From the desk of Gunther Eysenbach, MD, MPH, FACMI, JMIR Publications Chief Executive Officer and Executive Editor 

A Legacy of Pioneering Open Science

This week I had the pleasure of presenting Plan P, a groundbreaking new initiative from JMIR Publications, at the AGMB 2024 conference in Mainz, Germany.  Plan P is set to revolutionize the way scientific research is published and shared.

JMIR Publications is thrilled to be part of the AGMB 2024 conference, where German medical librarians are gathering to shape the future of health information. The conference's motto, "Health information Efficient. Digital. Innovative," aligns with our mission to advance digital health research and innovation.

The recent Bibliocon 2024 conference was a valuable opportunity for JMIR Publications to connect with librarians and discuss the evolving landscape of open access (OA) publishing. Here's a recap of our key takeaways:

Are you intrigued by the evolving landscape of scholarly publishing? Do you have questions about open access models, the rise of preprints, and their impact on traditional journals?

Then you will enjoy this insightful video interview with Gunther Eysenbach, CEO and Executive Editor, JMIR Publications and Juan Pablo Alperin, Scientific Director, Public Knowledge Project (PKP).

In today's fast-paced world, where the demands of work can often encroach upon our personal lives, prioritizing mental health is paramount. At JMIR Publications, we recognize the importance of fostering a supportive and healthy work environment for our employees.

This week, we join the chorus of appreciation for the incredible nurses who form the backbone of healthcare. Their dedication, expertise, and compassion are essential for patient well-being around the world.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in Canada,  May 6 - 12 is CMHA Mental Health Week. This Mental Health Week the theme is: “A call to be kind, compassion connects us all." Here at JMIR Publications, we're committed to advancing mental health research, and we believe compassion plays a crucial role in both understanding and supporting well-being.

Every year on April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Day, a global call to action to honor our planet and advocate for its sustainability. 

We are delighted to announce JMIR Publications will be participating at the 112th Bibliocon, set to take place at the Congress Center Hamburg (CCH), Germany, from June 4th to 7th, 2024. As steadfast advocates for advancing scholarly communication and disseminating knowledge, we look forward to meeting with the community of librarians, information professionals, and researchers attending this event.

As we venture into the month of April, it brings us great joy to share some exciting new updates in the Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal.