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The ASA, CSSA, and SSSA Publications Department expresses gratitude to its editorial board members for their dedication to maintaining high-quality publishing. They specifically thank Paul Scott and Jerry Hatfield for their leadership as Editors of Crop Science and Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment. The Societies invite both members and non-members to explore their benefits and consider becoming a member. The document also includes a list of editorial board members for various journals and magazines. [Extracted from the article]

The article urges ACRL (Association of College & Research Libraries) members to actively shape the organization's future by volunteering for committee positions and editorial boards. It emphasizes the impact on the profession and highlights ACRL's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Benefits of volunteering, appointment processes, and the importance of diversity in committees are also outlined.

The article focuses on a conversation about discrimination in scholarly publishing and the harmful barriers faced by academic library workers. Topics include experiences of scholarly gatekeeping, the longstanding issue of exclusion in scholarly publishing, and the hope that readers and editorial board members gain insights from these discussions.

This article discusses the importance and value of opinion pages in newspapers. It explores the debate within the news community about distinguishing opinion pages from straight news and whether news outlets should invest in editorial pages. The article features insights from opinion editors at The Dallas Morning News, The Charlotte Observer, and the Chicago Sun-Times, who discuss their processes for selecting and publishing opinion pieces. They emphasize the importance of factual accuracy, fairness, and local relevance in opinion writing. The article also highlights the role of opinion pages in sparking dialogue and providing diverse perspectives on local and national issues. [Extracted from the article]

The eminent Bulgarian chemist Christo Balarew was born on June 23, 1934 in Sofia. He received his MSc degree in chemistry from the Sofia University. Balarew devoted many years of his life to the service of Bulgarian chemical science and education. For most of his life he worked at the Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. He was a scientist, teacher, public figure, member of a number of international organizations, editorial boards of scientific journals, organizing and scientific committees of international scientific forums. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on Richard Swedberg's departure from the editorial board of Economic Sociology: Perspectives and Conversations, marking the end of an era in the publication's 25-year history. Topics include Swedberg's foundational role in the publication's inception, the evolution of the newsletter's design and scope, and his broader contributions to the field of economic sociology.

Spectroscopy is publishing a series of feature articles highlighting the lives and careers of the most influential spectroscopists over the past 100 years. These individuals were selected by our Editorial Advisory Board and team of editors to represent the leading figures in spectroscopy over the century. Our second featured Icon of Spectroscopy is Peter R. Griffiths. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Spectroscopy is publishing a series of feature articles highlighting the lives and careers of the most influential spectroscopists over the past 100 years. These individuals were selected by our Editorial Advisory Board and the editors to represent the leading figures in spectroscopy over the century. Our first featured Icons of Spectroscopy Laurate is Professor Gary Hieftje. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

RETINAL DISEASE Dr de Silva: The field of inherited retinal diseases has,over the past decade, seen an explosion in differenttherapeutic strategies being investigated to slow diseaseprogression or even potentially restore visual functionin end-stage disease. Ophthalmology is ideally suited to participatein this new development because we are facing a dramaticallyincreasing number of patients suffering fromage-related diseases such as AMD, diabetes, glaucomaand cataract. Patient counselling needs to start more effectivelybefore patients come into the clinic. 48%OF PEOPLEWITH TYPE IDIABETES AND 28%OF PEOPLE WITH TYPE 2DIABETES MAY DEVELOPRETINAL CHANGES ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ROBOTICS Prof. Goes: Robot-assisted surgery has made itsentrance in ophthalmic surgeries but, compared withother disciplines in medicine, we ophthalmologists--withsome exceptions--are lagging behind in its use. [Extracted from the article]

An introduction to the journal is presented which discusses various topics such as speculative fiction writing, the appointment of Lareina Abbott, Cheryl Merkel, and Jade Mah-Vierling to the editorial team, and the poetry and short stories featured within the issue.

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the first time since 2020, but the extent of the cut is uncertain. Some experts, including former Federal Reserve Bank of New York President Bill Dudley, believe that rates should be cut by 50 basis points. However, the market is not fully convinced of the urgency for a larger cut. The article provides a live stream for further coverage and analysis of the rate cut decision. [Extracted from the article]

The Women in Academia Report has published a list of new books that may be of interest to readers. The books cover a wide range of subjects and offer diverse perspectives. The opinions expressed in these books do not necessarily reflect the views of the editorial board. The list includes titles such as "Exposed: The Hidden History of the Pelvic Exam" by Wendy Kline, "Glamour and Geology: Women in Petroleum Geology and Popular Culture" by E. Allen Driggers, and "Magical Feminism in the Americas: Resisting Female Marginalisation and Oppression Through Magic" by Abu Shahid Abdullah. [Extracted from the article]

The article announces the appointment of Mary Humphrey to the American Recorder Society (ARS) editorial team as print layout specialist for "American Recorder" magazine.

The article from Esquire explores the power and significance of the phrase "I'll have one, too" in social settings. It describes a scenario where a group of friends are ordering drinks at a restaurant, and one person's choice inspires others to follow suit. The article suggests that this phrase fosters unity, creates a shared experience, and reveals the speaker's flexibility and openness to new possibilities. It concludes by endorsing the phrase as a way to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. [Extracted from the article]

The New York Times has announced that it will no longer issue endorsements in New York City and state races. This decision follows the elimination of the Times Metro section in March 2020 and a reduction in local coverage. The Times claims that it is focusing on its mission to help its global audience understand the world. However, critics argue that the Times is neglecting important local issues and events. [Extracted from the article]

The Women in Academia Report has published a list of new books that may be of interest to readers. The books cover a wide range of subjects and offer diverse perspectives. It is important to note that the opinions expressed in these books do not necessarily reflect the views of the editorial board. The list includes titles such as "The Black Box" by Carman Miller, "Feminism in the United States: A Concise Introduction" by Alison Dahl Crossley, and "Watching Women: Militant Suffragists Write the British Surveillance State, 1905-1924" by Stephanie Brown, among others. [Extracted from the article]

The article from Women in Academia Report details Spelman College's new strategic plan, "Elevat-ED: Empowering Excellence, Inspiring Change," designed to enhance the college's operations and promote growth.

Oncotarget, a peer-reviewed open access journal focused on oncology, has announced new additions to its Editorial Board, including Dr. Wafik S. El-Deiry as the new Co-Editor-in-Chief. The journal aims to promote impactful research by bridging different fields of oncology, cancer research, and biomedical sciences. To celebrate the new board members, Oncotarget is offering a 50% discount on publication fees until the end of the year. The journal is indexed and archived by various reputable databases. [Extracted from the article]