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# Author-Centric Evolution: Shaping the Future with You

Congratulations to all the visionary Authors who have embraced this new and revolutionary form of publishing. Your choice empowers you by returning control of your creative work and ideas through a renewed commitment to author-centric copyright. This transformation not only revitalizes the publishing industry but also paves the way for a more inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic era of knowledge sharing. Your contributions are shaping the future of scholarly communication, where innovation and author empowerment are at the forefront.

As we embark on this transformative journey together, we value your input and collaboration as Authors. We have just taken the first steps, and your feedback is invaluable as we evolve and build this new publishing paradigm. Your insights and ideas will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this platform, and we look forward to jointly constructing a publishing ecosystem that best serves the needs of authors like you. Please share your thoughts, suggestions, and experiences to help us refine and improve this innovative approach. Our [DMs](https://wa.me/5511983432131) and [e-mails](mailto:publishing@descier.science) are open to you.&#x20;

### Welcome to a new future for publications!


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