Predatory publishing refers to the practice of publishing academic papers in journals that do not meet established standards of academic rigor or ethical publishing practices.
Predatory publishers use deceptive and exploitative practices to lure researchers into submitting their work for publication, often charging exorbitant fees without providing the usual services that legitimate journals provide, such as peer review, editing, and copyediting.
Predatory publishers often operate online, using misleading language and marketing techniques to create the appearance of legitimacy.
Besides, they may use names similar to well-established journals or conferences, or claim to have high impact factors or indexation in prestigious databases, which can mislead researchers into submitting their work.
Researchers should be cautious when considering publishing in new or unknown journals, and should investigate the journal’s reputation, editorial board, and publishing practices before submitting their work.
Predatory publishing is a growing problem in academia, and can harm both researchers and the integrity of scientific research.
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