RefWorks

RefWorks is a Web-based bibliography and database manager that allows users to create their own personal database by importing references from text files or online databases. They can use these references in writing their papers and automatically format the paper and the bibliography in seconds.

• Organize and create a personal database online — no more index cards to write out and organize. Everything is done automatically as you import the reference into RefWorks.

• Format bibliographies and manuscripts in seconds — this saves hours of typing time and decreases the number of errors in creating tedious bibliographies. Easily make changes to your paper and reformat in seconds.

• Import references from a variety of databases using the already created Import Filters.

• Searching your RefWorks database is fast and easy — RefWorks automatically creates author, descriptor and periodical indexes when importing so you just click on the word to perform the retrieval. Use Quick Search to search all fields for the most comprehensive results or Advanced Search to narrow your search to specific terms and fields.

• Attach any digital object, (PDF, TIFF, Jpeg, etc.) to your citations with no server space limitations or additional cost for institutional subscribers

RefShare

• RefShare allows the subscribing institution to make available a central, customizable Web page where users can post their RefWorks databases or folders.
• The databases are easily accessible from the site; users can also easily share access to this information with anyone via e-mail.
• Users control access of their data with a variety of options.
• Viewers can search, download, print, export, and contact the original author by e-mail.
• Access can be limited to a particular community of users.
• Research information is easily accessible by a global audience.

Uses of RefShare

• Post class reading lists on a central Web page
• Provide easy access to information for disparate researchers collaborating on a project
• Create and share databases of frequently-requested reference queries by topic
• Provide a linkable database of research done by specific faculty members
• Publish an internal database of references for easy sharing within your institution

Benefits of RefShare

• Facilitate dissemination of information by having a central Web page for the posting and access of research information
• Provide a collaborative research environment using the capabilities of easily accessible data via the Internet
• Enables the seamless sharing and exchange of information
• Allow easy transfer of information between RefWorks databases
• Centrally post frequently-needed databases of materials for research queries, class assignments, or research review
• Provide easy remote access to research and collaboration globally