In a significant development for the academic publishing industry, Sage, a leading independent academic publisher, has announced its acquisition of Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., a globally renowned scientific and medical publishing company. Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. publishes over 100 peer-reviewed journals across biotechnology, life sciences, specialized clinical medicine, public health, and engineering. Additionally, it is home to influential media brands such as Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News (GEN) and Inside Precision Medicine.
“This acquisition unites two mission-driven publishers founded by visionary women who have shaped the academic publishing landscape,” said Blaise Simqu, CEO of Sage. He highlighted the shared entrepreneurial spirit of Sage’s founder, Sara Miller McCune, and Mary Ann Liebert, both of whom pioneered innovative publishing models to advance research and serve humanity.
The transition will see journals continuing to be published under the Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. name, while a segment of Sage’s life sciences and medical journals will also adopt the Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. imprint. This approach ensures the preservation of both organizations’ unique identities while leveraging their combined strengths.
Mary Ann Liebert, founder of the eponymous publishing house, expressed her confidence in the acquisition: “Sage is the perfect home for Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. Our journals have years of growth ahead, and Sage’s resources will accelerate our ability to support the academic community. Our shared philosophy of fostering independence and creativity ensures a promising future for our publications.”
Since its inception in 1980, Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. has been a trailblazer, launching pioneering titles such as The CRISPR Journal, AI in Precision Oncology, and AIDS Research & Human Retroviruses. The company’s journals have consistently ranked at the top of their fields, including Autism in Adulthood and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics. Beyond traditional publishing, Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. has built a robust portfolio of educational content through webinars, podcasts, summits, and eBooks.
Marianne Russell, CEO of Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., emphasized the alignment of values between the two organizations: “This partnership will amplify our reach and impact, ensuring our content continues to drive global advancements in research and knowledge dissemination.”
Bob Howard, Executive Vice President of Research at Sage, lauded the quality of Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.’s publications: “We are honored to build on their legacy and excited about the potential to expand the reach and impact of their authoritative journals.”
The transition begins immediately, with Sage prioritizing a seamless process for authors, editors, and readers. The acquisition reinforces Sage’s position as a leader in scientific and medical publishing while honoring the legacy of Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. and its contributions to advancing research excellence.