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RefWorks and reference management

What is RefWorks

RefWorks is a web-based reference management service that allows you to import references from online databases such as Medline, Cinahl and PsycInfo as well as other sources including The Knowledge Network Library Search

RefWorks helps you to manage these references, create bibliographies, insert references into documents and share references with colleagues.

Access RefWorks

Accessing library resources

Unlock a wealth of library resources by registering for your very own NHS Scotland OpenAthens account today!

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Getting Started with RefWorks

To access and sign in to RefWorks, follow the step-by-step instructions provided in our Getting Started guide. After successfully signing in, we suggest watching the training videos for further guidance.s.

Getting started guide

Getting started videos

Getting the best out of RefWorks

For a more detailed overview of RefWorks watch our Getting the best out of RefWorks video from our recent Getting Published event in October 2023.

Getting the best out of Refworks video transcript

RefWorks Citation Manager

RefWorks Citation Manager (RCM) is a tool that you can use within Word to add references directly to your work and then generate a reference list or bibliography. Need assistance installing RefWorks Citation Manager? Consult our installation guide. Want to learn more? Watch this short 5-minute video.

RefWorks Citation Manager installation guide

RefWorks Citation Manager video

Help with referencing

Proper referencing is essential for any written work intended for others' use, such as reports, academic assignments, and guidance materials. Explore our beginner's guide to referencing and plagiarism, and delve deeper into the benefits, process, and top tips on our referencing pages on Turas Learn.

Turas Learn referencing guide

Beginner's guide to referencing and plagiarism video transcript

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