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Predatory Journal

Definition

A fraudulent or deceptive publication that prioritizes profit over scholarship, often charging APCs without providing legitimate peer review, editorial services, or proper indexing.

Example

The journal promised publication within 48 hours with no peer review, a hallmark of predatory publishing.

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Related Terms

Peer ReviewAPC (Article Processing Charge)Open AccessImpact Factor

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Last updated: March 2026

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