Week 7: Posters

The scientific poster is a critical means of science communication. In this week we will discuss how to build an effective poster. We will also do a few other in-class activities deriving from last week.

Lecture Topics

  • Introducing the science poster
    • Basic ingredients of an effective poster
    • Design elements
    • Printing
    • Specific tips

Resources

Better posters: a Video

Better poster templates

In-class Activities

  • 3 MT feedback
  • Introduction to poster assignment

Lecture slides

Slides available via speakerdeck