Poster Arrangement and Content Guidelines
Recommended Poster Size
You are responsible for printing your poster and bringing your poster to TS25.
Create a poster that is no larger than 45 inches wide by 45 inches high, using the software of your choice (many people design in Microsoft PowerPoint). Smaller sizing is permissible.
Poster boards will be shared with two posters appearing on EACH side. See the diagram below:
We are planning to have corkboards with a surface area of approximately 45 inches (about 114 centimeters) high and 45 inches (about 114 cm) wide. The lower, left corner of the corkboard will have your Poster ID number. Please do not remove the number ID card.
Materials
ACTS will not collect electronic copies of your poster unless otherwise communicated. Please plan to print and display all materials on-site.
Poster text may be printed directly onto white paper, lightweight, colored poster paper or cardboard. A lightweight paper or fabric background may be used to give text printed on white paper visual appeal and contrast. Do not use heavy board or foam core, as these materials may be difficult to keep in position on the corkboard available; push pins can support only modest weight and thickness. Push pins will be provided.
Printing
We recommend printing your poster ahead of time through the FedEx Office Print Center located at the Washington Hilton and picking it up when you arrive at the meeting. Click here for more information.
FedEx Office Print Center Hours
- Monday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Instructions for the Day of Your Presentation
Please remember that Translational Science 2025 is an in-person event and attendance is required to present your poster.
Presentation Schedule
The Presenting Author is required to set up their poster on their assigned poster board, attend their designated poster session, stand in front of their poster during the reception to discuss their research with attendees, and remove their poster by the removal deadline. This is not a formal presentation at the podium. There is no virtual option to present your poster.
Top 50 scoring posters will be notified in early 2025.
Oral poster presenters must create a PowerPoint presentation with a maximum of two slides. We recommend a title slide and the poster template you will print for the poster presentation. Oral poster presenters must send a copy of their presentation for the platform session to speakers@actscience.org by Monday, March 31. PDF format is preferred. No changes will be accepted after this date.
Top 50 Oral Posters
Top 50 scoring posters will be notified in early 2025.
Oral poster presenters must create a PowerPoint presentation with a maximum of two slides. We recommend creating a title slide and the poster template you will print for the poster presentation. Oral poster presenters must send a copy of their presentation for the platform session to speakers@actscience.org by Monday, March 17. PDF format is preferred. No changes will be accepted after this date.
Poster Number Assignments
All odd numbered posters are scheduled to be presented on Tuesday, April 15 from 5:15 PM - 6:45 PM ET, and even numbered posters are scheduled on Wednesday, April 16 from 4:45 PM - 6:15 PM ET.
Poster Hall Reception assignments coming soon.
Setup and Takedown
At least one hour prior to the time of your poster session, locate the corkboard with your Poster ID label and mount your materials. Designated time prior to the poster session may be available for poster setup. Thumb tacks will be provided.
Remove your materials promptly at the conclusion of your session. Ensure that you clean out your poster area. Any posters left behind will be discarded.
If you are scheduled to present two posters on the same day, we recommend you place a sign on the second poster noting the specific poster number you will stand near in the hall.
Reminder Materials to Bring
• Poster pieces (individual sections or one large poster)
• Duplicate copy of poster (just in case)
• Handouts (if applicable)
• Business cards
Should you have any questions leading up to TS25, please do not hesitate to contact The ACTS Education Team at speakers@actscience.org. We look forward to seeing you in Washington, DC!