Springer Nature has recently announced the recipients of its 2026 Editorial Contribution Award. Professor Ren Luquan, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Bionic Engineering, which is sponsored by Jilin University, has been recognized with this honor.

The Editorial Contribution Award a prestigious recognition established by Springer Nature to commend Editiors-in-Chief and editorial board members who have made outstanding contributions to the peer-review process. The selection criteria is rigorous and based on objective performance data. Recipients are typically among the top in performance and must rank among the top 20% globally in terms of the number of manuscripts reviewed. Award candidates are evaluated not only on the number of manuscripts they review, but also on the quality and effectiveness of their editorial work.

Additionally, recipients are required to excel in managing the entire peer review process, from inviting reviewers and synthesizing review feedback, and making informed editorial decisions. The award recognizes editors who consistently demonstrate professionalism, responsibility, and a strong commitment to maintaining quality and integrity of academic publishing.

Springer Nature, is one of the global leading academic publishing organizations, is committed to promoting research, education, and professional development through innovative publishing solutions. The organization has over 3,000 academic journals, including top publications such as Nature and Springer, covering fields including science, engineering, medicine, and social sciences. Its publications span a vast number of books and open access articles, serving as a core platform for global scientific communication.

The Journal of Bionic Engineering, administered by the Ministry of Education and sponsored by Jilin University, is a leading international academic journals in the field of bionic engineering. The journal is indexed in the major international databases, including Science Citation Index (SCI) and Engineering Index (EI). According to the latest Journal Citation Reports, it has an Impact Factor of 5.8 in 2025, reflecting its strong academic influence and reputation within the field.