what is a mini-poster
The mini-poster forms a bridge between a free oral presentation
and an abstract.
Mini-posters are intended to provide a comprehensible summary
of research in progress including methods, results and key
messages.
Mini-posters are published in the Conference Book which provides
the main content of the presentation. The Conference Book
will be provided to each delegate before the conference.
Each mini-poster is presented in a very brief summary format
over 3 minutes, followed by 2 minutes for questions.
It is critical for the success of mini-poster sessions that
presenters learn to present only an overview of the novelty
and impact of the research (see students and supervisors responsibilities
below).
The time constraints inherent to the format mean that overheads
cannot be used, and slides should be avoided or used sparingly
(maximum 3 slides allowed). Where possible the presenter should
refer the audience to the appropriate section of the mini-poster.
mini-poster sessions
Mini-poster sessions will be preceded by a presentation by
the session chair, who will present a 10 minute summary of
the current state of the research to be presented in the session,
the key issues for the immediate and medium term future and
prospects for careers in the fields covered.
Mini-poster sessions will run to time and chairs will stop
speakers who exceed their allotted time.
A panel session will be held at the end of each mini-poster
session. Presenters are required to remain for the informal
discussion.
responsibilities of students and supervisors
Students should consult with their supervisor(s) when
writing mini-posters and include their supervisor(s)' name(s),
properly annotated,
among the authors. Students should make opportunities to rehearse
their mini-poster, preferably with their supervisor(s), to
ensure a polished presentation at the conference. Supervisors
should monitor the quailty of mini-posters and mini-poster
presentations.
closing date for mini-posters
Mini-posters must be submitted by 15 September 2000. You
will be sent confirmation of receipt of mini-posters by email.
more information
The following pages give detailed instructions for formatting
and submitting mini-posters to the
conference programming committee for inclusion in the Conference
Mini-poster Book.
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