Poster Presentations A guide to producing scientific posters
Why Posters? Widely used at Scientific conferences More individual Discuss results in depth Vary discussion with individuals Less formal than oral presentations
Key Features Attract attention to your work Give brief overview of research With sufficient detail to initiate discussion
Looks something like this
Layout and Format Use A0 paper for your background Title in top centre in large font (~72 pt) Arrange information in columns Top left to bottom right Well spaced out eg A4 sheets on an A0 background
Content Brief title: indicate content State aims of research Give brief overview of method & results Use graphs & diagrams Summarise findings Include references & acknowledgements Keep sections brief
Readability Organise in columns Use large, easily read font: 24 point minimum Keep layout simple and clear Be sparing in use of colour & styles maximum of four colours & two fonts Try using PowerPoint to create pages Default fonts are of a suitable size.
Presentation Stand just to one side Give visitors time & space Have a handout to give out 1 page summary with key references Show interest and enthusiasm when approached
The End Produced by Geoff Walker School of Science and Technology University of Teesside