JMIR Publications, a premier open access publisher of digital health research, and The MidSouth Computational Biology and Bioinformatics Society (MCBIOS), a leading professional organization for computational biology and bioinformatics, have announced a strategic, long-term partnership. This agreement formally designates JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology as the official journal of MCBIOS, effective as of October 10, 2025.
This landmark partnership creates a stable, high-impact, and rapid open access venue for MCBIOS members to publish their research, significantly elevating the visibility of cutting-edge work from MidSouth researchers in computational biology, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and big data analytics.
"We are exceptionally pleased to formalize this strategic partnership with JMIR Publications," said Dr. Aik Choon Tan, President of MCBIOS. "By designating JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology as our official journal, we are ensuring that the important work being done by the MCBIOS receives the high visibility and rapid open access dissemination it deserves, backed by JMIR's commitment to open science."
Key Benefits for MCBIOS Members
To support MCBIOS members and amplify their research, JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology will carry the byline "Official Journal of the MidSouth Computational Biology and Bioinformatics Society" and offer concrete benefits:
- Dedicated Annual Conference Proceedings: JMIR will collaborate with MCBIOS organizers to publish an annual theme issue in the journal, ensuring a high-quality, indexed, and consistent publication for selected research presented at the annual MCBIOS conference.
- Article Processing Fee (APF) Discount: MCBIOS members will receive a discount on APFs for all articles accepted for publication in the journal.
- Education & Training: JMIR will provide virtual education and training on scholarly publishing best practices to the Society.
Dr. Ece Uzun, Editor-in-Chief of JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology, noted “Making JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology the official journal of MCBIOS marks an exciting new step in open-access publishing. This partnership gives MCBIOS members a fast, high-profile place to publish research in bioinformatics, genomics, and applications of artificial intelligence in biology and medicine while helping JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology build and maintain a strong presence in the field"
MCBIOS will actively promote JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology as its exclusive publishing partner for its annual conference and other events, encouraging members to submit their best research to the journal.
About The MidSouth Computational Biology and Bioinformatics Society (MCBIOS)
The MidSouth Computational Biology and Bioinformatics Society (MCBIOS) is a key scientific and professional organization dedicated to fostering the professional development of its members and promoting the advancement of computational biology and bioinformatics through annual conferences, education, networking, and the dissemination of research.
To learn more about MCBIOS, please visit mcbios.com.
About JMIR Publications
JMIR Publications is a leading open access publisher of digital health research and a champion of open science. With a focus on author advocacy and research amplification, JMIR Publications partners with researchers to advance their careers and maximize the impact of their work. Our portfolio features a range of peer-reviewed journals, including the renowned Journal of Medical Internet Research.
To learn more about JMIR Publications, please visit jmirpublications.com.