SERMACS 2002
Information for Poster and Oral Presenters

Poster Session Presentation

Presentation of a paper in a poster session provides an opportunity for effective one-to-one communication, as well as increased visual display of your material.

A. SESSION STRUCTURE allows each poster paper to be viewed for an extended period, while the author is present to give an oral presentation and answer questions for a scheduled period.

B. SET-UP TIME is allowed for each presentation to be mounted on a 4' x 6' bulletin board before the start of the session. It is advisable to bring thumb tacks or push pins with you, although the ACS will provide a limited supply. All illustrations should be prepared in advance.

C. PROPER ILLUSTRATION is critical to an effective presentation. The use of large lettering (legible at a distance of 3 feet or more) and minimal textual material is recommended. Use of a colored ink in printing and colored paper in framing textual material can be attractive although artistic flair should not be excessive. Illustrations should not be mounted on heavy stock as this makes it difficult to mount them on poster boards.

D. PRESENTATION OF INFORMATION should follow a logical sequence, i.e., introduction, development, conclusion, and include a formal title.

E. COLLECTION OF MATERIALS at the end of the session is the author's responsibility. Please read the instructions very carefully!

SERMACS 2002