Poster and oral presentations are a fundamental part of the SACNAS National Conference. Student and postdoc attend presenters receive mentoring
and feedback on their research abstracts and scientific presentations from renowned scientists, peers, and judges. Please see the
Call for Abstracts page for SACNAS’ complete step-by-step
abstract submission guidelines.
SACNAS Presentation & Conference Tutorial Topics
ABSTRACT WRITING RESOURCES
“Writing an Effective Abstract” – SACNAS members Tina Garza, PhD, and Malika
Moutawakkil Bell, MS, highlight the essentials of writing a successful research abstract in SACNAS’ two-part online tutorial:
Additional Abstract Writing Tips, General
Abstract Purpose, Common Problems and Examples
(The Language Center, Asian Institute of Technology)
What is an Abstract? (The Writing
Center, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute)
How to Write an Abstract (GalaxyGoo,
University of California, Irvine)
How to Write an Abstract (Carnegie Mellon
University)
Qualities of a Good Abstract and Steps for Writing
(Literacy Education Online, St. Cloud State University)
Writing Abstracts (University of
Pittsburgh)
Additional Abstract Writing Tips, Discipline-specific Guidelines
Biological Sciences (George Mason
University)
Engineering (Engineering Writing Center, University
of Toronto)
Geosciences (Earth Research Organization)
Mathematics/Computer Sciences (Xerox Corporation)
Physical Sciences (American Institute of Physics)
RESEARCH PRESENTATION RESOURCES
Research Presentations Skills
“Poster Presentations” – SACNAS members Tina Garza, PhD, and
Malika Moutawakkil Bell, MS, outline the keys to powerful research presentations in SACNAS’ three-part online tutorial.
In addition, view the demonstration videos featuring SACNAS student presenters, which offer examples, dos and don'ts, and helpful feedback:
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Elements of a Successful Poster Tutorial
To view video, click on image to the left and you will be directed to the Vimeo page where you will then click play on the bottom
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Supplemental Resource:
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Preparing a Successful Poster Tutorial
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Presenting a Successful Poster Tutorial
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Practice Poster – Paulina Rodriquez
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Practice Poster – Quang Tran
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Practice Poster – An Phan
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Practice Poster – Denise Playdle
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Practice Poster – Michelle Herrick
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Poster Presentations
SACNAS Poster Board Dimensions: 8 ft (wide) x 4 ft (tall). Posters may be smaller, but no larger than this.
Constructing
Your Poster (Lynchberg College)
Effective
Scientific Posters (North Carolina State University)
How to Make a Great
Poster (American Society of Plant Biologists)
How to Prepare
a Poster (Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics)
Writing
and Presenting Posters (The American Physiological Society)
Oral Presentations
Communication Skills: Making Oral Presentations
(University of Newcastle upon Tyne)
Dazzle
'em with Style: The Art of Oral Scientific Presentation (The Ohio State University)
Oral Presentations Guide
(Eastern Kentucky University)
SACNAS Research Presentation Examples
See photographs of student poster presentations at the
previous SACNAS National Conferences.
SACNAS CONFERENCE ORIENTATION
Helpful Reminders for Travel Scholarship Recipients & Student Presenters
Travel Rule #1: Bring valid, current photo identification; you'll need it for check in at the airport
and hotel.
Travel Rule #2: Print out & bring your travel, hotel, and ground transportation itineraries &
phone numbers.
Ground Transportation: See the Travel & Lodging page for
details on ground transportation, local maps, attractions, and other travel & hotel information.
Conference Registration Check-in: All conference registrants need to check in at the SACNAS Registration
Desk onsite. At registration check in, you will receive your badge (required for all activities & meals), conference program,
and other necessary materials. Students are strongly encouraged to check in Wednesday night to avoid the long lines on Thursday.
Student Asset Survey undergraduate & graduate students: SACNAS requests that all travel scholarship
recipients and student research presenters complete the short student asset survey
(before attending the conference) to improve SACNAS programs and services. Thank you!
Research Presenters: Bring both a printed version of your presentation & a backup electronic copy
(e.g., on a USB drive).
Additional Conference Participation Resources & Tips
McNair Scholars Program – Files for Download (University
of Wyoming) PowerPoint and Word files including training materials, how to successfully attend a student conference, poster
presentation templates, and more.
Conferences Are Not Just for Faculty Members
Science Careers online article by SACNAS mentor Carlos Castillo-Chavez, PhD.
What to Expect at a Meeting (The American
Physiological Society) Covers topics such as attendance, session etiquette, dress, expenses, science and social functions.
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