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Dear friends, the positive consequences of Fracture and Structural Integrity's integration as a “Verified Journal” on ResearchGate are becoming increasingly evident. In the last issue (January 2026) we announced a climb of the CiteScoreTracker 2025 from 3.4 (matching the 2024 value) to 3.6 … now, after less than 3 months we are able to announce the 3.8 value!! Connect with us on ResearchGate! Following our profile ensures you never miss an update while helping the journal broaden its reach and impact!
And now something completely different … AI in manuscript preparation … is it permitted or is it prohibited? In our journal, we use iThenticate to check both plagiarism/self-plagiarism and AI contribution to the preparation of the paper… but it is undeniable that an “ethical” use of the AI can assist the authors, particularly non-native English speakers! Well, Fracture and Structural Integrity recognises the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance research. In alignment with the TITAN2025 Guidelines, this policy ensures transparency, human oversight, and technical robustness. The Editors will evaluate each case to prevent misuse and ensure that AI application does not compromise the scientific record. Authors utilising AI in the preparation of their manuscript are now required to submit the AI declaration form (available on the journal website), accepting some boundaries in the use of AI and providing a detailed description of the applied procedures.
Now… some details about the next IGF event: IGF29 - the 29th International Conference on Fracture and Structural Integrity, to be held in Vicenza, Italy, and online (February 15-17, 2027). Whether you are a seasoned professor, an industry expert, a young researcher, or a PhD student just starting out, this conference is the perfect place to share your work on fracture, fatigue and structural health in a friendly, collaborative atmosphere.
Visit https://www.igf-conference.eu/ for important dates and abstract submission details!