Predatory Publishing

The stories below could be a researcher’s worst nightmare: 

• Falling prey to predatory journals: experiences of nursing faculty
• How I became easy prey to a predatory publisher  
• Inside a “fake” conference: A journey into predatory science
• Invitations received from potential predatory publishers and fraudulent conferences: a 12-month early-career researcher experience
• Predatory journals: A cautionary tale and a lesson in copyright transfer

However, by choosing the right tools and carrying out the investigation carefully and critically, you will be able to verify the legitimacy of open access journals and conferences.

• Use a combination of tools to verify before you publish or attend a conference.
• Do not sign anything or make payment if you are unsure.
• Consult a faculty member in your field.
• Talk to your friendly librarians!

Credit: RSTF Joint Guide: Predatory Publishing (https://libguides.nie.edu.sg/RSTF-predatory-publishing)