Where to Publish Your Research

Predatory journals are journals that charge publication fees to authors without providing legitimate peer review services prior to publication.

Journal Website

• Spelling and grammatical errors
• Broad journal scope
• No "About Us" page
• Insufficient contact information
• False metrics and indexing claims
• Street address questions for business (search Google Maps street view)

Published Articles

• Few or no published articles available
• Numerous articles by same author(s)
• Inappropriate article titles and abstracts
• Articles aren't well researched
• Ask authors about experience with journal

Editorial Board

• Editorial board not listed on website
• Editors aren't recognized experts in field
• Names used without knowledge or permission
• Editors have no or face credentials
• Ask editors about experience with journal

Unsolicited E-Mail Invitations

• E-mail invitation to publish or review
• Poorly written (awkward or unprofessional language)
• Spelling or grammatical errors
• Filled with flattery

Rapid Publication and Unclear Fees

• Promise of rapid publication
• Unclear or loose peer review process
• Unclear fee structure
• Insufficient "Instructions for Authors"
• Author fees aren't comparable with reputable journals