I'm worried I've been contacted by a predatory publisher - how do I find out?
One key way to check if a journal is predatory is to evaluate the e-mail invitation critically, particularly looking out for an emphasis on publication fees. [ more ]
Geoengineering Test Quietly Launches Salt Crystals into Atmosphere
The nation's first outdoor test to limit global warming by increasing cloud cover was launched from a decommissioned aircraft carrier in the San Francisco Bay.
The experiment involves spraying microscopic salt particles into the air to reflect sunlight away from the Earth, sparking concerns about the ethical and environmental implications. [ more ]
Elite researchers in China say they had 'no choice' but to commit misconduct
Researchers admit to research misconduct due to pressure to meet ambitious publishing targets set by Chinese programme for globally recognized universities. [ more ]