Editors of the Hevsel Times believe in research’s transformational power to drive change. As such, we are committed to fostering a community of young scientists who share a passion for collaboration to create a sustainable impact in their communities. As members of the future’s scientific community, we recognize our responsibility to create an inclusive science environment. We provide an independent platform of diverse voices for exploring, reflecting on, and taking tangible actions for science. We support the research enterprise by adopting a balanced approach to all reproducible and impactful research areas, allowing community members to question and interpret in an interdisciplinary way. We work to echo openness and transparency.