To further engage youth researchers and drive the innovative development of Ageing and Cancer Research & Treatment (ACRT), we are excited to officially launch the recruitment for the ACRT Youth Editorial Board! We sincerely invite outstanding youth scholars with demonstrated research expertise and genuine academic enthusiasm to join our team.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Ph.D. degree;
2. Generally under 45 years old;
3. Sustained contributions and recognition in one or more of the following fields:
• Epigenetics and ageing research
• Ageing and metabolism
• Cellular regulatory mechanisms in ageing and cancer
• Stem cell ageing and fundamental mechanisms of ageing biology
• Cellular senescence and inflammation
• Tumor microenvironment and functional mechanisms
• Cancer immunotherapy
• Precision cancer therapy and personalized treatment strategies
4. At least 5 high-quality academic papers published in internationally recognized journals as first author or corresponding author in the past three years;
5. Candidates with experience in manuscript handling for journals, conference organization or coordination, or active involvement in relevant academic communities will be given preference;
6. ACRT’s outstanding authors or former reviewers will be given priority consideration.

Key Responsibilities
• Peer Review: Undertake manuscript peer review to ensure the process is professional, impartial, and efficient;
• Manuscript Contribution & Recommendation: Contribute works aligned with your research expertise and recommend impactful research to enhance the journal’s academic value;
• Academic Activities Engagement: Participate actively in ACRT-hosted events (e.g., academic conferences, symposia, author seminars) to advance academic exchange and collaboration;
• Special Issue and Feature Column Development: Support Special Issue planning/implementation to strengthen the ACRT’s academic leadership;
• Promotion: Increasing its global outreach & visibility through your academic & social media networks.

Benefits:
1. Official certificate of appointment as a ACRT Youth Editorial Board Member (term: 2 years);
2. Profile listing on the journal website and promotional platforms;
3. Priority publication for personal or recommended manuscripts that pass peer review;
4. Priority involvement in Special Issue planning for active contributors;
5. Outstanding contributors will be recognized with special honors and considered for promotion to the main Editorial Board;
6. Opportunity to showcase team achievements, key papers, and research updates via the journal’s international platforms and WeChat;
7. Priority access to participate in ACRT’s high-level academic forums, international conferences, online interviews, and publishing events.

How to Apply:
Interested scholars are invited to submit the following materials to the Editorial Office via: acrtjournal@sciexplor.com
1. Curriculum Vitae: Detailing educational background, research focus, projects, representative accomplishments, and academic service experience;
2. Personal Statement: A brief explanation of your motivation and considerations for joining the Youth Editorial Board.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
Contact: acrtjournal@sciexplor.com

ACRT is dedicated to cultivating an ecosystem for youth scholars’ academic development. We believe the Youth Editorial Board will become a key driver of the journal’s growth and a backbone of the future academic community.

Join us to shape the future of ageing and cancer research!