Manuscript in Preparation


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Format for in-text citation

In-text citation example

should be considered as main features of the relevant technologies (Ferasat et al., 2018).

or

Ferasat et al. (2018) reported that…


Format for reference list

Elements, punctuation & capitalisation

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Date written). Title of article. [Manuscript in preparation]. Department Affiliation, Institution.

Reference list example

Ferasat, Z., Panahi, R., & Mokhtarani, B. (2019). Natural polymer matrix as safe flocculant to remove turbidity from kaolin suspension: Performance and governing mechanism. [Manuscript in preparation]. Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Cambridge.

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Style notes for this reference type

  • APA 7 Publication Manual, p. 336, example 71.
  • A manuscript in preparation is only in the author's possession.
  • Include the department and institution where the work was produced, if possible.

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