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How to Cite a Press Release in BibTeX (standard)

Learn how to cite a press release or news release in BibTeX format (standard). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

BibTeX Reference List Format

Here is the standard BibTeX format for citing a press release in your reference list:

BibTeX Example for a Press Release

A complete BibTeX reference for a press release, formatted by the official BibTeX CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

@techreport{State2024Library, author = {{State University Library}}, year = {2024}, month = {sep 12}, institution = {State University}, title = {Library announces open-access publishing fund}, type = {Press release}, url = {https://www.example.org/news/oa-fund}, }

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your press release.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the BibTeX (standard) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match BibTeX requirements.

Evidence and review notes

Worked examples are generated by citeproc from the published CSL definition, not written by a language model.

CSL style record: bibtex.csl

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a press release in BibTeX?
To cite a press release in BibTeX (standard), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the BibTeX format for a press release citation?
The BibTeX format for a press release is: @techreport{State2024Library, author = {{State University Library}}, year = {2024}, month = {sep 12}, institution = {State University}, title = {Library announces open-access publishing fund}, type = {Press release}, url = {https://www.example.org/news/oa-fund}, }

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