PubMed (*.nbib) to RIS Converter
Convert PubMed / MEDLINE (*.nbib) into RIS (Research Information Systems) citations in seconds. Free, accurate, and runs directly in your browser.
Why convert PubMed (*.nbib) to RIS?
Exporting citations from PubMed as .nbib files can be tricky to import into some reference managers. Converting PubMed .nbib files to universal RIS format ensures full compatibility across all reference tools.
How to convert PubMed / MEDLINE (*.nbib) to RIS (Research Information Systems)
Click the Select PubMed (*.nbib) file button, drag and drop a file into the drop zone, or copy and paste the PubMed (*.nbib) 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 PubMed (*.nbib) to RIS converter work?
The PubMed (*.nbib) 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 PubMed / MEDLINE format?
PubMed (MEDLINE) format is a tagged plain-text format (.nbib) used by the National Library of Medicine to store and share biomedical literature citations.
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.
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.