A New Chapter of Aggregate : Embracing Changes From Submission to Review to Publication

How time flies-Aggregate has turned 5! What began as a blank page has now grown into a first chapter filled with achievement and promise.In just 5 years, Aggregate has built its academic reputation from the ground up and achieved remarkable milestones, including strong journal metrics, broad database indexing, a wellestablished readership, and steady growth in both publication volume and scholarly impact (Figure 1 ).As outlined in my previous editorial charting the future direction of the journal [ 1 ], we will continue to prioritize the publication of high-quality research, expand our global influence, and strengthen connections with researchers worldwide, with the ultimate goal of establishing Aggregate as the flagship journal in aggregate science.To realize this vision, resting on our laurels is not an option; instead, we must pursue proactive reforms and provide improved publishing services to better serve the scientific community.