A hoax paper is a fake or fraudulent research paper that is intentionally submitted and published in a journal or conference as a joke or to expose flaws in the peer-review process.
Some hoax papers are intentionally submitted to journals that have low standards of peer review or are not reputable. In other cases, the hoaxer may create a fake identity or falsify credentials to make the paper appear legitimate.
Hoax papers are often considered hilarious because they use absurd or humorous content to expose flaws in the academic publishing system. They may also poke fun at certain fields of study or highlight ridiculous research topics.
Hoax papers can have a negative impact on the scientific community by undermining the credibility of legitimate research. They can also waste the time and resources of peer reviewers, editors, and readers who are trying to advance scientific knowledge.
To prevent hoax papers from being published, journals and conferences can implement stricter peer-review processes and verify the credentials of authors. Scientists can also be more vigilant in critically evaluating research and reporting any suspicious or fraudulent activity.