Biomedical Engineering: Reference Management Tools

Why use reference management software?

Reference management software helps keep your references organized. You can import references from your computer, online databases, or websites. Many tools provide plugins for Word to allow you to insert in-text citations as you write and format bibliographies according to your required citation style. Ultimately, reference management software will help you save time.

Reference management software available through UW Library

Zotero
Free reference management software supported by the UW Library. Unlimited record storage is provided through the UW Library's subscription.
Zotero Research Guide
In-depth instructions on Zotero.
RefWorks
Free reference management software supported by the UW Library. A UW group code is required for this resource.
RefWorks Research Guide
In-depth instructions on RefWorks.

Other reference management software

Mendeley
Free web-based and desk-top versions of Mendeley are available through Elsevier.