In 2026, like in the 2025 editorial cycle, Klaus F. Zimmermann and the Journal of Population Economics (JOPE) are again honored with the Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Awards, receiving both the Editorial Contribution Award and the Author Service Award.

The Editor‑in‑Chief, Klaus F. Zimmermann, and the entire editorial team express their sincere appreciation for this recognition of their substantial daily editorial efforts. JOPE handled more than 1,200 submissions in 2025, publishing 88 manuscripts, and anticipates approximately 1,500 submissions in 2026.

As Chief Scientific Officer Ritu Dhand writes on May 26, 2026:

“Dear Klaus F Zimmermann,

Your dedication to your journals and research communities is truly inspiring. By expanding your journal’s network, supporting your authors, and advocating for your communities, you play a vital role in advancing discovery.

This outstanding contribution deserves recognition, and you are being honoured through the Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Awards…

By rewarding you, we recognise the vital role you play in managing the peer review process and demonstrate our commitment to showcasing these activities. We greatly appreciate the time and expertise you dedicate to helping authors improve their manuscripts and are proud to work with you to build successful journals.

Congratulations and thank you for your dedication to your authors and advancing discovery!”