This academic publishing workshop will be led by Antigona Ulndreaj, Ph.D., regional journal relations specialist at MDPI. The workshop will cover key topics including responding to peer reviewers, publication ethics, and AI in publishing. Participants will receive expert guidance on navigating the peer review process, strategies for avoiding ethical pitfalls in research and publishing, and an introduction to current and emerging issues related to the use of artificial intelligence in academic publishing.

Learning Objectives:

Attendees will…

• Gain an understanding of the peer review process and learn how to prepare clear, effective responses to reviewers.
• Explore key issues in publication ethics and best practices for maintaining academic integrity throughout the development of scientific publications.
• Learn how artificial intelligence is shaping contemporary scientific publishing and how to navigate these evolving practices responsibly.

Speaker: Antigona Ulndreaj, Ph.D., regional journal relations specialist, MDPI

Ulndreaj holds a doctorate in medical science from the University of Toronto and has completed three postdoctoral fellowships specializing in regenerative medicine and clinical diagnostics. She currently serves as an assistant editor for Pharmaceuticals and as a regional journal relations specialist. With extensive experience in academic publishing, Ulndreaj has authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles, reviewed more than 25 manuscripts, and, in her editorial role, has processed over 140 manuscripts. Her multifaceted perspective on research and publishing allows her to guide academics in effectively translating their data and ideas into clear, impactful manuscripts.