Tools & templates
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Abstract outline
Question, methods, results, interpretation and references. Keep missing measurements distinct from measured zeroes.
Download plain text (.txt)Research poster
One editable slide with a clear question, methods, a central result, limitations and references. Landscape 24 × 18 inches; check your venue’s size before printing.
Download poster (.pptx)Read the accessible poster outline
8–10 minute presentation
Seven editable slides with timing prompts. Rehearse with your actual figures; time limits vary by event.
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Research plan
Define the question, variables, measurements, controls, analysis, permissions, resources and decision points before collecting data.
Download planning worksheet (.csv)Citation and evidence log
Track the exact claim supported by each source, its version, page or section, access date and limits. A URL alone does not validate a claim.
Download citation log (.csv)Submission checklist
Confirm eligibility, mentor approval, article type, fees, deadlines, authorship, permissions and accessibility.
Download checklist (.txt)Mentor review worksheet
Prepare a supervised review, separate observations from claims, and agree on one useful next step.
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Poster outline
- Title and authorsState the specific question or supported finding. Add only accurate affiliations if your own venue requires them.
- Question and contextExplain the gap and the comparison in two or three sentences.
- MethodsIdentify samples, units, controls, exclusions and the analysis method. Link a full method when appropriate.
- One main resultUse a legible figure with labeled axes, units, sample size and a caption. Separate planned measurements from actual results.
- Interpretation and limitsState what the figure supports, uncertainty and an alternative explanation. Avoid causal claims from descriptive data.
- References and next stepCite the data and central claims. End with a justified next measurement or analysis.
Short-talk outline
- 1. Question — 45 secondsState one question and why it matters.
- 2. Context — 60 secondsShow what is already known and identify the gap.
- 3. Methods — 90 secondsExplain the comparison, sample, measurements and analysis.
- 4. Main result — 120 secondsOrient the audience to one figure, then describe the actual observation.
- 5. Interpretation — 90 secondsSeparate observation from explanation and address uncertainty.
- 6. Limits and next step — 60 secondsName the main constraint and one useful follow-up.
- 7. Conclusion and references — 45 secondsAnswer the question within the evidence; leave citations readable.
Total speaking prompts: 8½ minutes. Reserve questions separately if the event requires them within your slot.
Prepare work to share
Use the contribution packet to describe a project, teaching resource or independent study. Keep credit, sources, permissions and completed review visible.
A verified email or academic address alone does not authorize publication. Submission intake is not open; use these files locally with your own teacher, mentor or group.