Poster Templates
Compiled by Tyler Toth, Alex Triassi
Updated by Chiara Ricci-Tam
Support by Prerna Bhargava, Kyle McLean, Josh Peters, Divya Ramamoorthy, George Sun
Last Updated: 11 April 2023
What’s in this repository
This repository provides multiple templates for a scientific poster. The templates are made available in different formats - Microsoft PowerPoint (.ppt) and Adobe Illustrator (.ai) - and in horiztonal, vertical, or square orientations.
The files within this repository can be downloaded using the green “clone or download” button above.
This repository contains:
- PowerPoint Templates
- Illustrator Templates
- Annotated example of best practices
- A guide on using the Master Slide in Microsoft PowerPoint
Template Style 2 in use (annotated with best practices)
Other useful resources
Opening Illustrator files without Illustrator
Alternative programs can open and edit Illustrator files
- Inkscape FREE
- Affinity Designer (Mac only) $50
- Adobe Reader can sometimes view .ai files without editing capabilities
Guides for getting started with Illustrator
- Adobe-produced tutorials
- Another useful tutorial / activity
- Youtube playlist tutorial - Adobe Illustrator for scientists
- BE Comm Lab blog post: Introduction to Illustrator and Helpful Resources
More Resources
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