Journal profile · Multiple
JMIR XR and Spatial Computing
ISSN 2818-3045
JMIR XR and Spatial Computing: impact factor 1.8 (journal website); fully open access; APC about USD 1,500; median 183 days to acceptance (41 articles, last 24 months); 18 articles in 2025; indexed in ESCI.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, JMIR XR and Spatial Computing's largest topics are Virtual Reality Applications and Impacts, Augmented Reality Applications and Digital Mental Health Interventions, together about 44.5% of its articles. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
JMIR XR and Spatial Computing (JMXR) is a pioneering open access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing innovative and impactful research on extended reality (XR) and spatial computing technologies—including virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR)—within the health care and medical sectors. The journal's open access format facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration, bridging the gap between health care professionals and technologists in industry and academia. By consolidating key advancements in this multifaceted domain, JMIR XR and Spatial Computing emerges as a premier platform for impactful contributions in the field of medical XR and spatial computing. JMIR XR and Spatial Computing is looking for innovative research and clinical applications, including but not limited to: Clinical application of XR and spatial computing alone or in combination with advanced wearables and sensor technologies Clinical trials testing the efficacy of extended reality and spatial computing software and hardware for therapeutic and diagnostic applications Exploration, evaluation, and clinical integration of AI-powered medical XR and spatial computing applications The influence of XR and spatial reality technologies on digital transformation in clinical practices and informatics The role of XR in establishing virtual care models for remote patient care, medical collaboration, remote therapeutic interventions, and virtual medical training of patients and health care workers Ethical, regulatory, and security issues in the application of medical XR and spatial computingThe creation and application of digital twins in medicine based on XR technologies Development of digital biomarkers through the use of XR hardware and software Utilization and impact of XR and spatial computing in streamlining administrative processes and health care service delivery Economic implications and cost-effectiveness of implementing XR and spatial computing in health care systems At JMIR XR and Spatial Computing, we believe in fostering a diverse ecosystem of ideas by welcoming contributions from a wide array of sources, including independent developers, industry innovators, open-source project contributors, and health care workers. By encouraging dialogue and collaboration across sectors, we aim to shape the future of XR and spatial computing in medicine and health care, ensuring that these transformative technologies are effectively integrated to improve health d
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): Multiple
Editor-in-chief Proposals Theme IssuesPublisher website
Editorial board by country: none in mainland China; most named United States 3, United Kingdom 3, Spain 2, Cyprus 2, South Korea 1 (17 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Virtual Reality Applications and ImpactsComputer Science24.8%
- Augmented Reality ApplicationsComputer Science11%
- Digital Mental Health InterventionsPsychology8.8%
- Simulation-Based Education in HealthcareMedicine7.3%
- Pediatric Pain Management TechniquesMedicine7.3%
- Surgical Simulation and TrainingMedicine5.8%
- Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitationMedicine2.9%
- Stroke Rehabilitation and RecoveryMedicine2.9%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
ESCIDOAJLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Indexing the journal's website claims
ScopusPMCPublisher website
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- Impact factor (publisher) 2025
- 1.8Publisher website ·
- CiteScore (publisher) 2025
- 1.6Publisher website ·
- h-index
- 7OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 3OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 2.47OpenAlex ·
- Self-citation rate
- 11.1%LetPub ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 100%LetPub ·
Volume
- Articles per year
- 22LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 64 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23 | 23 | 4 |
| 2025 | 18 | 18 | 28 |
| 2024 | 23 | 23 | 126 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
Review time from article dates manuscript dates registered with PubMed · to
183 daysMedian, submission to acceptance · P25–P75 127 days – 261 days
- Acceptance to online
- median 44 days (41 articles)
- Submission to online
- median 237 days
- Sample
- 41 articles with submission and acceptance dates (45 in the window); the latest was accepted on
Only articles that were accepted and published are counted, not the time spent on rejected manuscripts, so this usually runs longer than a publisher's "time to first decision".
Other sources
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 22 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Single anonymous peer reviewDOAJ
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Fully open accessDOAJ
Every article is open access; authors usually pay an article processing charge (APC).
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOAJ | USD 1,500 | Yes | CC BY | |
| OpenAlex | USD 1,500 | — | — |
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare4 items from the author guidelines
- Reference style
- AMA
- First submission
- Free format: the journal's layout is not required
- Graphical abstract
- Required
- Cover letter
- Required
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAuthorship, Publication ethics, Peer review, Preprints
- Authorship
ORCID required for all authors/coauthors at time of publication Model summary
JMIR Publications requires that all authors / coauthors have an ORCID (a unique researcher identifier) at the time of publication.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Publication ethics
No prior publication or simultaneous submission; preprints allowed with disclosure Model summary
Manuscripts are considered with the understanding that they have not been published previously in print or electronic format and are not under consideration by another print or electronic publisher.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Preprints Open for Peer Review
Reporting guidelines/checklists required for specific article types Model summary
2026-09-09 | Share on Bluesky Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn A randomised feasibility study of an Intensive Digital Rehabilitation System for Stroke Survivors in Real-World Settings in the UK. Open Peer Review Period: September 10, 2026 - November 05, 2026 Peer Review Me 2026-09-01 | Share on Bluesky Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Designing “Mission Cont…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Preprints Preprints Open for Peer Review
AMA Manual of Style, 11th Edition required Model summary
2026-09-09 | Share on Bluesky Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn A randomised feasibility study of an Intensive Digital Rehabilitation System for Stroke Survivors in Real-World Settings in the UK. Open Peer Review Period: September 10, 2026 - November 05, 2026 Peer Review Me 2026-09-01 | Share on Bluesky Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Designing “Mission Cont…
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- ISSN
- 2818-3045
- Official links
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about JMIR XR and Spatial Computing
What is the impact factor of JMIR XR and Spatial Computing?
The journal's website gives an impact factor of 1.8 (2025); this is the journal's own figure, as LetPub lists none for it; h-index 7.
How long does peer review take at JMIR XR and Spatial Computing?
Based on the dates recorded on 41 articles published between October 2024 and October 2026 (the last 24 months), the median time from submission to acceptance is 183 days (interquartile range 127–261 days). Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of JMIR XR and Spatial Computing?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Reference style: AMA; First submission: Free format: the journal's layout is not required; Graphical abstract: Required; Cover letter: Required. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of JMIR XR and Spatial Computing based?
Of the 17 board members whose country the journal's board page names, none are in mainland China; the countries named most often are United States (3), United Kingdom (3) and Spain (2). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index JMIR XR and Spatial Computing?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, JMIR XR and Spatial Computing is indexed in ESCI and DOAJ. The journal's website also lists Scopus and PMC; that list has not been checked against each database.
Is JMIR XR and Spatial Computing open access, and what is the APC?
JMIR XR and Spatial Computing is a fully open-access journal. APC about USD 1,500.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, OpenAlex, DOAJ, Publisher website; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-30). Last updated: .