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Ensuring credible science: navigating the risks of questionable journals in the age of open access

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Publishing in academic journals allows researchers to share new knowledge and contribute to the broader body of scholarship that informs and advances their fields. Publication in a peer-reviewed journal signifies rigorous evaluation by experts, lending credibility and academic legitimacy. For researchers, publishing brings recognition, funding and career opportunities. However, growing pressure to publish exposes researchers to unethical practices such as predatory publishers and paper mills that prioritise profit over scholarly integrity. With questionable journals infiltrating reputable open-access databases, researchers must remain vigilant.

Source: Human Science Research Council SA

DOI: 10.14749/31950246

Author: Human Sciences Research Council

Language: English

Topic: Publishing and Scholarly Communication

Subfield: History and Philosophy of Science

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

Funder: Human Sciences Research Council

OpenAlex ID: W7151282846

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