Citations

Citations are a vital component of academic writing, providing the necessary references for the sources you've consulted and used in your thesis or dissertation. Proper citation not only acknowledges the work of others but also lends credibility and authority to your own research. This guide aims to assist you in understanding the different citation styles and how to apply them effectively in your work.

Why Citations Matter

Citations give credit to the original authors whose work has contributed to your research. It acknowledges their ideas, findings, and intellectual property.

• Verification: Readers can verify the information you present by referring to the sources you've cited. This transparency builds trust and credibility.

• Avoiding Plagiarism: Proper citations are essential to avoid unintentional plagiarism. Plagiarism, whether intentional or not, can have serious academic consequences.

Tips for Effective Citations

• Be Consistent: Choose one citation style and use it consistently throughout your thesis or dissertation.

• Cite as You Write: Record citation details as you gather information to avoid scrambling for sources later.

• Use Citation Management Tools: Tools like Reworks and EndNote can help organize your references and generate citations.

• Include All Necessary Information: Authors' names, publication year, title, publisher, page numbers, URLs (if applicable), and publication details.

• Check Credibility: Ensure that you are using relevant and accepted academic resources for your discipline, including academic books, scholarly journals, primary sources, and statistical data

• Quoting vs. Paraphrasing: Know the difference between directly quoting and paraphrasing, and cite accordingly.

• Ask for Guidance: If unsure about citation rules, consult your department's guidelines or ask your professor.

Remember, accurate and complete citations not only support your own work but also contribute to the academic community's collective knowledge.

For detailed instructions on each citation style, refer to the official style guides or manuals provided by the respective organizations.

• AAS/ApJ Style Guide
• ACS Style Guide - This is a library database, and you need to log in with your SSO credentials to access it.                   
• AMS Style Guide
• Citing with APA
• IEEE Style Guide
• Journal of Animal Science Style Guide
• Journal of Wildlife Management Guidelines
• MLA Style Guide (9th edition) - This is a library database and you need to log in with your SSO credentials to access it.
• Turabian

Reference: American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). American Psychological Association.