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Citing Your Sources
Proper citation is an essential aspect of scholarship. Citing properly allows your reader or audience to locate the materials you have used. Most importantly, citations give credit to the authors of quoted or consulted information. Failure to acknowledge sources of information properly may constitute plagiarism. For an explicit definition of plagiarism, see the Boston University Academic Conduct Code.
How Do I Cite My Source?
There are a variety of popular styles for citing books, both print and electronic, in a bibliography, including: MLA, APA, NLM, Vancouver, and many others. Each style varies, so be sure that you know which citation style your instructor or department prefers. Also if you would like assistance with your references, please do not hesitate to contact the reference desk.
These style manuals, among others, are available at the Alumni Medical Library:
There are a variety of popular styles for citing articles in a bibliography, including: MLA, APA, NLM, Vancouver, and others. Each style varies, so be sure that you are aware of the citation style that is preferred by your instructors and department.
Please click on the style manuals below to see examples of each style.
These style manuals, among others, are available at the Alumni Medical Library or online:
There are a variety of popular styles for citing web pages in a bibliography, including: MLA, APA, NLM, Vancouver, and others. Each style varies, so be sure that you are aware of the citation style preferred by your instructors and department.
These style manuals, among others, are available at the Alumni Medical Library or online:
General Citation Information
Follow these links for general information on citations.
- Purdue Owl The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University houses writing resources and instructional materials for research and writing assistance.