[Médecine Tropicale et Santé Internationale takes a stand against editorial predation]
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Beware of predatory journals that exploit researchers with rapid publication promises and high fees. These journals lack indexing, impact, and scientific rigor, compromising research integrity.
Area Of Science
- Scholarly Publishing
- Scientific Communication
Context
- Increasing prevalence of predatory journals targeting researchers.
- Misleading promises of rapid publication and impact factors.
- Lack of indexing, visibility, and archival assurance.
Purpose
- To alert researchers to the dangers of predatory journals.
- To highlight the financial and academic risks involved.
- To emphasize the disregard for scientific integrity.
Summary
- Predatory journals lure authors with rapid publication, charging exorbitant fees.
- They often fabricate impact factors and are not indexed.
- These journals provide no guarantee of article visibility, accessibility, or durability.
Impact
- Undermines the integrity of scientific research and scholarly communication.
- Exploits researchers financially and professionally.
- Devalues legitimate academic publishing venues.
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