How to cite common source types in Vancouver

Journal article

Author AA, Author BB. Title of article. Abbreviated Journal Title. Year;Volume(Issue):Page–Page.

Book

Author AA. Title of book. Edition. Place: Publisher; Year.

Website

Author AA. Title of page [Internet]. Site Name; Year [cited Year Month Day]. Available from: URL

Tips for Vancouver referencing

Always include a DOI when one is available
Check your university's specific requirements — some have variations
Use a consistent format throughout your paper
Double-check author names and publication years
Keep your reference list alphabetised (or numbered for IEEE/Vancouver)

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