MRU Library Website: Biology: Citation

What You Need to Know About Citation

Citation is stating where you got your information.

The reasons you cite:

You need to cite:

These APA resources will help you cite in-text, create a reference list, and format your paper.

APA style blog
This is a very helpful resource that addresses some of the more unusual questions that come up in APA (e.g. how to cite a Twitter moment or a corrected journal article).

Style Guide from Chemistry and Biology
Find more information here on writing and citing your lab manuscript in APA style. Examples in this resource refer to APA 6th edition, make sure you use the 7th edition (there have been some significant changes in APA for 2020)
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association
Find answers to most APA questions in this manual. Multiple copies available in the library at the Service Desk on reserve, and in the main and reference collections.
Call number: LB 2369. A5 2020

There are two citation management tools you may consider using to organize your research:

Take a close look at them both and decide which one would work best for your research projects.

Cite Sources: Learn the correct way to cite sources by using these guides, tutorials, and videos.
Referencing Webinars: APA & MLA. Referencing Webinars are 75 minutes long. Registration is required.
Online Appointments: Personalized online 30-minute appointments with a Learning Strategist.