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Downloading images from a web site? There are different models:
Follow the copyright/usage policies for the site where you found the image.
Have more copyright questions? Consult the Copyright at UCSF guide. The site assembles a wide range of materials related to the use of copyrighted and public domain materials by individuals and educational institutions. It provides answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding educational use. Or, contact Peggy Tahir, Education and Copyright Librarian.
Images that you decide to use in a presentation, web site, or research paper must be cited according to the expected style (APA, MLA, etc.) Any images obtained from the web or scanned from a print source should be attributed to the owner of the copyrighted work.
The following elements may be required in the citation:
The level of detail required for a published research paper might be different than for a class or conference presentation where just a URL linking to the original source might suffice.