A poster presentation, such as the poster day, is a visual communication tool used to present research findings, project updates, or academic work at conferences, symposiums, or other events. Poster presentations typically involve displaying a large-format poster that summarizes the key aspects of a research study or project. Presenters stand beside their poster to discuss their work with attendees, answering questions and providing additional information.

Good poster presentations are visually appealing, well-organized, and effectively communicate the main points of the research. They often include the following elements:

• Title: Clearly states the topic or theme of the research.

• Authors: Lists the names and affiliations of the researchers involved.

• Introduction: Provides background information and outlines the research objectives or questions.

• Methods: Describes the research design, methodology, and data collection techniques.

• Results: Presents the main findings or outcomes of the study, often using charts, graphs, or tables.

• Discussion: Analyzes the results, interprets their significance, and discusses any implications or future directions.

• Conclusion: Summarizes the key findings and highlights the overall significance of the research.

• References: Lists any sources cited in the poster.

In addition to these content elements, good posters also pay attention to design principles such as layout, typography, colour scheme, and visual hierarchy to ensure readability and engagement.

The students are encouraged to talk to their Research Tutors to help them with the poster (content and visual appearance). You can also look at posters from prior years here.