CSE name-year system

In the CSE name-year system, the author of the source is named in the text or in parentheses, and the date is given in parentheses.

The reference list at the end of the paper is arranged alphabetically by authors’ last names.

In-text citations

Scientists are beginning to question the validity of linking genes to a number of human traits and disorders (Horgan 1993).

Horgan (1993) notes that scientists are beginning to question the validity of linking genes to a number of human traits and disorders.

Entry in the reference list

Horgan J. 1993. Eugenics revisited. Sci Am. 268(6):122-130.

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