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School of Physical Education and Sports Science, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Ethnikis Antistasis 41, 17237 Athens, Greece
Department of Physiotherapy, University of West Attica, 12243 Athens, Greece
Department of Physical Education and Sports Science, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
Department of Physiotherapy, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus

Advances in Motor Control and Neuromotor Interfacing in Sports

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Manuscript submission deadline
31 May 2026
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Dear Colleagues,

This Topic aims to highlight cutting-edge research in motor control and neuromotor interfacing, with a focus on their applications in sports performance, athletic training, and neurorehabilitation. While motor function is foundational for both everyday activities and elite athletic achievement, traditional rehabilitation often overlooks motor learning principles and the brain’s neuroplastic potential—factors that may explain high re-injury rates and limited long-term recovery. By deepening our understanding of the neurological mechanisms involved in motor control and harnessing emerging technologies, we can significantly enhance both performance and rehabilitation outcomes. This Topic encourages interdisciplinary contributions exploring how neuroscience, biomechanics, sports science, and clinical research intersect to advance both theoretical knowledge and practical applications. We welcome original research articles, reviews, and case studies in areas including, but not limited to the following:

  • Neural mechanisms underlying motor coordination and performance in athletes;
  • Technological and/or mathematical advances for studying motor function;
  • Brain–machine and neuromuscular interfaces in sport science;
  • Neuroplasticity and motor learning in sports training;
  • Neurological and neuromuscular disorders affecting motor performance in athletes;
  • Diagnostic and rehabilitative strategies for motor control impairments;
  • Cognitive-motor interactions and sensorimotor integration in athletic performance.

Submissions addressing both healthy and clinical populations are encouraged. Research involving healthy individuals should ideally demonstrate translational potential for understanding, preventing, or treating motor dysfunction in pathological populations. We look forward to your contributions in advancing this exciting field and bridging neuroscience with human movement science in sports.

Dr. Paraskevopoulos Eleftherios
Prof. Dr. Maria Papandreou
Prof. Dr. Dimitris G. Mandalidis
Dr. George M. Pamboris
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Keywords

  • motor control
  • sports
  • performance
  • biomechanics
  • kinesiology
  • gait
  • locomotion

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
Brain Sciences
brainsci
2.8 5.6 2011 16.2 Days CHF 2200 Submit
Neuroglia
neuroglia
- - 2018 29.5 Days CHF 1000 Submit
Neurology International
neurolint
3.0 4.8 2009 21.4 Days CHF 1800 Submit
NeuroSci
neurosci
2.0 - 2020 27.1 Days CHF 1200 Submit

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Neurobiology of Dystonia: Review of Genetics, Animal Models, and Neuroimaging
by Jamir Pitton Rissardo, Andrew McGarry, Yiwen Shi, Ana Leticia Fornari Caprara and Ian M. Walker
Brain Sci. 2025, 15(7), 767; https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci15070767 - 19 Jul 2025
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Over the past decade, substantial progress has been made in understanding the pathophysiology of dystonia. The number of identified genes has surged—exceeding 400 by 2024—with approximately 76.6% linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. Despite this, the genetic diagnostic yield remains modest (12–36%), and many newly [...] Read more.
Over the past decade, substantial progress has been made in understanding the pathophysiology of dystonia. The number of identified genes has surged—exceeding 400 by 2024—with approximately 76.6% linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. Despite this, the genetic diagnostic yield remains modest (12–36%), and many newly discovered genes have yet to reveal novel mechanistic insights. The limited number of studies exploring dystonia-related pathways in animal models restricts the generalizability of findings to human disease, raising concerns about their external validity. Developing experimental models remains a challenge, particularly given the importance of critical developmental windows—periods during central nervous system maturation when disruptions can have lasting effects. Some models also exhibit delayed symptom onset, prompting a shift toward faster-developing organisms such as Drosophila. There is a pressing need for standardized, scalable protocols that enable precise evaluation of specific neural tissues. Advances in neuroimaging have improved our understanding of dystonia-related brain networks at both regional and whole-brain levels. The emerging concept of “network kernels” has provided new perspectives on brain connectivity. However, future imaging studies should incorporate effective connectivity analyses to distinguish between hemodynamic and neuronal contributions and to clarify neurobiological pathways. This review synthesizes current knowledge from genetics, animal models, and neuroimaging to present an integrated view of dystonia’s neurobiological underpinnings. Full article
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