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Maths - the six S2O journals will continue to publish in open access in 2023. “We are grateful to the library community for their ongoing support of the S2O model and for recognizing its value in ensuring equitable open access to mathematics research.” Anne Ruimy, EDP Sciences.

Radioprotection – has adopted the S2O model and is now online-only. It is published on behalf of the Société Française de Radioprotection (SFRP). Articles address all aspects of radiological protection, including non-ionising as well as ionising radiation.

Astronomy & Astrophysics - over the last year, the core astronomy journals have moved or are moving towards open access under various models, which is a positive step for accessibility. A&A has opted for S2O which helps to make it a cost-effective publishing option for many authors (there are no article processing charges, APCs). More information.

Société Française de Physique 150^th anniversary – 2023 events

It is our pleasure to be involved in many of the events celebrating the SFP’s anniversary throughout 2023.

In April, we are proud to sponsor the International Physicists’ Tournament 2023 down the road at the École polytechnique in Palaiseau. Billed as a “physics world cup”, we are looking forward to lively battles between the undergraduate teams.

In May, the series of five Masterclasses on “Science publishing and Open Science” begins in Nice. The last chance to catch one of these sessions will be in Marseille in October, so we hope to see you there or along the way (Lyon, Grenoble and Strasbourg are also hosting).

Don’t forget our SFP anniversary books discount code - PHYS234 - valid until the end of June 2024! We are delighted to offer a 5% discount on EDP Sciences books in the following series: Savoirs Actuels / Une introduction à / Sciences & History / Enseignement Sup Physique.

News from the European Physical Journal (EPJ)

EPJ Scientific Advisory Committee

The Scientific Advisory Committee of the EPJ is delighted to welcome Professor Quentin Glorieux, as the new representative for the French Physical Society. Professor Glorieux researches “Optics through the prism of Quantum Gases” and is a self-avowed “Quantum Physicist, Trail runner and Mountain climber.”

EPJ poster prizes at the SFP Congrès Général

We are pleased to report that the EPJ is sponsoring two poster prizes at the SFP Congrès Général in July (in addition to the two EPL prizes already announced). We look forward to Professor Jean Daillant, Director General of the SOLEIL synchrotron and the SFP representative on the EPJ Steering Committee, awarding the prizes on Thursday 6 July for two of the best posters presented by young physicists.

EPJ D Atomic, Molecular, Optical and Plasma Physics – call for papers

New EPJ D topical issue: “Electron and Positron Interactions and Their Applications: a tribute to Professor Michael Brunger”. The Guest Editors invite contributions from contemporary research and applications across areas such as, atmospheric modelling, materials characterisation, medical science, biological imaging and chemical processing.

EPJ Web of Conferences – conference highlights

ISRD 17 – International Symposium on Reactor Dosimetry, Lausanne, Switzerland, May 21-26, 2023 – the open access proceedings include papers on “Experimental Techniques, Measurements and Monitoring”, “Calculational Methods”, “Reactor Surveillance, Plant Life Management and Decommissioning” and “Benchmarks and Inter-comparisons”.

11th European Summer School on Experimental Nuclear Astrophysics, Catania, Italy, June 12-19, 2022 - highlight themes included primordial nucleosynthesis, indirect methods, underground laboratories, radioactive ion beams facilities as well as stellar structure and evolution. Browse the open access proceedings here.

EPJ Applied Physics – topical issues

EPJ AP is currently publishing articles in two topical issues – “Advances in Renewable Energies, Materials and Technology” and “Amorphous alloys and multiscale materials: Fundamental aspects and Energy applications”. We hope you enjoy the recent articles.

EPJ Photovoltaics – topical issue

The special issue on “WCPEC-8: State of the Art and Developments in Photovoltaics”, edited by Alessandra Scognamiglio, Robert Kenny, Shuzi Hayase and Arno Smets, is now available. It includes papers on Modelling; Semiconductor Thin Films; High Efficiency Materials and Devices - New concepts; Optics of Thin Films, TCOs; Modules and Systems; Socio-economic impact.

Last, but not least…

Acta Acustica – acousticians are invited to read “Acta Acustica: State of art and achievements after 3 years”. In this Editorial, Manfred Kaltenbacher, Editor-in-Chief, and his team summarise the latest activities and achievements of the journal (such as Audio Articles) and key statistics.

Journal of the European Optical Society-Rapid Publications – we extend a very warm welcome to Dr. Silvia Soria, IFAC-CNR Institute of Applied Physics, Italy, in her new role of co-Editor-in-Chief. She joins Sergei Popov at the helm of JEOS-RP which is widely considered to be a leading European journal in the field of optics and photonics.