The paper mill crisis is a five-alarm fire for science: what can librarians do about it?

The paper mill crisis, a widespread issue in scholarly literature, is causing record retractions and eroding trust in science. Despite efforts from publishers, integrity sleuths, and organizations like Retraction Watch, NISO, and STM, action from the library community has been lacking. This article explores the ongoing impact of the paper mill crisis and its causes. It also reviews the steps being taken across the sector to address it. This article recommends actions libraries can take to address the crisis and restore trust in science.