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How to Cite a TED Talk in Cell (current)

Learn how to cite TED Talks and recorded conference talks in Cell format (current). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

Cell Reference List Format

Here is the standard Cell format for citing a TED Talk in your reference list:

Cell Example for a TED Talk

A complete Cell reference for a TED Talk, formatted by the official Cell CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

1. Byrne, A. (2023). What citations really tell us. TED.

Matching in-text citation: 1

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your TED Talk.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the Cell (current) 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 Cell 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: cell.csl

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a TED Talk in Cell?
To cite a TED Talk in Cell (current), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the Cell format for a TED Talk citation?
The Cell format for a TED Talk is: 1. Byrne, A. (2023). What citations really tell us. TED.
What does the in-text citation look like for a TED Talk in Cell?
In Cell, the in-text citation for the example above is 1

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