Communicating Research Janet Salmons Communicating Research Janet Salmons

Why Write About Writing?

Writing often occurs in isolation, so it can be challenging for novice academics to learn about what goes on behind the scenes. Additionally, mentors such as faculty often have their struggles with writing and may not want to be public about this. Even the most productive author may go through times where little writing gets produced as they strive to balance personal life with academic demands.

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4 Steps to Designing an Award-Winning Poster

A good academic conference poster serves a dual purpose: it is both an effective networking tool and a means by which to articulately communicate your research. But many academics fail to produce a truly visually arresting conference poster and so opportunities to garner interest and make connections are lost. Tullio Rossi offers guidance on how to produce an outstanding conference poster, considering the scripting, concept, design, and logistics.

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