EndNote can be used to capture the PMC and NIHMS ID numbers. You can also modify your existing libraries to add these numbers as you obtain them.

Below are basic instructions on how to modify your libraries and import PMCID numbers.

1. Modify your EndNote Journal article Reference Type by assigning the Custom 6 field to NIHMSID and the Custom 7 field to PMCID.

   NIHMS numbers should usually be added manually to the database as you submit your article and receive the NIHMS manuscript number. These numbers are not publicly available in PubMed until the article is indexed, which may be months after you submit your version of the manuscript.

2. Set up filters for the PMCID numbers
   • If searching PubMed, download the PubMed filter and the NIH-PMCID output style.
   • If searching PubMed Central, download the PubMed-Central filter and the NIH-PMCID output style.

   Special Acknowledgement: We want to recognize and thank Emily Wixson at the University of Wisconsin Madison Chemistry Library for creating these filters and output styles and sharing them with the research community.

3. Search by author and import records using the supplied filter.

To cite an NIH proposal or report:
• Edit your preferred output style to include the PMCID or NIHMS ID numbers OR use the NIH-PMCID output style
• Select the references you want in your bibliography
• Choose the output style which you edited above
• Click on "References" then "Copy Formatted" and paste the citations into your document

The Medical Center Library is currently working on detailed instructions on how to use EndNote to store these numbers and add them to your citations.

In the interim, the University of Wisconsin-Madison has developed an excellent set of detailed instructions and filters to guide you through the process.

Have questions or need assistance modifying your EndNote libraries? Contact Virginia Carden at (919) 660-1184.