Rooted in Asia, Connected to the World

The Asian Council of Science Editors (ACSE) connects editors, publishers, journals, and researchers across Asia and beyond—advancing collaboration, professional development, and excellence in scholarly publishing.

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Individual Members

Editors, reviewers, researchers, and publishing professionals.

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Journal Members

Strengthening quality, visibility, and impact across scholarly publishing.

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Corporate Members

Supporting innovation, integrity, and sustainable publishing growth.

ACSE 2026

Conference Highlights

Rebuilding Trust in Scholarly Publishing

The 12th ACSE Annual Conference brought together editors, researchers, publishers, reviewers, and scholarly communication professionals from across Asia and beyond for two days of discussion, reflection, and exchange.

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ACSE in Action

Connecting People. Sharing Knowledge. Strengthening Scholarly Publishing.

ACSE brings the scholarly publishing community together through learning, expert conversations, knowledge exchange, community initiatives, and practical resources. Across these activities, we create space to share experience, explore emerging challenges, and connect perspectives from Asia and beyond.

From professional development to community dialogue, ACSE supports the people and practices shaping the future of scholarly communication.


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From the Editor’s Café

Perspectives and insights from editors, publishers, and researchers on the evolving world of scholarly publishing.

Quality Before Indexing: A Personal Perspective on Building Sustainable University Journals in Developing Countries

By: Mohamed A. Elbagermi

For many universities in developing countries, launching a scientific journal is often viewed as an important institutional a...

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From the Editor's Chair: Growth, Grit, and Editorial Leadership at JMCJMS

By: Pathiyil Ravi Shankar and Satyam Prakash

Developing a medical journal from scratch in a resource-constrained setting is not a straightforward journey. Rather, it is a...

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Navigating Author-Editor Relations in Scholarly Publishing

By: Maya Masita

Scholarly publishing is founded on collaboration, frequently accompanied by tension between authors and publishers. While the...

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Call for Papers

Trends in Scholarly Publishing

ACSE’s official peer-reviewed open access journal

Trends in Scholarly Publishing (TSP) publishes cutting-edge research, reviews, and insights on scholarly communication and publishing. With global reach and impact, TSP is a trusted resource for academics, editors, and industry professionals shaping the future of publishing.

Fast, fair peer review & rapid online publication
Global reach, discoverable in leading databases
Open access with no page charges
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Trusted by Leading Organizations in Scholarly Publishing

Our corporate members represent trusted leaders in scholarly publishing. Together, we strengthen editorial standards and drive innovation across Asia and beyond. Join us to showcase your organization’s commitment to research integrity.


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Be a part of the Asian Council of Science Editors (ACSE) and connect with a diverse network of editors, publishers, and researchers across Asia and beyond. Membership gives you exclusive access to professional training, editorial resources, and global collaborations that strengthen research integrity and publishing excellence. Together, we advance innovation, share knowledge, and shape a more inclusive future for scholarly publishing.

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Peer Review Week

Celebrating the Power and Purpose of Peer Review

Peer Review Week is a global, community-driven initiative that highlights the vital role peer review plays in upholding research quality, integrity, and trust. Each year, ACSE joins this worldwide celebration with panels, discussions, and collaborative activities that explore evolving practices, emerging challenges, and future directions in peer review.

Through conversations with editors, reviewers, publishers, and researchers, Peer Review Week fosters dialogue on how to make peer review more transparent, equitable, and effective, and why it remains a cornerstone of scholarly communication.

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