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JMIR Research Protocols
Protocols, grant proposals,
registered reports (RR1)
Editor-in-Chief:
Amy Schwartz, MSc, Ph.D., Scientific Editor at JMIR Publications, Ontario, Canada
Impact Factor
1.5
More information about Impact Factor
CiteScore
2.4
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JMIR Research Protocols
(JRP, ISSN 1929-0748) is a unique journal indexed in
PubMed,
PubMed Central (PMC),
MEDLINE,
Sherpa Romeo,
DOAJ,
Scopus,
Web of Science(WoS)/ESCI,
and EBSCO, publishing peer-reviewed, openly accessible research ideas and grant proposals, and study and trial protocols (also referred to as Registered Report Stage 1 papers).
JMIR Research Protocols
received a
Journal Impact Factor of 1.5
according to the latest release of the Journal Citation Reports from Clarivate, 2025.
With a CiteScore of
2.4
(2024),
JMIR Research Protocols
is a Q2 journal in the field of General Medicine, according to Scopus data.
It should be stressed however that most authors do not publish their protocols for "impact" or citations, rather to document their ideas to how to design experiments, to document their successful grant proposals, or to publish (and maybe brag a little about) their already funded protocols (which do not require additional peer-review). We offer this platform for scientists to publish peer-reviewed protocols for a very low APF, and unfunded protocols for a reasonable fee that includes peer-review.
While the original focus was on eHealth studies,
JRP
now publishes protocols and grant proposals
in all areas of medicine,
and their peer-review reports, if available (preliminary results from pilot studies, early results, and formative research should now be published in
JMIR Formative Research
).
JRP
is fully open access, with full-text articles deposited in PubMed Central.
Why should I publish my protocol?
JRP
publishes research protocols, grant proposals, pilot/feasibility studies and early reports of ongoing and planned work that encourages collaboration and early feedback, and
reduces duplication of effort.
JRP
will be a valuable
educational resource
for researchers who want to learn about current research methodologies and how to write a winning grant proposal.
JRP
creates an
early scientific record
for researchers who have developed novel methodologies, software, innovations or elaborate protocols.
JRP
provides a "dry-run" for peer-review of the final results paper, and
allows feedback/critique of the methods
, often while they still can be fixed.
JRP
enhances rigor
and demonstrates to reviewers of subsequent results papers that authors followed and adhered to carefully developed and described a-priori methods, rather than fishing for P-values (HARKing).
JRP
facilitates and guarantees subsequent publication of results
demonstrating that the methodology has already been reviewed, and reduces the effort of writing up the results, as the protocol can be easily referenced.
JRP
is compatible with the concept of "Registered Reports" and since May 2018, published protocols receive an
International Registered Report Identifier
What is a Registered Report Identifier?
) and acceptance of the subsequent results paper is "in principle" guaranteed in any JMIR journal and partner journals - see
What is a Registered Report?
. We assign an
IRRID (International Registered Report Identifier)
to each published protocol, faciliating the linking between protocol and final study, and also indicating that results papers of studies are also
"in principle accepted"
for subsequent publication in other JMIR journals (or other members of the
IRRID Registry Network
) as long as authors adhere to their original protocol - regardless of study results (even if they are negative), reducing publication bias in medicine.
Authors publishing their protocols in
JRP
will receive a 20% discount on the article processing fee if they publish their results in another journal of the
JMIR
journal family
(for example,
JMIR
for e-health studies,
i-JMR
for others).
Need more reasons? Read the Knowledge Base article on "
Why should I publish my protocol/grant proposal
"!
Recent Articles
CIHR funded proposals with peer-review reports (Canada)
All-Hazards Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessment of Canadian Kidney Care Systems: Protocol for a Qualitative Study
Health and health care systems are progressively challenged by more frequent natural and human-caused hazards. A hazard becomes a disaster when vulnerability and exposure interact in complex ways with system capacity to trigger major disruptions in the functioning of a community or society. Patients with kidney diseases, especially those on dialysis, are particularly vulnerable.
2026-04-23
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NIH funded proposals with peer-review reports (USA)
Strengthening Actions for Menstrual Health and Hygiene Interventions for Promotion of Women’s Health in Nepal (SAMIP): Protocol for a Participatory Intervention Development Study Using Realist Synthesis, Human-Centered Design, Intervention Mapping, and Arts-Based Methods
Menstrual restrictions remain widespread in Nepal, where approximately 90% of women and girls follow at least one restriction. One of the most harmful practices, chhaupadi (severe menstrual seclusion), requires women and girls to isolate in huts during menstruation and is associated with substantial physical and psychological risks, including injury, assault, smoke inhalation, and social exclusion. Although interventions have attempted to address chhaupadi, effectiveness has varied, and no comprehensive assessment has identified which components work, for whom, and under what conditions. Few prior efforts have meaningfully engaged communities in intervention design to ensure contextual relevance and sustainability.
2026-04-23
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RCTs - Protocols/Proposals (non-eHealth)
Treating Chronic Pain by Modulating Phenomenological and Psychophysiological Indices of Self-Transcendence: Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial Protocol
Chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) imposes a significant psychological, physical, and emotional burden on millions of adults in the United States. A challenge in treating CMP is its tendency to become enmeshed with a person’s sense of self. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) offer a promising approach to help patients disentangle pain from their sense of self. However, rigorous research is needed to determine which styles of mindfulness practice most effectively promote self-transcendence, a candidate mechanism for durable pain relief.
2026-04-23
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Non-Randomized Study Protocols and Methods (Non-eHealth)
Evaluating the Impact of Short-Notice Accreditation Assessment on Hospitals’ Patient Safety and Quality Culture: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study
Accreditation programs are used by hospitals and health services to be independently reviewed against established safety and quality standards and have been a feature of global health systems for over a century. While evidence that accreditation programs directly improve patient safety and quality outcomes exists, the findings of various researchers remain mixed. Inefficiencies and a culture of “gaming” the system have also been observed, raising questions about the overall effectiveness of accreditation programs and assessment processes. Consequently, exploration of other formats of accreditation assessment, such as short-notice accreditation assessment, has arisen. From July 1, 2023, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare mandated that Australian public and private hospitals must engage in short-notice accreditation assessment.
2026-04-22
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Non-Randomized Studies (funded, non-eHealth)
Establishment, Implementation, and Impacts of the Observatory on Student Mental Health in Higher Education in Quebec, Canada: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Research Program
Research is needed to better understand mental health (MH) problems among higher education (HE) students and how to address them. The Observatory on Student Mental Health in Higher Education (OSMHHE) brings together 350 members across Quebec (Canada) and internationally. Its mission is to develop, promote, and disseminate knowledge to foster a culture that supports student MH in HE.
2026-04-22
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Non-Randomized Studies (funded, non-eHealth)
Care Pathways and Patient Experiences Among Patients With Post COVID-19 Condition: Study Protocol for a Mixed-Methods Study in Germany
The COVID-19 pandemic has a lasting impact on health care utilization, as both the acute infection and post COVID condition (PCC) can lead to increased demand for medical services due to ongoing symptoms.
2026-04-22
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Non-Randomized Study Protocols and Methods (Non-eHealth)
Perioperative Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Cesarean Section and the Maternal Gut Microbiome: Protocol for a Remote Observational Cohort Study
Cesarean section (CS) requires perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis (PAP) for the prevention of surgical site infections. However, systemic antibiotics during the peripartum period may induce compositional perturbations of the maternal gut microbiome, a system already characterized by reduced resilience. Data on maternal gut microbiome dynamics after CS with PAP are scarce, largely due to logistical and feasibility barriers that limit the participation of pregnant women and new mothers in conventional clinical studies.
2026-04-22
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Participatory Research Protocols and Proposals
Engaging Hospital Staff to Identify Levers for Adoption of Clinical Decision Support: Protocol for a Single-Site Case Study Using System Dynamics Group Model Building
Clinical decision support (CDS) tools that provide patient-specific and evidence-based information to clinicians and care managers regarding patient risk for adverse outcomes have been a part of health care for decades. However, modern CDS, which consists of automated predictions based on complex machine learning models and hundreds of complex input variables, faces obstacles to adoption related to health care providers’ perceptions of lack of transparency and utility. Often, the expertise of data scientists and clinical end users is not well integrated, creating implementation gaps from CDS development to adoption and ongoing implementation.
2026-04-21
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Methods and Feasibility Studies
Use of an AI-Based Tool (Human Experiences and Reflections Data Connector) to Improve Discovery and Reuse of Archived Qualitative Data: Protocol for an Algorithm Development and Validation Study
Despite the growing emphasis on open science and equity in research, qualitative data capturing diverse human experiences and perspectives are rarely reused beyond the original study. Increasingly, data repositories are used to make these data publicly available, but it is unclear whether these data can be effectively identified by researchers interested in secondary data analysis.
2026-04-21
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Systematic Review Protocols
Acupuncture Therapies for Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Patients With Breast Cancer: Protocol for a Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
As a prevalent side effect, chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) imposes a burden on the daily lives of patients with breast cancer. Multiple clinical trials have suggested the validity of acupuncture in alleviating CINV; however, the optimal acupuncture modality remains unclear.
2026-04-21
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Non-Randomized Studies (funded, non-eHealth)
Pediatric Emergency Agitation Care Enhancement: Protocol for a Prospective Mixed Methods Study
Children and adolescents presenting to emergency departments (EDs) with mental and behavioral health (MBH) concerns frequently exhibit agitation, which poses safety risks for patients and staff and strains ED resources. Validated tools for agitation risk stratification in pediatric MBH populations are lacking, and evidence-based, risk-informed management strategies remain underdeveloped. Addressing these gaps is critical to reducing the need for emergent interventions, enhancing safety, and optimizing care delivery.
2026-04-21
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Scoping Review Protocols
Factors Associated With Evolution of the Use of Medical Assistance in Dying: Protocol for a Scoping Review
As of June 2025, medical assistance in dying (MAiD) is allowed in over 25 jurisdictions across 12 countries, with varying rates of requests and provision. Hypotheses have been suggested to explain these variations, but they are rarely backed up by empirical evidence. As more jurisdictions consider legalizing MAiD, it is important to better understand what factors may explain the evolution of the use of MAiD worldwide with a systematic approach.
2026-04-21
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Preprints
Open for Peer Review
2026-04-21
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Development And Feature Analysis of YenQuit App: A Smoking Cessation Tool Amongst Health Care Professional Students: Protocol for a cross-sectional study
Open Peer Review Period:
April 22, 2026
June 17, 2026
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2026-04-21
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Evaluating the Efficacy of the Brushyen Supervised Toothbrushing Program Among Preschool Children: A School-Based Study in Mangalore, India
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April 22, 2026
June 17, 2026
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2026-04-21
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Sex differences in the association of dietary pattern with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review protocol
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April 22, 2026
June 17, 2026
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2026-04-21
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Navigating Fentanyl With the Community Use and Testing Study: A Cohort Study Protocol
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April 21, 2026
June 16, 2026
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2026-04-20
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Effects of two telerehabilitation programs on the health status of people with knee osteoarthritis: protocol for a randomized controlled trial
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April 21, 2026
June 16, 2026
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2026-04-17
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ADHD Pharmacotherapy in the Context of Coexisting Eating Disorders: A Scoping Review Protocol
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April 21, 2026
June 16, 2026
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2026-04-17
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Determinants of Post-Injury Employment Trajectories Among Nurses Aged 50 and Over: A Life‑Story Mixed‑Methods Study Protocol
Open Peer Review Period:
April 21, 2026
June 16, 2026
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2026-04-16
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Strategies to AchieVe Viral Suppression for Youth with HIV (SAVVY): A Mixed Methods Study to Enhance Choice in Antiretroviral Treatment Options (Oral vs. Long-acting Injectable) and Improve Outcomes
Open Peer Review Period:
April 21, 2026
June 16, 2026
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2026-04-11
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Exploring the Neural Mechanisms of Acupuncture Stimulation in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Protocol for a Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Multimodal Neuroimaging Trial
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April 14, 2026
June 09, 2026
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2026-04-11
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Sacred WOMB: protocol for a digitally enabled, multimodal prospective cohort study of stress biology, vaginal microbiome dynamics, and diagnostic outcomes after abnormal cervical cancer screening
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April 13, 2026
June 08, 2026
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2026-04-10
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Creating Pathways for Change to Increase Modern Contraceptive Uptake in Rural Indonesia: Protocol for a Feminist Qualitative Study
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April 10, 2026
June 05, 2026
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2026-04-06
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“Assessment of Jawbone Invasion and Its Correlation with Worst Pattern of Invasion and Depth of Invasion in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Research Protocol”
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April 08, 2026
June 03, 2026
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