In the era of continuous flow of information — and misinformation — it is essential that research results are communicated through reliable platforms. Scientific journals carry this responsibility. Through rigorous editorial processes and peer review, they help ensure the quality and reliability of published findings.
Starting a new journal is a challenging process. It can take years before a journal is indexed in major databases such as the Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE) or MEDLINE, and before it receives its first impact factor — a measure that is widely used, yet often criticized.
Naturally, many researchers aim to publish in well-established and widely indexed journals. So why consider a newly established journal?
New journals must find their place within the global scientific publishing ecosystem. Their editorial teams are often highly motivated and committed to building strong foundations. As a result, they may be open to promising manuscripts that still require development and careful polishing.
For students and researchers at the beginning of their careers, looking beyond long-established journals can be a strategic choice — helping accelerate publication timelines and support early professional growth. Newly established journals may also, at times, offer open-access publication without article processing charges, which can be particularly important for researchers without dedicated funding.
Pediatric Discovery, an open-access general pediatrics journal established in 2023, is already indexed in PubMed Central and therefore visible in PubMed. The journal encourages submissions of basic, clinical, and translational research from all areas of pediatrics. Article processing charges are currently waived for accepted publications.