Talk Details for All Speakers

For speaker presentations, you must use the podium computer. You will be required to pre-load your presentation on the podium computer prior to the session in which you are scheduled to give your presentation.

Presentation Specifications:

  • All laptops will run Microsoft Windows 10 and include PowerPoint and Adobe.  Powerpoint is the preferred presentation format.
    • Apple Keynote and Google Slides are not supported, so please download in PPTX format
    • PowerPoint 365 includes a subtitle generation feature improving accessibility of presentations and recordings for those hard of hearing
  • If video will be a part of your presentation, it is highly recommended for it to be inserted using the “Video on my PC” option within PowerPoint
    • Save/include the video file included in the same folder as your presentation
    • It is not recommended to use the “Online Video” option
    • Presentation times will not be extended for troubleshooting technical difficulties for videos that do not load
  • Custom/non-standard Windows fonts are not recommended or supported, if utilized ensure that the font(s) are fully embedded within your presentation file
  • Slide size should be set to “Widescreen (16:9)” within PowerPoint (this is the default)
  • Projector Information: 16:9 Aspect Ratio/1920x1080 resolution. Screen size will vary depending upon the room.

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Lightening Talk Details

Each presenter will be given 3 minutes (timed) to present their material before the slide advances to the next speaker. Present your poster in a lighting style format using the Ignite talks presentation style or using a single PPTX slide or PDF. Practice your talk to ensure timing.

Tips for Lightening Talks:

  • Short and Concise: Like an elevator pitch for research, a lightning talk delivers key messages in a very brief timeframe, usually 3 minutes. 
  • Focused: The presenter selects 2-3 critical points to convey their idea or research story.
  • Visual: Presenters often use a limited number of slides (1-3 slides is common) to support their talk and keep it dynamic. 
  • Engaging: The format is designed to capture attention and spark curiosity, encouraging future conversations and collaborations. 
  • Refer to poster number to continue discussion at poster session

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