Predatory Conferences: An Emerging Challenge for Researchers in Medical Science

Khajehlou, Masoud Isa Predatory Conferences: An Emerging Challenge for Researchers in Medical Science. Depiction of Health, 2024, vol. 15, n. 2, pp. 129-133. [Journal article (Paginated)]

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This Commentary aims to shed light on the growing issue of predatory conferences, their characteristics, and the profound impacts they have on PhD students and faculty members. Despite the fact that predatory conferences have been an issue for at least a decade, a resurgence has occurred due to a lack of attention to the problem . Additionally, it reviews various defensive strategies that can be employed by researchers to counter these exploitative practices. By enhancing awareness and encouraging proactive measures, the academic community can safeguard the integrity of scholarly work and support the development of credible research environments. The exchange of ideas through legitimate medical conferences plays a vital role in advancing medical research. It fosters collaboration, the dissemination of groundbreaking discoveries, and ultimately accelerates progress in improving patient care. However, a concerning trend has emerged: the rise of predatory conferences. The coinage of the term "predatory publishing and conferences" is attributed to Jeffrey Beall. In 2013, he unveiled this scientific misconduct by publishing a list of predatory journals, publishers, and conferences on his personal blog. However, his blog was soon shut down . Beall's actions had a notable impact, prompting even the Ministry of Health to compile a list of invalid journals. With the closure of his list, predatory conferences and gatherings have resurfaced. These deceptive events masquerade as legitimate platforms for scholarly exchange, but their true aim is to exploit the academic environment, particularly young medical researchers.

Item type:	Journal article (Paginated)
Keywords:	Ethical Considerations, Scientific Publishing, Predatory Conferences
Subjects:	B. Information use and sociology of information
Depositing user:	Dr Vahideh Zare
Date deposited:	09 Sep 2025 09:20
Last modified:	09 Sep 2025 09:20
URI:	http://hdl.handle.net/10760/47121

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