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Creating a Poster Using Microsoft PowerPoint

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Plan and Write

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Choose Font and Colors

Create Poster Using PowerPoint

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Poster Template
Open and save to your hard drive (PowerPoint, 55KB)


Planning

  • Review and follow the guidelines issues by the meeting or organization that accepted your poster.
  • Focus on one essential concept.
  • Who is your audience? What story are you trying to depict?

Writing

  • Use short sentences and simple words. Avoid using large blocks of text; consider using headings and line breaks.
  • Avoid jargon.
  • Avoid using the first person (I/me/my).
  • Use active voice.
  • Proofread multiple times. And have a trusted colleague review your content prior to production.
  • Suggested Content for a Scientific Poster:

    • Title
    • Author(s)
    • Authors' institutional affiliation(s)
    • Introduction/Abstract - 300 word maximum
    • Methods - 300 word maximum, supplemented with graphics
    • Results – 300 word maximum, supplemented with graphics
    • Conclusion(s) - 300 word maximum
    • Acknowledgements - identify grant or contract support
    • References (optional)

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