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Mendeley - Citation Management Software

What is Mendeley?

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Mendeley is a free citation manager with a web-based desktop app and online library. Mendeley users can sign up for a free account with 2GB of web space or purchase a premium plan to access more space and sharing/collaboration options. 

 

With Mendeley, you can:

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Build a library of citations from library databases and websites

Search online

 

Search and import references and datasets from the Mendeley crowd-sourced catalog

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Store, organize and share references

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Read and annotate documents; record and share notes with collaborators 

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Create in-text citations and bibliographies using nearly 7,000 citation styles

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Use the Notebook to save quotations and organize your thoughts

 

Important!

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When signing up for the Mendeley Reference Manager, we recommend using your personal non-UCM email account.  

When logging in to your library through the Mendeley website, Do not choose the institutional log in option. Log in with the email and password you entered when creating your account. Mendeley is currently not compatible with Duo Two-Factor Authentication.

Mendeley Features

Quick overview of available features: The New Mendeley Reference Manager (2.24)