Transcript Chromatographic Studies of Biomolecular Interactions

GIVING A SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATION
David S. Hage
Chemistry Department
University of Nebraska
Seminar Outline
• The Introduction – “Tell the audience what
you are going to tell them”
• The Main Body of the Presentation – “Tell
them”
• The Conclusion – “Tell them what you told
them”
KEY QUESTIONS TO ASK
WHEN PREPARING
• What is the purpose of the seminar?
• Who is your audience?
• How much time do you have for your presentation?
• What materials should you use?
What is the Purpose of Your Seminar?
• To Present Your Research?
• To Review a Topic?
• To Begin a Discussion?
*Use the purpose of the seminar guide
you in preparing for your talk*
Who is Your Audience?
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Students?
Faculty?
Scientists in Your Field?
Scientists in a Different Field?
A General Audience?
*Choose materials and a level of discussion
that is appropriate for your audience*
How Much Time Do You Have For Your
Presentation?
• How much material can be covered?
• How much time must be used for an Intro.?
• How much time must be left for questions?
*Always stay within your allotted time*
What Materials Should You Use?
• 35 mm Slides
Overhead Transparencies
• PowerPoint Slides Videotapes
• Web Resources
Chalkboard/Wipe Board
*Choose a medium that fits with your time
slot, audience and subject matter*
General Rules for a Successful Seminar
• Know your subject
• Be organized
• Check the pronunciation & meaning of
unfamiliar words
• Practice, practice, practice…
*The better prepared, organized, and rehearsed you
are, the easier it will be to give your presentation*
Preparation of Seminar Materials
• Use an Easy-to-See Size (NOT a Small One)
• Use Clear, Contrasting Colors (NOT Loud
or Similar Colors)
• Avoid Clutter or Too Much Material/Slide
• Check for Errors in Your Slydes
• Always Acknowledge Outside Sources
SUMMARY
• This is the last thought that you leave with your
audience, so make it good.
• Use short statements to summarize the main points of
your talk.
• Keep your points pertinent to your presentation,
rather than using this a chance to add in new points.
*Leave the audience with a positive impression*
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
• For a research presentation, mention those who
contributed to the work discussed in your presentation.
• For a research presentation, list all sources of pertinent
funding.
• Thank the audience for taking part in your presentation.
THE QUESTION & ANSWER PERIOD
• Allow time for questions at the end of the seminar.
• Be familiar with your material so that you can answer
the questions.
• Treat all members of the audience who ask questions
with respect (even if they don’t do the same).
• Some questions may involve speculation.
If they do,
state before you answer that this is what your doing.