Predatory publishers exploit the Open Access publishing model for their own profit. In some cases, predatory journals offer little or no peer review.
Always check if your chosen journal is reputable:
- Don’t trust unsolicited e-mails;
- View recent publications of the journal;
- Ensure that the journal has a validated ISSN;
- Check for societies affiliated with the journal;
- Look at the journal’s leadership and its professional affiliations: Have you heard of the editorial board members? Is the journal listed in the DOAJ? Is the publisher a member of the OASPA or the COPE?
Use the following resources:
- A list of trusted OA journals is provided by the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ).
- Use Think Check Submit for more information to make sure you choose trusted journals for your research.