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13 mar 2023 · While it is important to exercise caution when considering any journal for publication, it is not accurate to categorize all MDPI journals as predatory.
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11 sie 2021 · The article examines 53 MDPI journals indexed in JCR in 2019, using formal criteria and citation patterns to assess their predatory nature. It finds that MDPI journals have high self-citation rates, low impact factors, and questionable legitimacy, suggesting they may be predatory.
29 mar 2021 · So, from my experience, and the experience of others in my field, MDPI is not a disreputable or predatory publisher, although some of their actions might rub some people the wrong way.
MDPI is a large publisher of open access scientific journals, founded by Shu-Kun Lin in 1996. It has faced criticism and accusations of predatory practices, low quality standards, and ethical violations, and has been included in some warning lists and delisted by Clarivate.
A blog post that explores the recent discussion about whether MDPI is a predatory publisher, based on various sources and evidence. It also suggests a way to resolve the debate through peer review of critiques and claims.
19 sie 2021 · MDPI challenges the methodology and conclusions of an article that claims to examine the characteristics of predatory journals based on MDPI as a case study. MDPI argues that the article misrepresents its journals, misuses data and criteria, and lacks transparency and context.
8 lut 2021 · An analysis of Scopus reveals that more than 300 potentially ‘predatory’ journals with questionable publishing practices are indexed on the database. These journals contribute to poor-quality science and could mislead researchers and pollute the literature.
