On 18^th May 2015, Virologica Sinica, the academic journal sponsored by WIV and Chinese Society for Microbiology, aiming at presenting the cutting-edge basic and applied research on viruses all over the world, is included in the database of Science Citation Index (SCI), making it the first journal to be included in the field of virology in China，which is an obvious milestone of recognition and encouragement for the journal.

Virologica Sinica, inaugurated in 1986, publishes the peer-reviewed original research papers and reviews, as well as commentaries and letters to the editor, to encompass the latest developments in all branches of virology.

With continuous efforts of the journal's editorial board, the journal’s academic quality and international influence have been enhanced significantly. In 2014, the authors come from more than 30 countries and regions, and the readers were from 116 countries and regions worldwide. Undoubtedly, after being included in the database of SCI, Virologica Sinica will serve as a new effective platform for the exhibition of scientific research achievements and international exchanges.