Speaker Guidelines
Speaker Guidelines
Everything you need to present at GSCA 2026
π€ Presentation Formats
Keynote / Plenary
40 mins + 15 mins Q&A
Oral Sessions
20 mins + 5 mins Q&A
Workshops / Panels
45β60 mins, interactive
Posters
A0 portrait (36βΓ48β), PDF required
π Submission Deadlines
- Final Presentation Slides β Aug 25, 2026
- Poster PDFs β Aug 30, 2026
π» Technical Guidelines
- PPT/PPTX or PDF; 16:9 slides
- Embed videos; avoid online links
- Use Arial/Calibri/Times; max 1080p video
- File name: Session_Lastname_Title
π In-Person Speakers
- Arrive 30 mins early; check in with AV
- Bring USB backup; slide preview desk available
- Clicker & timer provided; meet session chair 10 mins prior
π Virtual Speakers
- Join Zoom 15 mins early for tech check
- Stable internet β₯ 5 Mbps; headset mic
- Quiet, well-lit space; camera eye-level
- Live stream + recording enabled
π Poster Presenters
- Mount by 9:00 AM; pins provided
- Stand by poster during assigned session
- Upload PDF for virtual gallery
π― Best Practices
Timing
Rehearse and finish on time.
Design
Large fonts, minimal text, visuals.
Engagement
Invite questions and discussion.
π© Contact
Questions? Email info@gsca.researchriser.org
