WSEAS Transactions on Electronics
Print ISSN: 1109-9445, E-ISSN: 2415-1513
Volume 13, 2022
Letter from the Editors: An extended Plagiarism has reported to the ScienceOpen. Predatory Publishers and Predatory Conferences
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Abstract: We have recently discovered a plagiarized article, and ScienceOpen will soon be taking steps to remove the plagiarized content. The original article was first published in WSEAS [3], and we have already reported the situation to ScienceOpen, emphasizing the urgency of the matter. In our report, we have provided clear evidence of the plagiarism, including text comparisons, DOI links, and publication dates that establish WSEAS as the original publisher. We have also informed the original authors of the situation so that they can take appropriate action. WSEAS may need to follow legal or procedural steps in this case, and we will be submitting our findings to COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) to ensure further investigation. It’s important to note that WSEAS is not a predatory publisher. The WSEAS organization itself is a reputable entity in academic publishing, it faces challenges from malicious actors who exploit its name for fraudulent purposes. As part of our efforts to combat this issue, we are considering publicly documenting this case through academic blogs, ResearchGate, or social media to help expose the plagiarized work and protect the integrity of the scholarly community. In addition to this, there is an alarming rise in hackers and scammers who falsely use the WSEAS name to promote illegitimate conferences as official events. These fraudsters often create deceptive websites, send out fake emails, and distribute materials that mimic the legitimate branding of WSEAS conferences. Their goal is to mislead researchers and academics into believing they are engaging with authentic WSEAS events, when in reality, these conferences are entirely fake. Scammers frequently offer fraudulent invitations to present papers, promise publication in WSEAS journals, or advertise non-existent high-profile speakers, all while charging exorbitant registration fees and failing to meet academic standards. This can result in financial losses, harm to researchers’ reputations, and the publication of substandard or plagiarized research. In response, WSEAS is committed to actively addressing and combating these fraudulent activities. The organization regularly issues warnings, collaborates with authorities, and provides guidance to help researchers distinguish legitimate events from scams. We encourage researchers to be vigilant and verify any conference or publication claiming affiliation with WSEAS to avoid falling victim to these deceptive practices.
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