Characteristics of Predatory Publishers and Authors

Open Access Asia has developed a comprehensive list of characteristics to assist researchers in identifying predatory publishers and to help publishers recognize predatory authors. These entities often engage in unethical practices that compromise the integrity of scholarly publishing.

Publishers' Characteristics     Authors' Characteristics

Open Access Asia

Empowering Minds, Elevating Research Excellence Globally

Join OAA
To revolutionize scholarly publishing in Asia by championing ethical practices and ensuring that every researcher can share their work in a trusted and transparent environment.
Support OAA's mission
Open Access Asia in creating a future where predatory publishing is eradicated and high standards prevail.
Let's Unite
Together, we can create a brighter future for academic research. Join a transformative movement that ensures ethical, transparent, and high-quality scholarly publishing in Asia.
Contribute to Make a difference
Help us to create a region where ethical publishing thrives, and researchers are empowered to share their groundbreaking work confidently.

Principles of Transparency

The Principles of Transparency and Best Practices in Scholarly Publishing serves as a critical tool in the ongoing battle against predatory publications. By establishing clear guidelines and standards for ethical publishing conduct, these principles empower authors, reviewers, editors, and publishers to distinguish reputable journals from predatory ones.

Name of Journal

The journal name should be unique and not easily confused with others. It should not mislead potential authors...

Read More
Journal's Website

Websites must be properly maintained and supported, with a focus on security measures to protect users from...

Read More
Publishing Schedule

The publishing frequency of a journal must be clearly defined and adhered to unless there are exceptional...

Read More
Archiving

A journal should clearly indicate its plan for electronic backup and long-term digital preservation of the journal...

Read More
Copyright

The copyright terms for published content must be stated clearly, both on the website and within the content itself...

Read More
Licencing

The website should clearly describe licensing information, including the licensing terms indicated on the full text...

Read More

Advisory Board

Ensuring that the indexing process is fair, comprehensive, and relevant to the needs of the academic community.
Dr. Gazi Mahabubul Alam
Professor, Department of Foundation of Education, Faculty of Educational Studies, University Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43300, Selangor, Malaysia
Dr. Mukesh Singh Sikarwar
Professor, College of Pharmacy, Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad, UP, India
Dr. Jyh-Woei Lin
Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Tainan, Taiwan
Dr. Mohammad Arif Kamal
Associate Professor, Architecture Section Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh – 202002, India
View All

Join Open Access Asia

Offers a unique opportunity to engage with the open access community and make a meaningful impact on the future of scholarly publishing in the region.

Work with OAA

Open Access Asia (OAA) is seeking an experienced administrative professional with excellent multitasking, planning, and organizing skills to join our dedicated team. This hands-on role is vital for the smooth operation of our organization. We also invite passionate individuals to join our Advisory Board to help guide our mission of promoting ethical scholarly publishing and combating predatory journals. If you are committed to advancing open access in Asia, please submit your CV. Join us in shaping the future of scholarly publishing and fostering a culture of transparency and trust.

Volunteer with OAA

Do you have a strong dedication to promoting open-access publishing in Asia? Join us in shaping the development of OAA with your unique perspective and experience. We invite individuals who are passionate about promoting the mission of Open Access Asia to join us as volunteers. If you are interested in contributing to this important cause, please submit your CV and express your interest in becoming part of our movement. Together, we can advance ethical scholarly publishing and combat predatory journals across Asia.

Open Access Asia

Open Access Asia (OAA) is an initiative designed to increase awareness among early career researchers, professors, research managers, and policymakers on the importance of providing free availability of publicly funded research in Asia.
About
Open Access Asia Advisory Board Ambassador Program
Quick Links
Signatories Complaint Box Contact Us
© Open Access Asia, All Right Reserved.