Poster Size & Format
- Poster size must be DIN A0.
- Posters must be suitable for standard display boards.
- All poster materials must be pre-printed and prepared in advance.
Required Poster Sections
Each poster should be clearly structured and may include the following sections.
German section titles are acceptable; English equivalents are recommended.
Project Overview
- Introduce the project topic and objective.
- Clearly state the research question or problem.
- Explain the relevance and importance of the project.
Approach / Process
- Describe the overall strategy or workflow of the project.
- Explain how the project was planned and developed.
- Highlight the key steps followed during the project.
Methods and Materials
- Summarize the methods used in the project.
- List the main materials, tools, or technologies.
- Keep explanations concise and supported by visuals where appropriate.
Results & Discussion
- Present the main findings or outcomes of the project.
- Use tables, graphs, or images to support results.
- Briefly explain the significance and meaning of the results.
Conclusion
- Summarize the key conclusions of the project.
- Explain how the results answer the research question.
- Suggest possible applications or directions for future work.
Strictly Prohibited Items
For safety, ethical, and legal reasons, the following items are strictly prohibited in all project displays:
- Microbial cultures or fungi, live or dead
- Live animals or displays involving live animals
- Preserved vertebrate animals, whole or in parts
(Exception: hair or teeth with appropriate documentation) - Photographs showing animals in unnatural or unethical conditions
- Open or concealed flames, matches, or lighters
- Hazardous chemicals, including household chemicals
- Sharp items such as syringes, needles, knives, or blades
- Dry ice or other sublimating solids
- Batteries with open-top cells
- Active lasers
- Human or animal food items
Violation of these rules may result in removal of the display or disqualification.
Poster Design, Electronics & Power Supply
Visibility
- Project titles and section headings must be readable from at least 1 meter (3 feet) away.
Use of Photos
- Include photographs showing important phases of the project where relevant.
Logical Sequence
- Organize the poster content in a clear and easy-to-follow order.
Layout
- Keep the design simple, neat, and not overcrowded.
Pre-Printing
- All materials must be pre-printed to the correct size.
- On-site printing or last-minute preparation is not permitted.
Electronics
- Electronic devices such as tablets, phones, computers, or screens may be used only if they are not distracting.
Electricity Requirement
- If a project requires electricity or power supply, this must be declared by the mentor during registration in advance.
- On-site electrical access is not guaranteed unless requested and approved beforehand.