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Neuroscience

A University of Lethbridge guide to Neurosciences research and resources

Research & Writing Help

Consult the books below for help with research and writing in the field of Neuroscience. This is only a sample of what's available through the library.

Citing Sources

In academic writing, you must cite the sources you use. Failure to do so constitutes plagiarism, a serious academic offence (see below).

Citations let the reader know that certain words or ideas in your work came from another source, giving credit where it's due. They allow readers to identify, find, and consult the sources themselves. In addition, citing your sources demonstrates to your instructor that your paper is based on solid (or not-so-solid) research.

Usually, your instructors will specify in class or in a course syllabus which citation style they want you to use in your papers.

Neuroscience uses a variety of styles. Always consult your instructor or the publication you are writing for.

Listed below are several different citation styles commonly used in neurosciene research. Also included are links to the Library's guides on common styles such as APA, MLA, and Chicago.

 

Other citation style guides from the University of Lethbrige can be found below. These include:

  • APA
  • MLA 7th Edition
  • MLA 8th Edition
  • Chicago Manual of Style

Types of Scientific Evidence

A Rough Guide to Types of Scientific Evidence

 

Find more information on Compound Interest's site.

CC-BY Andy Brunning/Compound Interest, 2017

Plagiarism

The University of Lethbridge's Student Discipline Policy defines plagiarism as the representation of "the words, ideas, images, or data of another person as [one's] own."

Plagiarism, whether intentional or accidental, is considered a serious academic offence. The penalties for committing plagiarism range from a reduced grade on an assignment to a grade of 'F' in a course. Under some circumstances, a more severe penalty, such as suspension or expulsion, may be imposed.  It is thus very important to understand what constitutes plagiarism and how to avoid it.

For more information, visit our Understand Plagiarism guide.