Identifying predatory journals in the field of catalysis can be challenging but not impossible. Here are some red flags to watch out for:
Excessive Fees: Unusually high publication fees without clear justification. Spam Emails: Frequent and aggressive solicitations for manuscript submissions. Lack of Peer Review: Promises of rapid publication without a rigorous peer review process. Fake Metrics: Use of misleading or non-standard impact factors. Dubious Editorial Board: Editors and reviewers with questionable credentials or affiliations.
