Category: Articles
SciONE: A Technologically Robust Journal Management System for Seamless Publishing
The world of academic publishing is evolving rapidly, but many journals, particularly those in developing regions, face significant challenges in mana [...]
Does Desk Rejection Improve Journal Quality and Enhance Article Standards?
In the competitive world of academic publishing, desk rejection is a common yet controversial practice. It refers to the decision made by journal edit [...]
Top 10 Most Cited Retractions: A Deep Dive into Controversial Studies and Their Lingering Impact
As of December 18, 2024, a new compilation highlights the top 10 most cited retracted scientific papers, shedding light on some of the most controvers [...]
AI-Generated Abstracts Deemed ‘More Authentic’ Than Those Written by Humans
A study conducted by researchers at the University of Waterloo has revealed that abstracts generated by artificial intelligence (AI) are often perceiv [...]
Pakistan’s Scholarly Publishing Landscape: Progress, Challenges, and the Path Ahead
Introduction
Scholarly publishing plays a critical role in disseminating research, fostering innovation, and enhancing the global reputation of acad [...]
Unveiling the Features of Paper Mill Products: A Deep Dive into a Persistent Threat to Scholarly Integrity
The academic publishing landscape, celebrated for advancing knowledge and fostering innovation, is increasingly shadowed by unethical practices. Among [...]
To What Extent Are Researchers and Scholars Aware of Paper Mills? An Exploration
The growing presence of paper mills—organizations that produce and sell fraudulent research papers—poses a severe challenge to academic integrity. How [...]
The Scale of the Paper Mill Problem: A Widening Threat to Scholarly Integrity
The academic publishing community faces a growing challenge from paper mills—entities that manufacture and sell fraudulent research papers. These oper [...]
The Motivation Behind Developing China’s List of Questionable Journals and Its Impact on Publishing Patterns
On December 31, 2020, the National Science Library of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) released a controversial list of 65 international scientif [...]
How Do Paper Mills Operate and Evade Detection? A Detailed Examination
The academic publishing ecosystem is under siege by paper mills and shadowy organizations that manufacture and sell fraudulent research articles. Thes [...]