The Journal of Sports Research and Innovation (JSRI) is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal that promotes, develops, and disseminates innovative scientific research in the fields of sport and physical activity. Our mission is to support interdisciplinary research initiatives and implement novel solutions focused on areas related to sport and the overall well-being of society.
Scope
We publish original research articles, review papers, meta-analyses, short communications, case studies, methodological reports, conceptual essays, book reviews, and conference reports in the following areas:
- Sport science and training
- Sports medicine and rehabilitation
- Nutrition and supplementation in sport
- Psychology, pedagogy, and sociology of sport
- Technologies and innovations applied in sport and recreation
- Sport management and sport economics
- Physical activity in public health
We accept research based on quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods, encompassing all levels of advancement—from elite sport to recreational activity.
Target Audience
The journal is addressed to researchers, coaches, healthcare professionals, sport technology specialists, policymakers, and students interested in new discoveries and applications in sport sciences.
Open Access Policy
JSRI provides full open access to all content—articles may be read, copied, and distributed without restriction, provided proper attribution is given to the authors. No article processing charges (APCs) are required from authors.
Articles are published under the Creative Commons license (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Peer Review Process and Ethical Standards
All research manuscripts (original research articles, review papers, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, short communications, case studies, methodological reports, and conceptual essays) undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent external experts and are checked for plagiarism. Book reviews and conference reports undergo editorial review and are clearly labelled as non-research content. The journal adheres to the ethical guidelines of COPE, ICMJE, and WAME. For full details, see Peer Review Polic and Publication Ethics.
Publication Frequency and Language
JSRI publishes one annual volume with articles published on a continuous basis online (continuous publication model). Manuscripts are accepted exclusively in English.
Indexing and Preservation
JSRI content is indexed in Index Copernicus and ICI Journals Master List. The journal applies a long-term digital preservation strategy described on the Digital Preservation Policy page. For full indexing information, see Indexing & Archiving.