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Referencing and Bibliography Management Tools

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lisr.2023.101122
DOIs are associated with a metadata record that includes:

Title
Author(s)

Publication date

Publisher

Journal/Conference name

Abstract and keywords (optional)

2.3 DOI in Citation Management

Reference managers like EndNote, Zotero, and Mendeley can use a DOI to fetch complete
metadata for citation. Tools like CrossRef Metadata Search and APIs allow users to retrieve
and verify metadata using DOI identifiers. Bibliographic styles (APA, MLA) recognize DOIs as
standard parts of digital citation formats.

2.4 Benefits of DOIs

 Persistent access: Even if a publisher changes its website, the DOI link
remains consistent.
 Metadata-rich: Facilitates accurate citation and bibliographic control.
 Interoperability: Supported across academic, publishing, and digital
repository ecosystems.
2.5 Limitations

 Not universal: Some open-access journals or legacy documents may not have
DOIs.
 Publisher dependence: Metadata accuracy is contingent on publisher input.

3. Z39.50 Protocol and Bibliographic Data Retrieval

Z39.50 is more than a legacy protocol—it represents an early effort toward federated search
in library systems. Its continued relevance in systems like Koha underlines the importance of
interoperability in accessing authoritative bibliographic records. Engaging with Z39.50 helps
learners grasp the evolution of digital cataloguing practices. The Z39.50 protocol is a client-
server standard developed by the Library of Congress for retrieving bibliographic records
from remote databases. Officially named ANSI/NISO Z39.50, this protocol has been pivotal in
supporting interoperability between disparate library systems.