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06 Oct 2025
From FAIR to FAIR²: Why data principles matter and how publishing is evolving
If you’ve applied for funding in the last few years, you’ve probably heard of FAIR data. The principles - Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable - have become the global standard for research data management. They are endorsed by major funders, woven into policies like Horizon Europe’s Open Science mandates, and promoted by organisations from the OECD to UNESCO. But what do they actually mean for researchers and why should you care?
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26 Sep 2025
What’s hot right now in pharmacology?
Pharmacology continues to evolve rapidly – from refining clinical pharmacokinetics and precision dosing to advancing neuropharmacology, pharmacogenetics, and cardiovascular pharmacology. Researchers publishing with Frontiers in Pharmacology are driving these breakthroughs. Here, we highlight emerging themes and the studies shaping conversations in the field.
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26 Sep 2025
What’s hot right now in genetics?
Genetics moves fast - from national genomic services to AI-driven diagnosis - and researchers publishing with Frontiers in Genetics are at the forefront of these shifts. This month, we look at the themes making waves in the journal and the standout papers shaping conversations in the field.