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Burns

Burns is the journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries and aims to foster the exchange of information among all professionals involved in preventing and treating burn injuries. The journal covers clinical, scientific, and social aspects of burns, including injury prevention, epidemiology, and all facets of treatment, from new techniques and technologies to validation of existing approaches. Regular features include clinical and scientific papers, state-of-the-art reviews, and descriptions of burn care in practice. Topics include the effects of smoke on humans and animals; chemical injuries to the skin; cold injuries; surgical techniques relevant to acute and reconstructive burn care; controlled laboratory studies on antimicrobials, scarring, and healing; inflammatory responses and related agents; experimental burn studies and outcomes; and skin-focused regenerative medicine.

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Subject Critical Care Medicine, Dermatology, Surgery
Impact Factor 2.9
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 0305-4179
eISSN 1879-1409
Invitation Only No
Cost Range $3,190 APC (open access; excluding taxes); no fees for subscription articles

Submission Instructions

Burns accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Paper

Title Page Include a title page with the article title, all author names, affiliations linked by superscript letters, and full contact details for the corresponding author; note any present/permanent addresses as numbered footnotes.
Abstract An abstract of up to 250 words is required. It should be concise, factual, stand alone without references where possible, and define any essential abbreviations on first mention.
Key Points Provide 3–5 Highlights as bullet points, each a maximum of 85 characters including spaces, uploaded as a separate editable file labeled “highlights.”
Main Manuscript Headings Follow an IMRaD-style organization: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion, with a Conclusions section (standalone or as a subsection). Additional sections such as Acknowledgements, Author Contributions (CRediT), Funding, and Appendices may be included.
Reference Format Use numeric citations in square brackets in the text, numbering references in the order cited. Abbreviate journal titles per LTWA; list up to six authors followed by ‘et al.’; use shortened last page numbers and include DOIs when available.
Figures Upload figures as separate high-resolution files (e.g., EPS/PDF for vector; TIFF/JPG/PNG for images) and cite them in the text; provide a separate captions file. Do not submit low-resolution artwork.
Tables Submit tables as editable text, placed near the relevant text or on separate page(s) at the end. Number tables consecutively, cite them in text, provide captions and notes, and avoid vertical rules/shading.
Additional Documents Complete and upload the mandatory competing interests declaration (Word file from the declarations tool) and the required disclosures statement for all authors. Include ethics approval and informed consent statements for human studies, clinical trial registration numbers (in abstract), and any CONSORT/PRISMA checklists as applicable; provide funding and CRediT statements and permissions letters if needed.
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Original Research

Title Page Provide a separate title page containing the manuscript title, full author names and affiliations (linked with superscript letters), and the corresponding author’s contact details; include present/permanent addresses as numbered footnotes if applicable.
Abstract A concise abstract not exceeding 250 words is required. It should summarize purpose, principal results, and major conclusions, avoiding references and non-standard abbreviations.
Key Points Submit 3–5 Highlights (max 85 characters each) as a separate editable file named to indicate highlights.
Main Manuscript Headings Organize the manuscript with Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusions. Include sections for Acknowledgements, Author Contributions (CRediT), Funding, and Appendices where appropriate.
Reference Format Number references in order of appearance using square-bracketed citations. Abbreviate journal titles per LTWA; list up to six authors then ‘et al.’; include DOIs where possible.
Figures Figures must be uploaded as separate files in acceptable high-resolution formats and cited in text; supply a separate captions file. Text graphics may be embedded at the appropriate positions.
Tables Provide tables as editable text placed near first mention or at the end of the manuscript. Number consecutively, cite in text, and include descriptive titles, captions, and notes.
Additional Documents Upload the required disclosures statement for all authors and the competing interests declaration document. Provide ethics and consent statements for human research, trial registration numbers in the abstract when applicable, and any CONSORT/PRISMA checklists; include funding, CRediT roles, and permissions as needed.
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Review Articles

Title Page Include a title page with article title, all author names, institutional affiliations (with superscript lettering), and corresponding author contact details; add present/permanent address footnotes if relevant.
Abstract A 250-word maximum abstract is required and should be able to stand alone; avoid references and define any necessary abbreviations on first use.
Key Points Provide 3–5 Highlights (each ≤85 characters) in a separate editable highlights file.
Main Manuscript Headings Use clear headings appropriate to a review; ensure logical organization. Include sections such as Introduction, main themed sections, Conclusions, Acknowledgements, Author Contributions (CRediT), Funding, and Appendices as needed.
Reference Format Apply numeric citation style with square brackets, numbering references by order of appearance; abbreviate journal titles per LTWA and list up to six authors followed by ‘et al.’.
Figures Upload any figures or artwork as separate high-resolution files and provide a separate captions file; cite figures in the text and number them sequentially.
Tables Submit tables as editable text positioned near the relevant discussion or at the end; number and cite them in sequence and include captions and notes.
Additional Documents Submit the mandatory disclosures statement and the competing interests declaration (Word file). Include any permissions for reproduced material and, where applicable, statements on funding and CRediT roles; PRISMA is encouraged for systematic reviews.
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Editorials

Title Page Provide a title page with the editorial title, author name(s) and affiliations, and corresponding author contact information.
Abstract Abstract requirements are not specified for editorials on this page; if included, keep it concise and free of references and undefined abbreviations.
Key Points Highlights are generally required by the journal: 3–5 bullet points (≤85 characters each) supplied as a separate file.
Main Manuscript Headings Use headings appropriate to an editorial format to ensure a clear and logical flow. Include acknowledgements, funding, and CRediT statements if applicable.
Reference Format Use the journal’s numeric reference style with square-bracketed citations and ordered reference list; follow LTWA abbreviations and author listing rules.
Figures If figures are included, upload as separate high-resolution files with a separate captions file and cite them in the text.
Tables If tables are included, submit as editable text placed near first mention or at the end; number, cite, and caption them appropriately.
Additional Documents Provide the competing interests declaration and required disclosures statement; include permissions for any reused material and funding/CRediT statements when relevant.
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Correspondence

Title Page Include a brief title and author details on a title page with affiliations and corresponding author contact information.
Abstract Abstract requirements are not specified for correspondence; if requested, provide a short, self-contained summary without references or undefined abbreviations.
Key Points Submit 3–5 Highlights (≤85 characters each) as a separate file with the word "highlights" included in the file name.
Main Manuscript Headings Organize correspondence with concise headings as appropriate to the content, ensuring clarity and logical structure.
Reference Format Follow numeric in-text citations in square brackets with a reference list ordered by appearance; use LTWA abbreviations and author listing conventions.
Figures Upload any figures as separate files in acceptable formats and provide a separate captions file; cite figures in the text.
Tables Provide any tables as editable text positioned near the relevant paragraph or at the end; number, cite, and caption them.
Additional Documents Submit the required disclosures statement and the competing interests declaration; include any necessary permissions letters and statements (e.g., ethics/consent) if applicable.
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Recent Publications

Corrigendum to “Renal replacement therapy for acute kidney injury in major burns: An outcome analysis in an Asian tertiary center and a nationwide survey” [Burns 52(7) (2026) 108059]

Hao-Yu Chiao, Yun-Ting Lin, Szu-Hsien Wu, Kuang-Ling Ou, Yuan-sheng Tzeng, Juin-Hong Cherng, Yu-Chi Tsai, Chih-Hsin Wang

10.1016/j.burns.2026.108082
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Editorial Board

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10.1016/s0305-4179(26)00240-8
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Corrigendum to “optiTHERMM: A trainee-led international collaborative survey on perioperative patient body temperature monitoring and management for major burn injuries” [Burns 52(2) (2026) 107817]

Guy H.M. Stanley, Majid Al-Khalil, Cody C. Frear, Glenn Boardman, Lorna A. Burrows, Skylar Paulich, Jennifer C. Field, Jonathon M. Pleat

10.1016/j.burns.2026.108016
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Shock wave therapy versus conventional physical therapy for partial- thickness forearm burn scars: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Hany M. Elgohary, Heba M. Elfeky, Ahmed M. Elfahl

10.1016/j.burns.2026.108116
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Development of the Pediatric Patient Scale of the Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS) for burn scars: a qualitative study

Frederique M. Kemme, Matthea M. Stoop, Ingrid Parry, Annebeth Meij-de Vries, Tina L. Palmieri, Paul P.M. van Zuijlen, Anouk Pijpe

10.1016/j.burns.2026.108114
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Frequently asked questions

Is Burns open access?

Burns is a hybrid journal, offering both traditional subscription-based publishing and open access options. Authors can choose to make their articles open access by paying an Article Processing Charge (APC).

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What is the impact factor of Burns?

The 2024 Journal Impact Factor (JIF) for Burns is 2.9. The impact factor is a measure of the frequency with which the average article in a journal has been cited in a particular year, and is often used as a proxy for the relative importance of a journal within its field.

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What is the time to publication for Burns?

Submission to decision after review is typically 81 days. Submission to acceptance averages 172 days. Accepted articles are published online in about 4 days after acceptance.

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How much does it cost to publish in Burns?

This hybrid journal offers optional open access with an Article Publishing Charge (APC) of USD 3,190 (excluding taxes). For subscription publication, no publication fees are charged to authors. Discounts or reductions may be applied during submission if applicable.

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Research Topics

Burn Injury Management and Outcomes Wound Healing and Treatments Injury Epidemiology and Prevention Disaster Response and Management Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques

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