Poster presentations are intended not only to share information about your research but also to draw viewers into a conversation. Too often though, presenters don’t think strategically about their posters. They focus too intently on what should go on the poster before they have a clear sense of their objective and audience. Listed here are some tools to help you create a poster that communicates your message in a visually interesting format, generates enthusiasm about your work, and helps you get the most out of your next poster session.

Developing Effective Poster Presentations was published in the newsletter of the Gerontological Society of America in 2005.

Creating A Message-Driven Poster provides additional tips on how to use a clear, concise message to structure your poster.