Books:
Medical writing : a prescription for clarity by Call Number: R119 .G67 2014ISBN: 9781107628151Publication Date: 2014-08-28
Successful Academic Writing by Call Number: P301.5.A27 S56 2017ISBN: 9781462529391Publication Date: 2017-05-23
From research to manuscript : a guide to scientific writing 2nd ed. by Call Number: T11 .K345 2009ISBN: 1402094663Available: Print (Himmelfarb Library)
Grammar and writing skills for the health professional by Call Number: PE1116 .M44 V55 2005ISBN: 140187374XAvailable: Print (Himmelfarb Library)
How to write and publish a scientific paper 6th ed. by Call Number: T11 .D33 2006ISBN: 0313330409Available: Print (Himmelfarb Library)
The psychologist's companion : a guide to writing scientific papers for students and researchers by Call Number: BF76.8 .S73 2010ISBN: 9780521195713Available: Print (Gelman Library)
GW Writing Center
GW Writing Center is an open, welcoming, professional environment within which members of the GW community can receive dedicated attention to their writing and research projects.
(See: GW Writing Center Policies)
Distance Learning: Schedule your appointment through the online system and send your paper (at least 24 hours in advance) to gwriter@gwu.edu. Include the name of your tutor, time of your session, and number you will be calling from.
Non-Native English Speaking Students: For specific writing help as a non-native English speaking student, please look into scheduling your appointment at the Language Center.
- GW Writing CenterGW Writing Center is an open, welcoming, professional environment within which members of the GW community can receive dedicated attention to their writing and research projects.
(Service is free to GW community only) - GW Writing Center: Appointment Request FormFirst time users are required to register for an account.
(Service is free to GW community only)
Citation and Style Guides
Writing a bibliography doesn't have to be a confusing process!
For a good reference on APA Style go to the APA Citation Style Guide.
- AMA (American Medical Association) Reference Citation Format (New York Medical College)Produced by the New York Medical College, tip sheet contains most frequently requested information on how to use AMA Style.
- AMA Quick Reference Guide (J.W. England Library)Produced by J.W. England Library, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
- AMA Stat! for Research Papers by Dr. Abel ScribeDetailed instructions on formatting, text rules, and documentation. Find out how to set up your research paper from this web site.
- APA: FAQ (By The American Psychological Association)APA's Publication Manual, 6th Edition, provides FAQs to help clarify frequent areas of confusion.
- Citation Style for Research PapersGuide to MLA, APA, AMA, Turabian and Chicago styles from University of Long Island
- NoodleTools: APA parenthetical (in-text) referenceNoodleTools Knowledge Base Page provides instruction on how to write an APA parenthetical (in-text) reference.
- Online Writing Lab (OWL)Produced by the Writing Lab at Purdue University, online reference on how to cite in APA style format. Includes in-text citation, reference list in both print and electronic sources. Great for help with grammar, punctuation and spelling.
What is RefWorks?
What is RefWorks? RefWorks is an online research management, writing and collaboration tool. It is designed to help researchers easily gather, manage, store and share all types of information, as well as generate citations and bibliographies.
Why should you use RefWorks?
- One "click" and you can generate bibliographies in any citation style format. (APA, AMA, MLA and more!)
- Allows you to create & organize your own personal database of references.
- Import your references directly from databases, journals or the library catalog and avoid emailing or the need to save to a USB flashdrive.
- Makes collaboration easier during group projects allowing you to share your RefWorks folder of references.
New Users: Getting Started! - Go to Himmelfarb Library's Homepage
- Under Accounts Click RefWorks
- Select "Sign up for an Individual Account" and complete the new user information form.
- You will receive an email from RefWorks confirming your login username and password
AMA Manual of Style Online
Do you need help citing in AMA style? The AMA Manual of Style is now available online from Himmelfarb Library!
