June 3-4-5, 2003
at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory.
Organized by the Graduate Student Association of Fermilab

Poster instructions

Booth Description

For this particular poster session, panels will be assembled in freestanding "Y" configurations, providing three display areas consisting of two panels each or in a "V" shaped booth providing one display area consisting of two panels in each booth. Since no display material can be seen by reviewers if placed below table height, the actual available display area is approximately 4' x 8' wide. To mount your posters onto the board, use only the Velcro dots provided.
DO NOT USE TAPE OR ANY OTHER ADHESIVE MATERIAL.
It is important that this be strictly followed, because the panels are designed for use with Velcro only and can be damaged easily.

Preparation of the Posters

Posters may be prepared in advance by mounting the information being presented onto poster card stock (22"x28") and then affixing these poster boards onto the Velcro display panels. Colored poster card stock is available any time during regular business hours from Suzanne Weber at WH8NW in Wilson Hall.

The general suggestions for preparation of the posters are provided below:

1. Legibility: The poster should be readable from a distance of at least 6'. Suggested sizes include: minimum graph size 10", section heading letters 3/4", and text and figure lettering no less than 3/8".

2. Heading: Fermilab will provide a general heading label for each display area which will include the presenters name.

3. Titles: All Figures and tables should be titled. The sizes, format, and number of the posters (beyond the heading) are left up to the discretion of the presenter.

4. Dimensions: The size of the poster is left to the discretion of the presenter. However, when mounting, remember don't plan to mount anything lower than table height (30" above the floor).

Summary

Please note the following points when designing your poster:
- DO use large, easy-to-read letters.
- DO NOT paste-up typed pages from a paper.
- DO NOT clutter the poster with details.
- DO include clear figures and tables.
- Posters should be understandable - even in the absence of the author(s).