Core Insights - The article highlights the significant growth of Chinese researchers' publications in Cell Press journals over the past decade, showcasing advancements in originality, systematic approaches, and openness in Chinese scientific research [2][48]. - In 2024, the total number of research papers published by Chinese institutions in Cell Press journals reached a record high of 2,446, marking a 17.6% increase from the previous year and nearly quadrupling the output from 2020 [3][14]. Publication Growth - The number of papers published in the life sciences field by Chinese scholars was the highest in 2024, totaling 860 papers, with the medical field showing the most notable growth, increasing by 138 papers [6]. - The journal Cell Reports Medicine saw the number of Chinese papers surpass 100 for the first time, while materials science and interdisciplinary fields also experienced steady growth, reaching 554 and 394 papers, respectively [6]. Journal Performance - In 2024, 18 hybrid journals under Cell Press reported growth in the number of Chinese publications, with Joule and Device in materials science showing the highest increases of 32 and 31 papers, respectively [7]. - The medical journal Med saw a remarkable increase, with a total of 32 papers published, reflecting a 2.5-fold increase from the previous year [7]. Open Access Trends - The proportion of papers published in open access (OA) format by Chinese scientists in Cell Press journals approached three-quarters of all Chinese publications, totaling 1,761 papers, which is a 13% increase from the previous year [10]. - The number of OA papers published in hybrid journals rose from 69 to 119, marking a 72.5% increase, indicating a growing commitment to open access among Chinese researchers [11]. Annual Paper Awards - The 2024 Cell Press Annual Paper Awards recognized 50 outstanding papers across five fields, with an additional 25 papers voted as the most popular by the public [14]. Research Institution Landscape - In 2024, the number of Chinese institutions publishing in Cell Press journals exceeded 300 for the first time, with a notable increase of 40 institutions from the previous year [32]. - Sun Yat-sen University led in publication volume with 113 papers, followed by Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Zhejiang University with 106 and 105 papers, respectively [32]. Regional and International Collaboration - Beijing remained the leading region for publications with 442 papers, followed by Guangdong and Shanghai [38]. - The number of countries and regions collaborating with Chinese scholars reached 76, reflecting a 20.6% increase, with the United States being the most frequent collaborator [43][47].