Pros
Works with Microsoft Word, Google Docs
It's free up to 200MB of full-text document storage
Easy to save references from most browsers
Easy to sync articles online
Easy group sharing of articles
Cons
Not as polished; sometimes buggy
Limited amount of free storage
Pros
Mobile and tablet apps
Social networking with Elsevier
Collaborative PDF markup and notes
Cons
Delayed/complex syncing of desktop and web libraries
Limited free storage space
Pros
Robust interface, established software
Mobile app
Can handle large number of citation styles
Gold-standard software
Compatible with MS Word and Pages
Cons
No free version for desktop; online/cloud only
Pros
Easy set-up
Simple interface
Cons
Spotty integration with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Papers
Sharing not straightforward
Reference management software, also known as citation management software, is an essential tool in conducting biomedical research. Scientists crafting manuscripts from hundreds, if not thousands of references need an intuitive method to store, amend, and utilize bibliographic citations. While there are numerous software suites available to provide basic functionality, each program differs in user interface, storage capability, and browser interaction. The four main reference managers used on campus are Zotero, Mendeley, EndNote, and RefWorks.
First-time users of reference management software are encouraged to try Zotero due to its price (free!) and heavy adoption throughout campus. Explore a detailed guide to downloading, installing, and utilizing Zotero, along with retrieving, reading, and managing articles. Similarly, a guide to using EndNote Online can be found here.
Introducing and exploring Zotero
Managing citations and articles
Introducing and exploring Mendeley
Managing citations and articles
Introducing and exploring EndNote (Mac)
Introducing and exploring EndNote (PC)
Introducing and exploring RefWorks
Learning basic features
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