Botany: Referencing
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What's a citation style? Which one should I use?
A citation or referencing style is a standardised way of referencing research you use in your academic work. Check with your lecturer or supervisor if you are unsure which style to use:
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CSE 9th Name-Year Style | Council of Science EditorsA common style used in the sciences. In-text references consist of the surname of the author(s) and the year of publication. End references appear in alphabetical order by author and year of publication.
Why Reference?
Referencing the ideas and research you use in your essays is a vital part of all academic work because it:
- acknowledges how others' work has influenced your thinking
- provides evidence for your arguments
- assists other researchers to locate the sources you use
Style Guides
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Scientific Style and Format. 8th ed.
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Call Number: Science Library Reserve T11 .S386 2014ISBN: 9780226116495Publication Date: 2014 -
The CSE Manual, Ninth Edition
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ISBN: 9780226683942Publication Date: 2024-05-03
Options for Managing References
Tips on choosing and using citation styles (also called referencing styles) plus using systems such as EndNote, Zotero and Mendeley.
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Managing Your References Library GuideInformation about using EndNote, Mendeley or Zotero, and other reference management software.
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Student EndNote Software Request FormGo through the Student Portal to request to install this software for free!
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