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Purpose of a Poster

Purpose of a Poster. Tool to summarize research Know audience More specific if familiar with subject More broad if less familiar with subject Oral presentation aid Displayed only when present Mostly figures Self-explanatory Displayed for extended period of time Figures with more text.

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Purpose of a Poster

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  1. Purpose of a Poster • Tool to summarize research • Know audience • More specific if familiar with subject • More broad if less familiar with subject • Oral presentation aid • Displayed only when present • Mostly figures • Self-explanatory • Displayed for extended period of time • Figures with more text

  2. Poster Guidelines • Meeting may require: • Specific size poster • CHHS printer 56 inches (height) X 42 inches (width) • Abstract in poster • Citation format • Poster mounting criteria

  3. Poster Content • Brief & straightforward • Figures • Text • Small amount • Make clear and concise • Take-home message of data • Abstract/Introduction • Materials & Methods (Schematic) • Conclusions • References

  4. Poster TitleJane Doe and John Doe – Department, University INTRODUCTION To add text, left click on box. Confer with your Instructor about what is required to be on your poster RESULTS “To insert a photo Click on Insert tab and picture” “To insert a graph/chart, you can either copy and paste or click on chart and input your information to create the graph “ CONCLUSION Always read over your poster carefully before having it printed. Mistakes are easy to make. METHODS Font size for headings should be larger than the font size of the information you are providing. REFERENCES References are important, but should be smaller than other sections.

  5. Poster Title • Title • Identify Research Topic • Summarize main conclusion • Not too long • No abbreviations • Authors • Affiliation • Department • Institution

  6. Poster Visual Style • Information Flow • Borders and Spacing • Font (Times New Roman, Helvetica, Arial) • Font Size (able to see 3 feet away) • 28 to 30 point for body • 36 point for headings • 84 point for Title • Project on Screen (size of printed poster) • Colors (text and backgrounds)

  7. Poster Presentation • Elevator Speech • 30 to 60 second overview • 5 minute presentation • Engaging Audience • Line to start conversation with audience • Professional Attire & Etiquette • No chewing gum • Enthusiasm • Know dress code

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