with broader analytical workflows. The editors evaluate submissions based on their potential to advance automated systems. They prioritize work that connects internal laboratory findings to external real-world applications. The journal accepts a wide range of experimental designs, from early conceptual models to advanced deployments. This strategy ensures a comprehensive overview of the field's current state. The team actively seeks to bridge the divide between foundational science and practical automation tools. They maintain an inclusive policy to encourage innovation across diverse scientific sectors.

The journal provides a new, dedicated publication channel for the growing field of automated experimentation. It addresses the increasing demand for experimental results that connect directly to systems outside the laboratory. The editors report that the journal captures both the experiments themselves and the larger processes contributing to analysis. This platform supports research at various stages, including proof of concept and early deployment. The initiative serves as a bridge for significant groundwork research that facilitates future automation. By consolidating these efforts, the journal aims to improve the understanding of automated laboratory workflows. The authors note that modern science now allows for larger series of experiments than previously possible. This publication serves as the primary venue for this breed of interdisciplinary research.

The authors propose that a dedicated journal will foster growth in the field of automated experimentation. This publication serves as a bridge for foundational research that enables future laboratory automation. The editors invite submissions covering a wide spectrum of experimental science. They specifically encourage research at the proof of concept or early deployment stages. By providing this channel, the journal aims to support the development of more efficient scientific processes. The editors emphasize the importance of connecting laboratory results to broader, external systems. This initiative reflects a commitment to advancing the methodology of modern experimental science. The journal intends to become a primary resource for researchers working on these complex, automated workflows.