Away from fake journals
The over-reliance on publishing has made students, research scholars, scientists, and engineers susceptible to dishonest methods. [Image Credits to: https://www.chemistryworld.com/opinion/escaping-from-predatory-publishers/4016943.article ] Avoiding fake or bogus journals is crucial for researchers to maintain the integrity and credibility of their work. Here are some steps you can take to protect yourself and your research from predatory publishing practices: 1. Do Your Due Diligence: Research the Journal: Before submitting your work to a journal, thoroughly research the journal's reputation. Check the journal's website, its editorial board, and its publication practices. Look for signs of professionalism and transparency. Verify Indexing: Verify the journal's claims of indexing in reputable databases. Visit the databases themselves and search for the journal's inclusion. Check Impact Factor: If the journal claims to have an impact factor, verify this through reliabl...