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The poster advice is good but basic. In fact, the author summarizes it all in one table, which I excerpt here.
Typography
- Use a typeface such as Arial that is thick enough to read
- Boldface the title and headings
- Use type sizes of 18 points or higher (14 points okay for references and footnotes)
- Avoid blocks of all capital letters
Layout
- Arrange sections such that the order of what to read is clear
- Be generous with white space
- Keep lists to two, three, or four items
- Keep text blocks to just a few lines
Style
- Include an orienting image near the title or in the background
- Opt for vertical lists rather than long paragraphs
- Where possible, opt for graphical presentations rather than lists or paragraphs
- Accept the fact that a poster cannot present as much detail as a journal article can
References
Alley M. 2003. The Craft of Scientific Presentations: Critical Steps to Succeed and Critical Errors to Avoid. Springer-Verlag: New York. Amazon
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