1. Thomas Jefferson University JCLS
TBA
Thomas Jefferson University JCLS
Information Session
Thursday, February 14th 2019

2. Objectives Learn about the 3MT Historical Background
Understand WHAT the 3MT competition is
Learn about WHY you should get involved with the 3MT competition
Learn HOW to participate in the 3MT competition
Understand the 3MT Timeline and next steps
Ask questions!

3. Competition Overview
Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ). PhD students have three minutes to present a compelling oration on their thesis and its significance. 3MT challenges students to consolidate their ideas and research discoveries so they can be presented concisely to a non-specialist audience.

4. 2008 - 3MT developed by The University of Queensland (UQ)
Competition History
MT developed by The University of Queensland (UQ)
Inaugural Trans-Tasman 3MT held at UQ
Universitas21 held first U21 Virtual 3MT
Inaugural Asia-Pacific 3MT held at UQ
Now: 3MT is held in over 600 universities across more than 65 countries worldwide.

5. International
Competitions

6. What? Thesis Research Presentation 1 Slide 3 Minutes
Amy Tan’s 3MT from Texas A&M – won 1st prize
Snider Desnir’s 3MT from University of Minnesota – won people’s choice
Thesis Research Presentation
1 Slide
3 Minutes
Non-specialist audience
Judging panel

7. What?

8. What? What excites you about your research? What’s the main message?
Why should people care about your research?
What is a metaphor or analogy that can help your audience get your super important research topic?
How does your research aim to solve a problem?
What is the significance/impact of your research?

9. Eligibility
Any PhD student who has passed their qualifying exam but who has not graduated yet (they can have defended)
Any MD/PhD student who has passed their qualifying exams but who has not started their third year of medical school

10. Rules
A single static PowerPoint slide is permitted (no slide transitions, animations or 'movement' of any description, the slide is to be presented from the beginning of the oration). .
Presentations are limited to 3 minutes maximum and competitors exceeding 3 minutes are disqualified.

11. Judging Criteria Comprehension & Content
Did the presentation provide an understanding of the background and significance to the research question being addressed while explaining terminology and avoiding jargon?
Did the presentation clearly describe the impact and/or results of the research, including conclusions and outcomes?
Did the presentation follow a clear and logical sequence?
Was the thesis topic, research significance, results/impact and outcomes communicated in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience?
Did the presenter spend adequate time on each element of their presentation - or did they elaborate for too long on one aspect or was the presentation rushed?

12. Judging Criteria Engagement & Communication
Did the oration make the audience want to know more?
Was the presenter careful not to trivialise or generalise their research?
Did the presenter convey enthusiasm for their research?
Did the presenter capture and maintain their audience's attention?
Did the speaker have sufficient stage presence, eye contact and vocal range; maintain a steady pace, and have a confident stance?
Did the PowerPoint slide enhance the presentation - was it clear, legible, and concise?

13. Why?
Participate in a 3MT prep workshop -- gaining essential presentation skills necessary for ANY situation
These skills are directly transferable to future research presentations, grant applications, networking events, elevator pitch, job interviews, and outreach opportunities.
Being able to communicate your science to a general audience is essential
Add to your resume/CV – prestigious, internationally recognized competition
Receive detailed feedback on your presentations during the preliminary heat
Preliminary heat presentations will be recorded, so you will have a record of your presentation for your personal use to add to your CV, LinkedIn, personal/lab website, YouTube channel, or social media platform
Compete for the top prize$$$$

14. Thank you to the JCLS for providing these prizes!!!
1st Place: $1,000
2nd Place: $500
3rd Place: $250
People’s choice: $250
Thank you to the JCLS for providing these prizes!!!

15. How? Events Series Information Session + Registration Opens
FEB 14 | 1-2pm | JAH M61
3MT Preparation Workshops (1 Required)
Thursday, February 28 | M24 | 4-5:30 pm Monday, March 4 | JAH M61 | 4-5:30pm
Registration Deadline
MAR 15 | 5pm
Preliminary Heats
Monday, March 25 | JAH M61 | 4pm Tuesday March 26 | JAH M61 | 4pm
FINAL Competition (Elite 8)
APR 10 | 4-6pm | Foerderer Auditorium

16. How?
* Required
Event/Deadline
Date
Location
To Do
Information Session + Registration Opens
Thursday, February 14 | 1pm
JAH M61
Fill out registration form:
Prep Workshop (A or B)
A Thursday, February 28 | 4pm
B Monday, March 4 | 4pm
JAH M24
Required to attend one workshop
Registration Deadline
Friday, March 15 | 5pm
Complete registration form + Title, Slide, and 100-word summary to
Preliminary Heat (A and B)
Monday, March 25 | 4pm
Tuesday, March 26 | 4pm
Register for Preliminary heat slot
Come prepared to present in front of a judging panel.
Final Competition
Wednesday, April 10 | 4pm
Foerderer Auditoriu m
Compete or attend and have fun! * * * *
Set up one-on-one writing/prep/practice sessions with Pam Walter in CTL (optional)
Participate in peer practice session – TBA (optional)

17. Attend 3MT prep workshop *
Learn the recipe for the 3MT presentation structure
Learn how to simplify your message using metaphors and jargon-free language
Craft a catchy meaningful title
Learn the elements of a clean, appealing, and supportive PowerPoint
Learn oral and physical presentation techniques that will complement your talk and slide
* Required
Thursday, February 28 | M24 | 4-5:30 pm Monday, March 4 | JAH M61 | 4-5:30pm

18. Start thinking about…
What excites you about your research? What’s the main message?
Why should people care about your research?
What is a metaphor or analogy that can help your audience get your super important research topic?
How does your research aim to solve a problem?
What is the significance/impact of your research?

19. Links and Emails Jefferson 3MT Website: https://bit.ly/2S2rbJt
Registration:
General questions:
Schedule one-on-one appointments with Pam Walter:

20. Questions???
TBA

21. Answers to Questions
The preliminary round will only be you in M61 with a judging panel
You will use the same presentation for the preliminary heat as well as the final heat
You’re allowed to incorporate the feedback from the judges
Eligible candidates have to have passed their qualifying exam by the 3MT final competition (April 10)
There will be a timer and a 10 second warner for the final heat
You will not be disqualified from the preliminary heat if you go over 3 minutes but it might reflect in your overall score