On September 21, 2024, during the Brazilian Congress of Cardiology, an important meeting was held with the reviewers of the ABC Family, which includes the journals Arquivos Brasileiros de Cardiologia (ABC Cardiol), International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences (IJCS), Arquivos Brasileiros de Cardiologia Imagem Cardiovascular (ABC Imagem), and ABC Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy (ABC HF). The gathering brought together editors-in-chief, associate editors, and reviewers to discuss essential issues regarding the future of scientific publications in the cardiovascular field.

Among the topics discussed, the importance of valuing reviewers, the indexing of journals, and strategies to attract new reviewers stood out. The editors emphasized the significance of reviewers’ work for the quality and credibility of the journals, highlighting that their dedication is fundamental to the advancement of scientific knowledge.

Additionally, the editors highlighted the SBC Scientific Publication Award, which will recognize the most active reviewer from each journal, as well as the best original article and the most cited/accessed article. This initiative aims not only to honor professionals who contribute significantly to the field but also to encourage excellence in publications.

The editors expressed their gratitude to all the reviewers for their collaboration and commitment, reaffirming the ABC Family journals’ dedication to promoting a more engaged and valued scientific community.

Check out some photos from the meeting: