July 23, 2026 · British journal of sports medicine · DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2026-111746

Multidimensional evidence map of sport science and medicine research in highly trained, elite and world-class female athletes: a scoping review

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The authors conducted a scoping review to map the landscape of sport science and medicine research focused on highly trained, elite, and world-class female athletes. They found a significant increase in research output, yet identified persistent gaps in participant representation, geographical diversity, and health-related themes, highlighting the need for more targeted and multidisciplinary research approaches to enhance the relevance and impact of findings in this area.

Natalia Galan-Lopez, Kate Markey, Charlotte Steele, Carly Brade, Angela L Spence, Francesco Aiello, Michele Zanini, Rita Giro, Sarah Carter, Alannah K A McKay, Mitch Henderson, Margo Mountjoy, Amber Donaldson, Jonathan T Finnoff, Travis Anderson, Eric G Post, William M Adams, Chris J Esh, Bryna C R Chrismas, Lee Taylor

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