Alan DaughertyUniversity of Kentucky

alan.daugherty@uky.edu

American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association

Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology Counciland Vascular Biology Council

Membership RenewalMembership Renewal

Council PreferenceCouncil Preference

ATVBATVBEarly Career CommitteeEarly Career Committee

Muredach ReillyChair

Kathryn MooreVice Chair

Unknown Science

Famous Science

Gateway to Scientific Networking

What is the Purpose of a Poster Presentation?

1. Communicate the science.

2. Obtain feedback.

3. Advertise the presenters knowledge

and talent.

4. Promote networking.

What Makes an Excellent Poster Presentation?

Opinions differ!

http://www.ncsu.edu/project/posters/NewSite/

http://www.swarthmore.edu/NatSci/cpurrin1/posteradvice.htm

http://www.bio.miami.edu/ktosney/file/PosterHome.html

http://www.the-aps.org/careers/careers1/GradProf/gposter.htm

Genetic Deletion of Protein xDecreases Vascular Disease

A.N. Author, Highly Esteemed University, Center of the Universe, A Country LOGO

Introduction Protein is expressed Deficiency of X inhibits a response Summary

Design Mice deficiency in X have high blood pressure

Cellular effects of X deficiency Conclusion

Common Problems ofPoster Design

1. Too much information - – everything

should be readable from 4 feet.

2. Erratic organization

3. Not a clear delivery of the take home

point.

The Initial Contact

1. Make sure your name tag is visible.

2. Introduce yourself to a person who

looks at your poster.

3. For Early Career Investigators, give

your stage of career

Demeanor

Presenting Your PosterTell a Story!!

1. The aim of the study

2. The sequence of how I performed

experiments to address the aim.

3. I conclude….

How Long Should I Present My Poster?

2- 3 minutes

Be prepared to respond to questions, but get back on track