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Antioxidants: Looking Forward after a Decade
1Department of Nutrition and Director, Environmental Sciences and Health Graduate Program, University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557, USA.
Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)
|December 24, 2021
Summary
The journal Antioxidants celebrates its 10th anniversary, highlighting its growth into a premier publication through the collective efforts of its publisher, staff, editors, reviewers, and authors.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Nutrition
Background:
- The journal Antioxidants has completed ten years of publication.
- This milestone reflects the journal's growth and impact in the scientific community.
Discussion:
- Gratitude is extended to the publisher (MDPI), editorial staff, editors, reviewers, and authors.
- Their contributions have been instrumental in establishing Antioxidants as a leading journal.
Key Insights:
- The journal has achieved a respected position in the field of antioxidant research.
- Sustained collaboration is key to the continued success of scientific journals.
Outlook:
- Continued commitment to publishing high-quality research in antioxidant science.
- Anticipation of future contributions and advancements within the field.
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