Happy New Year From Cureus!

As we reflect on an extraordinary year, we’re thrilled to celebrate the incredible momentum we built together in 2025: amplifying medical knowledge, expanding our global reach, and breaking down barriers in publishing. With more than 250,000 brand new members joining the Cureus community, your contributions helped shape a more connected, collaborative, and inclusive future for medical science. Thank you for being a vital part of this movement. We couldn’t have done it without you.

Citations Are Climbing. Fast.

According to Crossref, Cureus articles were cited 65,909 times in 2025, a 53% increase over 2024’s 43,146 citations. That’s part of a five-year trend of accelerating impact.

We’ve now surpassed 163,000 total citations, proving that Cureus articles aren’t just being read, they’re shaping clinical conversations and driving real-world impact.

 

More Submissions and Article Reads.

In 2025, Cureus received nearly 50,000 article submissions, marking continued growth in author participation. On top of that, on-site article reads increased by 30%, reflecting a surge in global readership and demand for accessible, high-quality medical research.

 

New Market Growth

Momentum is building around the world. In 2025, Cureus saw article publication growth across many countries, demonstrating our expanding global presence and commitment to accessible publishing for all.

Here’s a sampling of the regions where author activity surged this year:

• 🇬🇧 +89% more articles published from the United Kingdom

• 🇲🇽 +65% from Mexico

• 🇦🇪 +60% from the United Arab Emirates

• 🇲🇦 +49% from Morocco

• 🇯🇵 +30% from Japan

• 🇬🇷 +18% from Greece

• 🇨🇳 +15% from China

Cureus is rapidly becoming the journal of choice for researchers around the globe, driven by regional momentum, institutional trust, and global peer referrals.

New Indexing. Greater Discoverability.

Cureus was newly indexed in EBSCO, ProQuest, CNKI, Baidu Scholar, CiNii, and Dimensions, further strengthening the visibility and accessibility of our authors' work across the global research landscape.

Coming in 2026: The Institute of Medical Information and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (IMICAMS) and EMBASE indexing!

Expanding Our Academic Network
In 2025, Cureus proudly partnered with a diverse range of institutions to launch new academic channels, each dedicated to advancing specialized research and showcasing institutional thought leadership.

• Toronto Metropolitan University School of Medicine
• Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
• King George’s Medical University, India
• UCSD Department of Medicine
• University of Texas
• The Hong Kong Institute of Musculoskeletal Medicine
• University of Arizona College of Medicine
• Centro Médico Episcopal San Lucas, Puerto Rico
• Stavya Spine Hospital and Research Institute, India

These collaborations reinforce Cureus as a trusted partner to leading academic and clinical institutions around the world, expanding visibility for their research and strengthening our shared mission to democratize medical knowledge.

Medical Knowledge in Action

Cureus isn’t just a place to publish. It’s a place to learn, grow, and connect.

In 2025, participation in our weekly Picture Prognosis quizzes skyrocketed by 1,173%, with over 50,000 answers submitted by clinicians and researchers across the globe. This surge reflects a thriving community committed to continuous learning and clinical curiosity.

Think you can spot the right diagnosis? Take the quiz now

This growth signals our continued commitment to welcoming diverse voices and expanding opportunities for authors around the world.

Ready to contribute to our momentum in 2026?