LibGuides: Physics and Astronomy: Cite

Physics and Astronomy Citation Styles

There are several accepted citation styles/formats for research papers in physics and astronomy. For general guidance, see the ODU Libraries guide to citing sources (linked below). If you're unsure, ask your professor which style s/he prefers. If preparing a manuscript for submission to a specific journal, consult the journal's guidelines for formatting and style.

Cite Your Sources
ODU Libraries extensive guide to citing sources.

Citation Management Software

EndNote
EndNote is a powerful tool for acquiring, organizing, and managing references. Download the software at the link provided in this guide. It is free to ODU students, staff, and faculty.
Zotero
Zotero is a free reference manager and a Mozilla browser plugin.

Other Citation Styles

American Astronomical Association:

AAS Journal Reference Instructions
Provides a complete set of instructions and examples for in-text and reference list citations.
Manuscript Preparation
Provides complete instructions for preparing and submitting manuscripts for publication in the AAS journals.

American Institute of Physics:

AIP Publishing: Author Resource Center
Provides guidelines for preparing and submitting manuscripts for publication.

American Psychological Association:

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. by American Psychological Association.
Call Number: BF76.7 .P83 2010
ISBN: 1433805618
Publication Date: 2010
Print copies available in Reference, Reserves, and the general collection (3rd floor).

APA Style
From the American Psychological Association, this site contains an FAQ, quick answers for formatting and references, free tutorials, a blog, and other helpful learning resources.
Purdue OWL: APA Formatting and Style Guide
Developed by Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL), this resource offers examples for the general format of APA research papers, in-text citations, endnotes/footnotes, and the reference page.

Chicago Manual of Style:

Chicago Manual of Style Online
Purdue OWL: Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition
Developed by Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL), this resource contains information on The Chicago Manual of Style method of document formatting and citation from the 17th edition.

Council of Science Editors:

Modern Language Association:

MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers (8th ed.) by Modern Language Association of America
Call Number: LB2369 .M52 2016
ISBN: 9781603292627
Publication Date: 2016

Works Cited: A Quick Guide
This is an quick, online tutorial on creating entries for Works Cited lists. Includes a downloadable practice template (PDF, 1 MB).
The MLA Style Center
Designed as a companion to the eighth edition of the MLA Handbook, this free resource is the only authorized website about MLA style.
Purdue OWL: MLA Formatting and Style Guide
Developed by Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL), this resource offers examples for the general format of MLA research papers, in-text citations, endnotes/footnotes, and the Works Cited page.