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CHM379: Biomolecular Chemistry

Citing Your Work

Why should you cite?

  • Give credit to others for the work they've done
  • Build sound arguments based on trusted evidence
  • Show readers how you reached your conclusions and where they can learn more

What should you cite?

  • Any property values or other data used in your reactions and calculations 
  • Information from papers and books used to provide background info or inform your argument.
  • Anything that is not common knowledge

When in doubt, cite!

Citation Style Guides

See the resources below for guidelines on how to properly cite in chemistry.

Reference as You Go: Citation Managers

Citation management software helps you cite as you go, saving you time and keeping your sources organized. There are several citation management software options available to automate the creation of your citations and bibliography.

Making a habit of using a citation manager now is great preparation for graduate school or participating in research opportunities! Explore the resources below to learn more, and ask your librarian for help if needed!