New JNE Early Career Editorial Board Announced!
The Journal of Neuroendocrinology (JNE) is delighted to announce the appointment of a new Early Career Editorial Board with researchers joining across a range of disciplines and from across the globe, including Zambia, Mexico, New Zealand as well as the UK, Europe, Canada and USA.
Formed as part of JNE’s commitment to the neuroendocrine community and the support of early career researchers (ECRs) in the field across the world, the JNE Early Career Editorial Board empowers emerging neuroendocrinologists with knowledge, expertise and skills to excel in their scientific career.
The 11 ECRs joining this new Editorial Board will help the on-going development of the programme with senior editors to ensure the experience meets the needs of the ECRs while also gaining the knowledge and experience on how the journal publishing process works.
On his appointment to the Board Dr Vito Hernandez, University of Mexico said:
“I wanted to join the JNE Early Career Editorial Board to contribute to the peer-review process, ensuring rigor, transparency, and inclusivity in neuroendocrinology research. This role aligns with my commitment to fostering collaboration, supporting early-career researchers, and amplifying the voices of colleagues from underrepresented regions in the scientific community.”
Dr Isadora Clivatti Furigo, Coventry University, said:
“I believe this is a fantastic opportunity to learn from experienced editors how outstanding journals are shaped. I also believe that I can contribute in shaping the future of scientific publication by offering fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the board.”
Dr Stephen Manchishi, University of Zambia, said:
“I look forward to contributing to the growing quality of publications in my research area, drawing inspiration from senior editors and learning the editorial process to improve my own writing quality.”
Benefits for early career researchers
Over the year, the ECRs will benefit from:
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Mentoring from senior JNE editors aligned to your area(s) of research on the editorial process.
- Experiential learning through shadowing a senior editor from your area of research expertise.
- Access comprehensive career development online workshops on science publishing and peer-review.
- Networking with peers on the ECR editorial board and mentors from the JNE senior editorial board.
- Opportunity to provide feedback on the content published in the journal, and suggest special issues, commentaries, and topical reviews.
Benefits for the Journal of Neuroendocrinology
In return, the Journal will gain from:
- Fostering the next generation of neuroendocrinologists
- Fresh perspectives and ideas
- Inclusivity in neuroendocrine research community
- Continuity in the journal's rigorous, fair and thorough editorial and peer review process
Introducing the new JNE Early Career Board Members
(L-R top row: Aleisha Moore, Vito Hernandez, Helen Eachus, Rajae Talbi, Isadora Clivatti Furigo, Stephen Manchishi. L-R bottom row: Michael Ruiz Cruz, Jessica Chadwick, Bradley Jamieson, Teodora Georgescu, Kalyan Mansukhbhai Shekhda)
The Board members have research interests across the spectrum of neuroendocrine research, including reproduction, stress, growth and development, energy and fluid homeostasis, neuroendocrine tumours and the impact of the environment and society on neuroendocrine systems and behaviours. The new Board members are (in alphabetical order by surname):
- Dr Jessica Chadwick, Imperial College London, London, UK
- Dr Isadora Clivatti Furigo, Coventry University, Coventry, UK
- Dr Helen Eachus, Aston University, Birmingham, UK
- Dr Teodora Georgescu, University of Otago, New Zealand
- Dr Vito Hernandez, National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico
- Dr Bradley Jamieson, Francis Crick Institute, London, UK
- Dr Stephen Manchishi, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
- Dr Kalyan Mansukhbhai Shekhda, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, UK
- Dr Aleisha Moore, Kent State University, Ohio, USA
- Dr Michael Ruiz Cruz, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
- Dr Rajae Talbi, Montreal, Canada
Find out more about each of the JNE Early Career Board Members
On the appointment of the new Board, Professor Kate Ellacott, Early Career Perspectives Editor, Journal of Neuroendocrinology, said:
“We’re delighted with the enthusiasm of the new Board and look forward to working with them over the year to create a rigorous and exciting programme that equips the group with the knowledge, expertise and skills to excel in their scientific career.”
Professor Mike Lehman, Editor-in-Chief, Fundamental and Mechanistic Strand, Journal of Neuroendocrinology, added
“The new ECR Board members and the breadth of research interests and geographical areas they represent is exactly what the Journal needs to thrive well into the future.”
