Footwear Science

Aims & Scope

Footwear Science publishes reports of original research in the disciplines of biomechanics, ergonomics, physiology, clinical science, kinanthropometry, physics, engineering and mathematics.

The use of footwear or footwear components, or application of the results to footwear is a major component of the research published in this international, peer-reviewed Journal.

Methodological as well as experimental papers may be submitted, and the journal accepts original articles, reviews and perspective articles (usually by editorial invitation only), book reviews and letters to the Editor.

The criteria for acceptance of manuscripts include: scientific excellence and rigor, novelty, significance, clarity, conciseness and interest to our broad readership.

Papers published in the journal may cover a wide range of topics within the broad scope of footwear science, including, but not limited to: -Influence of footwear on kinematics and kinetics of human movement- Influence of footwear and footwear design on human performance- Applications of research to design of all types of functional and purpose-built footwear - Research applied to casual, dress, fashion, duty, athletic, and specialty footwear- Footwear in prevention and treatment of diseases of lower extremity- Role of footwear in the prevention and treatment of athletic injury- Shoe properties and human perceptions- Human factors applied to fit and function of footwear- Measurement of footwear biomechanical and physical properties

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	3.8
2024	2.70

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	12282

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	186

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.466

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	32

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Engineering, Health Professions, Medicine and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• The effects of habitual footwear use: foot shape and function in native barefoot walkers†

  Citation: 149

  Authors: K., T.C., D., P.

• Impact characteristics in shod and barefoot running

  Citation: 115

  Authors: Joseph, Elizabeth M., Allison H., Ross

• Softer and more resilient running shoe cushioning properties enhance running economy

  Citation: 102

  Authors: Jay, John William, Elias, Darren

• Improved footwear comfort reduces oxygen consumption during running

  Citation: 97

  Authors: Geng, Pro, Jay, Benno, Darren

• The influence of barefoot and barefoot-inspired footwear on the kinetics and kinematics of running in comparison to conventional running shoes

  Citation: 93

  Authors: Jonathan, Andrew, Darrell, Christopher James, Sarah Jane

• Acute effects of barefoot, minimal shoes and running shoes on lower limb mechanics in rear and forefoot strike runners

  Citation: 85

  Authors: Max Robert, Songning, Lucas Dahl

• The ‘heel impact’ force peak during running is neither ‘heel’ nor ‘impact’ and does not quantify shoe cushioning effects

  Citation: 83

  Authors: Martyn, Martine I.V.

• Effects of running shoe construction on performance in long distance running

  Citation: 77

  Authors: Benno M., Sasa, Sandro R.

• Detecting foot-to-ground contact from kinematic data in running

  Citation: 75

  Authors: C., T., T.A., T.L.

• Actual and perceived running performance in soccer shoes: A series of eight studies

  Citation: 63

  Authors: Thorsten, Clemens, Ewald M., Thomas L.

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