Among the various scams targeting academics are "predatory conferences",
which target early-career researchers who might benefit from giving
invited talks at international conferences. I get about one or two
invitations per month for such conferences. There are a couple of
articles about these conferences if you want some examples or more
information:
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-02445-y
If you can't access the link to this one I can send a PDF:
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-02360-2
How to spot a predatory conference, and what science needs to do about
them: a guide
Researchers who have fallen prey to predatory conferences share the
tell-tale signs of a dud event.
An example (more easily spotted as a fake than some, given the poor
language):
Dear Dr. David W Inouye,
Warm Welcome to PAPPL2025.
On behalf of Scientific Committee and Reoozvelt as a *Keynote Speaker*
at *“Precision Global Forum on Applied Science, Engineering and
Technology”* *PAPPL2025* during *August 11-13, 2025* at *London, UK.*
**Main goal of *PAPPL2025* is to bring a unique forum for exchanging the
information regarding the latest developments, finding solutions and
enriching the knowledge. In addition to Presentations, Workshops, and
Discussions, the conference also offers a unique venue for renewing
professional relationships and providing plenty of networking
opportunities during the summit.
To know more about *PAPPL2025*PS:
https://www.reoozveltforum.org/pappl2025/
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[NOTE: my antivirus program blocked this link]
Kindly let me know your interest by sharing your short biography we
will update on website.
Looking forward to hear from you a positive response.
*Regards,*
D. Rithu Raahi
Program Manager
PAPPL2025
--
Dr. David W. Inouye
Professor Emeritus
Department of Biology
University of Maryland
Principal Investigator
Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory
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