Creating Successful Research Posters
For researchers in the natural sciences who would like to learn how to create and present an effective research poster
5 experts in science communication and research poster design and presentation
4.5 hours of learning
10–35-minute lessons
1-module course with certificate
About this course
In today’s fast-paced world of research, effective communication is key. An engaging research poster is a great way to visually share your findings concisely and broaden your professional network with other researchers. Learn how to craft great engaging research posters and prepare a handout and conversation that will captivate your audience. Whether you’re a student presenting your first poster at a conference or an early career researcher seeking feedback and collaborations, this course will provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence and improve your chances of success.
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What you’ll learn
- Set communication goals for your poster presentations
- Identify your audience and select your key message and supporting material
- Select the visual elements and supporting text for your poster
- Design a poster that will communicate your key message effectively
- Use your poster to spark great conversations about your research.
The course
Free Sample
Creating Successful Research Posters - section
11 Lessons 4h 30m
Developed with experts in poster design and presentation
The course was developed and refined by an international panel of academics, science artists and poster design and presentation experts.
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Advice from experienced science communicators
The course contains additional insights from other research posters and science communication experts
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