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