Recently, there has been much discussion on so-called predatory journals that post untrue information about their journal on their website. Many claim they are in America and publish in America. But actually, they are either located in Africa or Asia. You will find names of reputable scientists on the list of their editorial board but if you contact any of these editors, there will be total denial. I just fell victim to one and I mailed the so-called editor-in-chief but he confessed not knowing the journal nor anyone affiliated to that journal. This is really bad for young scientists who are being deceived. What can the academic world do to control this?
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Just came across your question. So, my reply may be rather late. But I think the solution is not too late. Please have a look at www.qoam.eu.
I'm not sure what we can do to avoid these, but two practices to use include trying to only publish in journals that your colleagues publish in, and try to only submit papers to journals that have Impact Factor Scores. This second practice is considered a bit controversial by many, since many reputable journals do not have impact scores (yet).
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