- You
- Your poster
- A handout
All three components should complement, not repeat one another.
You: Prepare a 1-2 minute lightning talk about your research. This should be a unique experience or insight in simple, easy-to-understand language. Also prepare to answer questions about your research.
Poster: The poster should outline your research with interesting commentary about what you learned along the way. It should be a balance of visuals and text.
Handout: Best practices for handouts - 1) The handout should be double-sided. 2) The front side of the paper should include a picture of the poster. 3) The back side of the paper should include a literature review, cited references, further information about the topic, and contact information.
Three questions to ask when designing a poster:
- What is the most important/interesting finding from my research?
- How can I visually share my research? Should I use charts, graphs, photos, images?
- What kind of information can I convey during my lightning talk that will complement my poster?
- How can people find out more about my work?
Best reason to give a poster presentation - Learn to see your research through the lens of others. Ask new questions!