Share Your Research at Spring Conference!

2026 MSRC Poster Presentations 

Set up: April 14 (a.m.)  
Tear down: April 15 (lunch hour) 

Deadline to submit: March 20, 2026

 

Click here to submit a poster proposal  
 

Presentation Format 

Posters Only (Walk Rounds): Authors prepare a poster to be displayed. Authors are required to be present to discuss their work during Walk Rounds with a session moderator.   

Content/Layout 
The following sections are required: 

  1. Title: Concise description of the study; do not include brand or manufacturer names. 

  1. Author(s) 

  1. Background : A statement of the research question or hypothesis and the supporting rationale. 

  1. Methods: Description of the research design in sufficient detail to permit judgment of its validity. Must indicate statistical tests used. For studies involving human subjects, must include a statement that institutional review board (IRB) or ethics committee approval was obtained. 

  1. Results : Summary of research findings with data and statistical analysis. Do not state 'see Table' or 'see Figure'. 

  1. Tables, Figures or Graphs : No more than two per poster. 

  1. Conclusions: Interpretation of the results. 

  1. Disclosures: All authors' relations with industry for the previous 2 years must be disclosed. If there are no disclosures, state none. 
      

Element 

Recommended Size 

Visibility Goal 

Main Title 

72 – 120 pt 

Readable from 15 – 20 ft 

Subheadings 

48 – 72 pt 

Clearly defines sections 

Body text 

24 – 36 pt 

Readable from 3 - 6 ft 

Captions/ References 

18 – 24 pt 

Legible, but unobtrusive 

Line spacing 

1.15 - 1.5  

 

Margins 

1 inch 

 

 
Suggestions: 
 

  • Prioritize Scannability: Eliminate dense paragraphs. Use bullet points, active voice, and plenty of white space, so the "big picture" is accessible within seconds. 

  • Use Declarative Graphics: Ensure every figure is self-explanatory and keep all labels legible from 3 feet away. 

  • Emphasize High-Contrast Design: Stick to a clean, simple layout with dark text on a light background for maximum readability. 

  • Design for Engagement: Don't crowd the board with every detail. Use a QR code to link to your full data or contact info. 

  • Foster Connection: Remember that the poster is just a backdrop for you. Stay open to questions and use this as a chance to network. Engaging with clinicians and fellow researchers is where the most exciting collaborations and "aha!" moments actually happen.