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IEEE Citation Guide

Standard for engineering and computer science. Learn how to cite any source type with our comprehensive Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers guide.

How to Cite by Source Type

IEEE Reference Example

Smith, J. D., & Johnson, M. R. (2024). The future of academic citations. Journal of Research Methods, 15(3), 45-67.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is IEEE citation style?

IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) is a citation style used primarily in standard for engineering and computer science. The current version is the Standard.

How do I format in-text citations in IEEE?

In-text citations in IEEE typically include the author's last name and year of publication. The exact format varies by source type. Use CiteMe to generate accurate in-text citations automatically.

What's the difference between IEEE and other citation styles?

IEEE has specific formatting rules that differ from other styles in terms of author names, dates, titles, and punctuation. The main differences are in how sources are ordered and formatted in the reference list.

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