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Information Management Tools: EndNote, Mendeley, Writefull

September 13, 2024
Writing a research paper is a structured process that starts with the exploration of a topic or problem, goes hand in hand with data collection and analysis of the research carried out, and finally concludes with proper formatting and editing. Each writing process is time-consuming, requires a great deal of attention and other personal skills. 

In the search for electronic resources, we are often confronted with a large flow of information and a wealth of data, and there is a need to organise and organise everything in order to find, analyse and format the information more quickly. An important aspect of writing in English is the use of appropriate language, scientific terms, sentence structure, grammar and punctuation. 

The VILNIUS TECH library offers information management tools to help you stay on top of the information and its management. The university currently subscribes to EndNote 21 and Writefull, while Mendeley and Zotero are freely available. We encourage you to try and find your own assistant to make the research process less stressful, save time and contribute to a successful and smooth production of your thesis. 

   
 
 
EndNote 21 – the capabilities of the bibliographic information management tool:
  • Facilitates the collection and storage of bibliographic information from diverse electronic sources such as books, scientific articles, and conference proceedings.
  • Organizes collected information and automatically inserts bibliographic entries.
  • Enables citation of sources and selection of appropriate citation styles.
  • Supports collaboration with colleagues.
  • Provides access to bibliographic databases like Web of Science for discovering new research articles and electronic resources.
To begin using EndNote 21, you'll need to install it on your computer. Visit the IT Services section of https://mano.vilniustech.lt to find the EndNote 21 installation folder along with licensing documents (EN21Inst and License.dat). During installation, ensure both files are in the same folder. Once installed, EndNote 21 integrates into the toolbar of Microsoft Word desktop for seamless use.
 
Useful information for beginners (training, videos):
– Installation instructions
– Getting started with EndNote 21
– Video training on Youtube
If you have any questions regarding the installation of the tool, please contact the VILNIUS TECH IT Helpdesk.
 
 
Writefull – options for editing your English essays:
  • Writefull for Word – a plug-in for Microsoft Word that offers text corrections. After installing the plugin, you will see the Writefull icon appear in the top toolbar of your word document. Click on it to create a personal account*.
  • Writefull for Word User Guide >>>>
  • Writefull Revise – this tool revises text you've already written in the browser and assesses grammar, style, word usage and other errors. To use the Writefull Revise tool you need to create a personal account*.
  • Writefull Cite – checks for the correct use of quotations in the text, by reviewing the text and highlighting sentences that should contain quotations with references to the sources. It can be used by students, lecturers and researchers to check whether a citation is complete and whether a reference to the source is needed.
*Use your institutional email address for registration: @vilniustech.lt, @stud.vilniustech.lt. The password must not be the same as your email password. To complete your registration, please confirm the link you received by email.
 
 
Mendeley – Mendeley is a powerful bibliographic reference management tool that offers several options:
  • Facilitates the collection, organization, and management of bibliographic information as well as full-text publications.
  • Assists in creating citations and reference lists efficiently.
  • Enables sharing of information with colleagues, fostering collaboration.
  • Provides features for publishing research results, monitoring progress, commenting on publications, and networking with other researchers.
 
 
Zotero – a comprehensive tool for managing bibliographic information. It enables users to:
  • Collect and compile bibliographic information from various sources such as library catalogues, databases, and online resources.
  • Generate citation and reference lists efficiently.
  • Access and synchronize records across different computers through data synchronization.
 

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