The Journal of Muscle Research and Cell Motility is dedicated to publishing original research on the excitation and contraction of muscle and the processes underlying contractility and motility of cells. Offers insights on the analysis of processes involved in muscle contraction and cell motility. Also covers contractility and motility of animal and plant cells. Publishes full-length reviews, short news and views items, and book reviews. Features abstracts from and reports of relevant meetings.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
1573-2657
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Indexed in a trusted database?
WoS, Scopus
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Peer review process documented?
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
N/A
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
N/A
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Plagiarism detection in place?
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
N/A
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
2019
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
BiochemistryQ3
Cell BiologyQ3
PhysiologyQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Cell Biology
Scopus Categories
BiochemistryPhysiologyCell Biology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Cardiomyopathy and Myosin StudiesMuscle Physiology and DisordersMuscle activation and electromyography studiesIon channel regulation and functionCellular Mechanics and InteractionsCardiovascular Effects of ExerciseForce Microscopy Techniques and ApplicationsMuscle metabolism and nutritionExercise and Physiological ResponsesAdipose Tissue and Metabolism