Welcoming Our New Editor-in-Chief

2026-08-08

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alexandra Reed as the new Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Applied Research and Innovation, effective September 1, 2026.

Dr. Reed brings more than 15 years of experience in scholarly publishing and interdisciplinary research. Throughout her career, she has championed research accessibility, rigorous peer review, and collaboration across academic communities. She has published extensively in her field and served on the editorial boards of several leading international journals.

As Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Reed will work closely with our editorial team, reviewers, and authors to strengthen the journal's commitment to publishing high-quality, impactful research. Her priorities include:

  • Enhancing the author and reviewer experience
  • Expanding the journal's international reach
  • Supporting emerging researchers
  • Promoting transparency and research integrity
  • Exploring innovative approaches to scholarly communication

"I am honored to join the journal at such an exciting time," said Dr. Reed. "I look forward to working with the editorial board and research community to further the journal's mission of advancing knowledge and fostering meaningful scholarly exchange."

We would also like to thank Dr. Michael Chen, our outgoing Editor-in-Chief, for his dedicated leadership and many contributions to the journal over the past six years. Under his guidance, the journal expanded its readership, increased publication frequency, and strengthened its reputation within the research community.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Reed to her new role. We look forward to the continued growth and success of the journal under her leadership.