Event Durham

Physics of Life Summer School

Participant Flash Talk and Poster Session – Abstract Submission

• Description:
  All registered participants are asked to submit a short abstract (maximum 200 words) within two weeks of registering for the Physics of Life Summer School. Please indicate your preferred presentation format (Flash Talk or Poster).

  These presentations will be part of the Day 1 networking session and are a great opportunity to share your research interests, current work, and potential areas for collaboration.

  Submissions may include one image or figure and should be uploaded in one of the following formats: PDF, PowerPoint (PPT), Excel, or Word (DOCX).

  For more details about the event, please visit: https://www.physicsoflife.org.uk/summer-school-2025.html

  Please note: You must complete your registration before submitting an abstract.

   

  Abstract Submission & Presentation Guidelines

  To help us plan the programme effectively, we ask that all registrants submit their abstracts within two weeks of registration.

   

  Presentation Expectations

  All attendees are expected to actively contribute to the networking activities on Day 1 by presenting either a Flash Talk (with up to two slides) or a Poster. These sessions provide an excellent opportunity for participants, speakers, and visiting academics to learn about the diverse expertise and interests within the group, identify potential collaborators, and inspire discussion throughout the summer school.

  If you have any concerns or queries regarding this expectation, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Karis Baker at karis.baker@york.ac.uk.

   

  Presentations can focus on any aspect of your current research, including areas of interest, ongoing work, or preliminary results.

   

  Flash Talks

  • Duration: 4 minutes per speaker
  • Slides: Maximum of 2 slides
  • Content: Briefly introduce your research, interests, or questions you’re exploring.

   

  Poster Session

  Participants are welcome to bring existing posters.

  • Maximum size: A0 (118.9 x 84.1 cm / 46.8 x 33.1 inches), in portrait or landscape orientation.

   

  For New Starters or Those Unsure What to Present:

   

  If you are early in your research or uncertain about what to include, the following elements may be useful:

  • A brief abstract (100–200 words) outlining your research interests or topic
  • Key research questions or problems you’d like to explore, with reference to existing literature
  • Your reasons for attending the summer school
  • Your future research direction, goals, or the potential impact of your work

   

  Abstract Submission Details

  To submit your abstract, please complete the "Submit Your Abstract" form.

  • Indicate your preferred presentation format: Flash Talk, Poster, or Either
  • Abstracts should be no more than 200 words
  • You may include one image or figure
  • References (if included) should be numbered [1] in the text and listed at the end in order of appearance
  • Accepted file formats: PDF, PowerPoint (PPT), Excel, or Word Document (DOCX)