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Research Poster Design

This workshop is for students, researchers, and professionals who want to effectively condense and communicate their findings into a poster format.

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October 9, 2024, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Gershwind & Bennett Family Collaborative Classroom, Holman Biotech Commons
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Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
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Hosted by: Holman Biotech Commons

Conference posters displayed on easels

Making a poster can be daunting, especially when you have so much information to communicate. This workshop is for students, researchers, and professionals who want to effectively condense and communicate their findings into a poster format. You will learn how to communicate your research into clear, engaging posters with visuals that captivate your audience and convey your research with impact during this workshop.

What You'll Learn:

  • How to condense your work
  • How to create a Poster Outline
  • How to resize your file so it can be printed
  • How to use visuals vs. text to explain research
  • Image Resolution
  • Design Tips
  • Microsoft PowerPoint tips

& more!

What to Bring:

  • Laptop with Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Your research data and content for the poster
  • Notebook and pen for brainstorming and notes

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