MDPI Open Science Insights: Academic Publishing Workshop Webinar Series with Turan University Session 1, 1 April 2026
- Mar 26
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 1
MDPI is delighted to collaborate with Turan University to host the MDPI Open Science Insights: Academic Publishing Workshop Webinar Series. This webinar series aims to support postgraduates and researchers in gaining the knowledge and confidence needed for a smooth and successful publishing journey.
In the first session, participants will be introduced to MDPI and its relevant journals, as well as the advantages of open access publishing. The session will also provide practical guidance on selecting the right journal for publication and structuring a manuscript effectively for submission.
Program
Speaker | Program | Time |
Dr. Nurbolat Nyshanbayev | Opening Remarks by a Session Chair | 7:00–7:10 p.m. |
Dr. Nicholas Cho |
| 7:10–7:40 p.m. |
Dr. Alex Lancaster |
| 7:40–8:10 p.m. |
Q&A Session | 8:10–8:20 p.m. | |
Dr. Alex Lancaster | Closing, teaser for next week | 8:20–8:30 p.m. |
MDPI Speakers
 | Dr. Nicholas Cho Rui Wen graduated from Nanyang Technological University with a PhD from the School of Biological Sciences, studying the Gentianaceae species using bioinformatics tools such as statistical modeling and R and Linux, to apply the results to conservation efforts. He joined MDPI in March 2023 as an Assistant Editor, becoming Section Managing Editor in January 2024 and Journal Relations Specialist in August 2024. Part of this work involves engaging with scholars and researchers to work with MDPI and conducting outreach to guide young budding researchers. |
 | Dr. Alex Lancaster graduated from the University of Hull with a Bachelor of Science in ecology. After some time participating in fieldwork in South Africa, he obtained a PhD from the University of Chester, specializing in conservation endocrinology, animal behavior, and human–wildlife conflicts, and is now the part-time Director of Science for the Charity Zoo and Wildlife Conservation. He joined MDPI in May 2024 as an Assistant Editor for the biology section, working for the journal Animals, and later, the journal Birds. Currently, he serves as the Journal Relations Specialist for Animals, actively fostering relationships with collaborators such as Guest Editors and Early Career Editorial Board Members, and represents the company at academic events. |
