Citation management software allows you to create a personal library of references. References can include citation information as well as annotations, graphics, and the full text pdfs. The software works with your word processors to automatically add references to your paper and format your bibliography in the proper style (APA, MLA, Chicago style, etc.)
Learn more about the following citation management software packages below: Endnote, Mendeley, Zotero
Need help using a citation manager & would like to request training? Ask A Librarian! Our contact information is below.
Rachel Lane Walden, MLIS
Reference & Instruction Librarian
Eskind Biomedical Library
Contact
rachel.l.walden@vanderbilt.edu
Emily Adydan, MLIS
Reference & Instruction Librarian
Eskind Biomedical Library
Contact:
emily.c.adydan@vanderbilt.edu
Bryn Murphy, MLIS
Reference & Instruction Librarian
Eskind Biomedical Library
Contact:
bryn.murphy@vanderbilt.edu
Heather Laferriere, MLIS
Reference & Instruction Librarian
Eskind Biomedical Library
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heather.e.laferriere@vanderbilt.edu
Endnote
EndNote is a program for managing bibliographic citations. It simplifies much of the work of organizing and formatting citations and bibliographies in your writing. EndNote works with Microsoft Word and other word processing programs to automatically add references to your paper and format your bibliography into a proper citation style.
How to:
• set up your free EndNote online account (provided by Vanderbilt)
• sync your online account with your desktop version (if you have the paid version)
• share libraries
• set up Cite While You Write
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Endnote Desktop - Start Up Guide (Paid Version) for setting up sync between desktop version and online account, sharing citations, & cite while you write
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Endnote Online - Set Up Instructions (Free Version) for setting up your online account, adding citations, sharing citations, & cite while you write
Training Videos:
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How to use EndNote 21 in seven minutes: macOSVideo tutorial, available from Endnote.com
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How to use EndNote 21 in seven minutes: WindowsVideo tutorial, available from Endnote.com
EndNote Support, Training, and Other Resources
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EndNote Online TrainingInformation on using EndNote Online, with links to resources. Available from EndNote.com
The VU & VUMC Software Stores offer discounted price on the desktop version: EndNote 20
Mendeley
Mendeley is a desktop and web program for managing and sharing research papers, discovering research data and collaborating online. It combines Mendeley Desktop, a PDF and reference management application (available for Windows, Mac and Linux) with Mendeley Web, an online social network for researchers.
Download Mendeley Applications
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Mendeley Web ImporterImport papers, web pages and other documents directly into your reference library from search engines and academic databases.
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Mendeley Videos & TutorialsAvailable from mendeley.com
Zotero
About: Zotero is a free, open-source citation management software.
Vanderbilt OpenURL Resolver:
https://catalog.library.vanderbilt.edu/openurl/01VAN_INST/01VAN_INST:vanui
Getting Started:
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Zotero Desktop ApplicationDownload the application to your computer where you can view and manage your citations from your desktop.
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Zotero Web AccountRegister for a free account. Sync your online account with your desktop application to view and manage your library online.
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Zotero Web ConnecterInstall the web connector into your browser and import citations from the web directly into your Zotero library.
Zotero Support and Training:
Information and materials available from Zotero's website.
