Fraudulent Practices in the Field of Academic Publishing: The Latindex Experience

Background: Predatory journals are on the rise in the Ibero-American and Caribbean region but remain less common than in other parts of the world due to a tradition of non-commercial, non-profit, open-access publishing in Latin America. Analysis: This article examines how Latindex identifies and addresses predatory journals in the region. Conclusions and implications: Latindex has implemented several measures to successfully combat predatory journals in the Ibero-American and Caribbean region, including establishing a dedicated review board, publishing a guide for editors and a guide for Latindex documentalists, and collaborating with other organizations.