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Citation Guides

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers requires a specific citation format, frequently used in the field of engineering.

Accessing IEEE Resources

IEEE provides citation and style manuals digitally. Use the links below to access these documents.

IEEE Reference Guide (PDF) The complete guide to in-text and References list entries in IEEE style.
IEEE Editorial Style Manual for Authors (PDF) The complete guide to properly formatting and writing an article or other type of work in IEEE style.
How to Cite References: IEEE Documentation Style (PDF) A quick-reference guide to citing a variety of items.

Additional Resources

These supplemental IEEE guidelines will help students get every small detail correct for this style.

Editing Mathematics (PDF) Guidelines for mathematical notation in IEEE-style technical writing.
IEEE Journal Titles and Reference Abbreviations (PDF) A listing of correct abbreviations for IEEE journals used in reference entries.
IEEE Magazine Titles and Reference Abbreviations (PDF) A listing of correct abbreviations for IEEE magazines used in reference entries.