Poster Design
Translate the core message of your research project into a clear and attractive poster!
Stand out with your scientific poster
Are you giving a presentation on a conference event, or for stakeholders, schools or colleagues? Do you want to grab the attention of your audience? In this workshop, you will learn what a good (scientific) poster looks like, how to interact with your audience, and: you will start working on your own poster right away!
What to expect
During the physical workshop, our coach Toon Verlinden (The Floor is Yours) teaches you all secrets of an impactful poster. How can you grab the attention of your audience from the first look and keep them hooked till the end? How can you make your key message stand out?You will also start working on your own poster to translate your story into a clear and attractive poster. what to put on a poster (and mainly: what not to)? How do you come up with a title that immediately grabs people’s attention? What are the best images to use? How many words can you include on your poster?
But you’re not on your own in the process: you can find some inspiring examples, important take-away messages and a practical guide in the online learning.
Meet your coach!
Toon Verlinden is a biochemical engineer, international presentation coach, and expert in science communication. He co-founded The Floor is Yours and has trained thousands of researchers in how to craft strong scientific posters and deliver impactful presentations. Toon is also the author of Stand Out with your Scientific Poster, a science writer, and the driving force behind the Nerdland Festival.
What’s in it for you?
Learn to tell your story visually Discover the story that is hidden in your research and use it for your poster presentations and beyond. Discover ways to start a conversation with your poster, not just convey information.Create impact with your poster Discover a step-by-step practical guide to make a poster that makes you stand out from the crowd at your next poster fair.
Prepare for your future Whether it is as an academic, freelancer, or in a private company: presentation skills can be useful in many professional contexts.
I’m Daniëlle, Project Manager of the SciComm Academy. Whether you’re just curious or ready to take the next step, feel free to reach out with questions or to learn more about how we can support your science communication journey.
