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Academic citation practices
Building credibility by referencing respected academic research
Climate scientists citing peer-reviewed studies in IPCC reports
Choose credible sources. Explain significance. Make research accessible.
Academic writing, policy briefs, science communication
Citing credible witnesses or authorities to support your argument
ExploreEstablishing authority through experience, expertise or institutional position
ExploreBuilding credibility by acknowledging limitations and showing intellectual honesty
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