How to Cite a Conference Paper in AMA Citation Style
Learn the exact format with examples, in-text citations, and common mistakes to avoid.
Citation Format
Basic Template
1. Author(s). Paper title. Paper presented at: Conference Name; Location; Month Date, Year.
Citation Components
Superscript Number
Superscript 1, 2, 3, etc.
Author(s)
Last name Initial(s).
Paper Title
Sentence case. No italics or quotation marks.
Paper presented at
Paper presented at: Conference Name; Location; Date.
Real-World Example
Example Source
1
Nakamura T, Suzuki H
New findings in personalized medicine for cancer treatment
American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting
Chicago, Illinois
June
2-6
2023
Formatted Citation
1. Nakamura T, Suzuki H. New findings in personalized medicine for cancer treatment. Paper presented at: American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting; Chicago, Illinois; June 2-6, 2023.
In-Text Citation
1
Superscript 1
Common Mistakes
Wrong:
1. Nakamura, T., & Suzuki, H. (2023, June 2-6). "New Findings in Personalized Medicine." Paper presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Chicago, IL.
Right:
1. Nakamura T, Suzuki H. New findings in personalized medicine for cancer treatment. Paper presented at: American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting; Chicago, Illinois; June 2-6, 2023.
Why: Use Last Initial format, no quotation marks for title, 'Paper presented at:' format with semicolons, and full location.
Wrong:
1) Nakamura and Suzuki, 2023, ASCO Conference Paper, Chicago
Right:
1. Nakamura T, Suzuki H. New findings in personalized medicine for cancer treatment. Paper presented at: American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting; Chicago, Illinois; June 2-6, 2023.
Why: Include full paper title, use 'Paper presented at:' phrase with full conference name, and complete date.
Wrong:
1. Nakamura T. Personalized Cancer Treatment. ASCO Meeting. June 2023. Chicago.
Right:
1. Nakamura T, Suzuki H. New findings in personalized medicine for cancer treatment. Paper presented at: American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting; Chicago, Illinois; June 2-6, 2023.
Why: Include all authors, full paper title, full conference name, and specific date range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if the conference paper was later published? ▼
If published in proceedings or as an article, cite the published version instead.
Do I need the exact conference dates? ▼
Include date range if available. Month and year at minimum.
Should I include the conference location in in-text citations? ▼
No, just use the superscript number. Location is in the reference only.
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