Useful information for authors and trainers

Oral presentation:

  • Each paper presentation will be allocated 15 minutes.
    • 13 minutes for the presentation.
    • 2 minutes for questions and answers.
  • The use of a presentation is recommended and should be submitted in advance to the Organising Committee, comprising 12 to 15 slides (approximately one slide per minute, in addition to the title slide).
  • All presentations must include a title slide containing:
    • The title of the paper.
    • The names of all authors and their respective institutional affiliations (according to the template).
  • Formats and software:
    • Presentations must be in Portuguese or English.
    • Projection of PowerPoint presentations and display of PDF files will be supported.
    • No other software should be used.
  • Design and readability recommendations:
    • PowerPoint slides should clarify ideas, emphasise key points, and provide visual support for the presentation (avoiding excessive text).
    • Slides should be readable from the back of the room. A font size of 24 pt or larger is recommended, avoiding narrow or condensed typefaces (preferably Helvetica or similar). Attention should be paid to the amount of text on each slide.
    • Use keywords and short phrases, avoiding full sentences whenever possible.
    • Make use of images, charts, and figures to maintain audience engagement.
    • Recommended contrast: dark text on a light background or light text on a dark background (with sufficient contrast).
  • General presentation considerations:
    • Rehearse in advance.
    • Adhere strictly to the allocated time.
    • Avoid repeating the title and the names of co-authors at the beginning of the presentation.
    • Speak clearly, maintain eye contact with the audience, use the microphone, and keep an appropriate pace.
    • If available, use a laser pointer only when necessary (particularly when referring to figures or charts).

Poster:

  • Posters will be displayed on site in printed format.
  • Authors are responsible for submitting their printed A1 poster to the Organising Committee.

  • The designated author must be available to answer questions during the breaks.

  • There will be no formal poster presentation.

Workshop:

  • Each workshop will last 90 minutes and will be held twice in the same room (for different groups).

  • Workshop facilitators must complete the section of the form relating to the materials required. The availability of the requested materials will be confirmed by the Organising Committee as soon as possible, and facilitators will be informed in due course.

  • The Organizing Committee intends to set a maximum of 15 participants per session.