BibTeX to RIS Converter
Convert BibTeX into RIS (Research Information Systems) citations in seconds. Free, accurate, and runs directly in your browser.
Why convert BibTeX to RIS?
BibTeX (.bib) files are standard in LaTeX writing, but reference managers like Zotero, EndNote, and Mendeley organize collections using RIS (.ris). Converting BibTeX to RIS lets you import your LaTeX bibliographies into reference managers to organize PDF attachments and share collections with coauthors.
How to convert BibTeX to RIS (Research Information Systems)
Click the Select BibTeX file button, drag and drop a file into the drop zone, or copy and paste the BibTeX content into the text area.
Select the desired output format (RIS).
Click Convert.
Download your new RIS file or copy its content.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the BibTeX to RIS converter work?
The BibTeX to RIS online converter uses the same technology that powers the Owlstown Academic Website Builder. Once your input is parsed, it can be used to populate the publications list in your academic website.
What is BibTeX?
BibTeX is a reference management software and file format used to format bibliographies and citations in academic papers, especially when writing in LaTeX.
What is an RIS file?
An RIS file is a standardized tag-based format developed by Research Information Systems to exchange bibliographic citations between reference managers like Zotero, EndNote, and Mendeley.
Can I convert an entire BibTeX (.bib) file at once?
Yes! You can paste multiple BibTeX entries or upload your .bib file directly. The converter will process all entries in batch.
How do I import the converted RIS file into Zotero or EndNote?
Download the `.ris` file. In Zotero, select File > Import and choose the file. In EndNote, select File > Import > File, choose the file, and set the Import Option to 'Reference Manager (RIS)'.
Is this conversion private and secure?
Yes. The metadata resolution and conversion take place directly within your web browser. None of your citations or search queries are stored or tracked. In cases, when the Owlstown server is used to resolve citations, we cache the data for a few days for performance reasons, but the data is not stored permanently.