Advances in Concussions
A special issue of Brain Sciences (ISSN 2076-3425). This special issue belongs to the section "Systems Neuroscience".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 March 2026 | Viewed by 39
Special Issue Editor
2. School of Medicine, Keele University, Staffordshire ST5 5BG, UK
Interests: concussion; exercise is medicine; prevention; injury epidemiology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Concussions, a form of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), have long been a concern in both clinical and athletic settings. Historically underdiagnosed and poorly understood, the field has evolved significantly over the past two decades, with increased awareness, improved diagnostic tools, and emerging evidence on long-term consequences. From military combat zones to professional sports arenas, the urgency to understand, treat, and prevent concussions has never been greater.
This Special Issue of our medical journal is dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge advancements in the science of concussions. The aim is to bridge clinical practice and research by highlighting innovations in diagnosis, imaging, biomarkers, neuropsychological evaluation, and rehabilitation. We also seek to explore socio-legal implications, policy changes, and public health strategies that are shaping the future of concussion management.
We welcome original research articles, systematic reviews, case series, editorials, clinical trials, and translational studies. Submissions may include novel diagnostic techniques, emerging treatment protocols, pediatric and adolescent-focused research, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) insights, and technology-driven monitoring systems. Through this Special Issue, we strive to provide a comprehensive, forward-looking resource that drives the field toward improved outcomes for those affected by concussions.
Dr. Neil Heron
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- concussion
- mild traumatic brain injury
- systematic review
- concussion biomarkers
- clinical trials
- public health
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