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This article reviews the 40-year history and progress of the journal Carbohydrate Polymers, offering insights into its future. It covers editorial practices and strategies against fraudulent publications in carbohydrate polymer research.

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  • Focuses on the scientific domain of carbohydrate polymers.
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