|
Trainees are the
future of AMD research, and this symposium is a unique opportunity for them
to showcase their work, receive expert feedback, and connect with leading
scientists and industry professionals. We encourage you to support your
trainees’ participation.
For out-of-town trainees
presenting posters at the symposium, a limited number of travel awards (up to
$750) are available. The funds can be used towards travel and hotel
expenses. To apply for a travel award, register for the conference and submit
a poster by August 31, 2025. Deadlines - August 30, 2025 - Application Due - September 12, 2025 - Winners Announced - September 26, 2025 - Poster Artwork Due |
|
QUESTIONS If you have
questions, please email Ophthalmology_Events@meei.harvard.edu. |
|
The Trainee Poster Session will take place during the Friday evening networking reception October
24, 2025 from 5:30–7:00 PM. This is a chance to explore emerging AMD
research from labs across the country and engage directly with rising
scientists. |
Eligibility To participate, the
presenting author must: - Be a current resident, research fellow, clinical fellow, or medical or graduate student working in the field of AMD. -
Present original, unpublished work (and keep it
unpublished through October 25, 2025). -
Attend the full symposium (October 24–25, 2025). -
Be present at their poster for the entire reception
(5:30–7:00 PM). |
|
Expectations Presenting authors
are expected to: -
Present the same work described in the abstract, with the
same title and content -
Be available throughout the full Friday evening session
(5:30–7:00 PM). -
Disclose any commercial relationships and ensure
presentations are objective, scientifically rigorous, and free from bias (see
more details below). -
Assure that scientific studies utilized or referenced in
their presentation are from sources acceptable to the scientific and medical
community. -
Acknowledge any off-label or unapproved uses of drugs or
devices per FDA guidelines. |
|
Disclosures All presenting
authors must disclose any commercial relationships (from the past 24 months)
or potential conflicts of interest directly on the poster. A commercial
interest is any entity producing, marketing, re-selling, or distributing
healthcare goods or services consumed by or used on patients. If no
relationships exist, state “None.”
-
Name(s) of the company(ies) -
Nature of the relationship(s) |
|
QUESTIONS If you have
questions, please email Ophthalmology_Events@meei.harvard.edu. |
|
For the Trainee
Poster Session, we will be using easels, not traditional poster boards.
Posters must be mounted on firm backing (foam core) and displayed in
landscape format, sized 36 in wide x 24 in tall (91 x 61 cm). We recommend
setting your poster size before you begin designing: PowerPoint users: Go
to the “Design” tab → “Slide Size” → “Custom Slide Size” → Enter 36” (width)
x 24” (height). |
|
Design Guidelines -
Keep content clear and concise (max 600 words). -
Use minimum 28-point font for legibility at 3 feet. -
Use large print and shade or color block letters, when
possible. -
Leave at least 0.5 in (1.27 cm) margins. -
Structure your content using standard headings used in
the abstract (Purpose, Methods, Results, Conclusion). -
Do not include industry logos or product branding. -
Add your email address to help others follow up after the
meeting. |
|
Printing Options We are offering free
poster printing and delivery to the Boston Marriott Cambridge for trainees
who submit their final artwork (PDF format) by Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Alternatively, trainees can choose to print and mount their own posters
(which can can cost $75-$100 per poster). Free Printing Requirements: -
Email your file by Sunday, October 5, 2025 to Ophthalmology_Events@meei.harvard.edu -
On the day of the session, report to the registration
table by 5:20 PM for setup instructions.
Self-Print
Requirements: -
Notify organizers by Sunday, October 5, 2025 at Ophthalmology_Events@meei.harvard.edu -
Final size poster size should be 36 in x 24 in -
Mounted on foam core (easels do not provide backing) On the day of the
session, report to registration by 5:20 PM for setup |
|
QUESTIONS If you have
questions, please email Ophthalmology_Events@meei.harvard.edu. |