Poster Presentation Guidelines

Poster Session Format

All accepted abstracts will be presented as posters.

Presenters should be prepared to:

• deliver a concise 3-5 minute overview of their work,

• discuss their findings with judges and attendees,

• answer scientific questions regarding the project.

Presenters are expected to remain at their posters during the assigned judging session.

Poster Dimensions

Posters must be in landscape orientation.

Maximum dimensions:

• 48 inches (width)

• 36 inches (height)

Posters exceeding these dimensions may not fit the assigned boards.

Recommended Poster Structure

Suggested sections:

• Title & Authors

• Introduction/Background

• Objective/Hypothesis

• Methods

• Results

• Conclusions

• Acknowledgements and/or Funding

• References (optional)

Poster Design Recommendations

Recommended Font Sizes

Design Recommendations

• Prioritize figures over excessive text

• Use high-resolution images

• Maintain visual hierarchy

• Ensure readability from approximately 4–6 feet away

• Avoid overcrowding

• Use consistent formatting throughout the poster

Poster Presentation Evaluation

Poster Evaluation Rubric (100 points)

Poster Judging Criteria

Scientific Content & Rigor (35)

Evaluation of scientific rationale, methodological quality, data interpretation, and scientific accuracy.

Poster Design & Visual Organization (20)

Evaluation of readability, organization, figure quality, visual clarity, and effective communication of data.

Presentation & Scientific Discussion (25)

Evaluation of communication skills, understanding of the project, ability to answer questions, and scientific discussion and critical thinking.

Translational Relevance & Overall Impact (20)

Evaluation of scientific significance, pharmaceutical relevance, innovation, and potential biomedical or translational impact.