Designing Effective Tables, Figures, and Posters: Basic Graphic Design for Scientists (Academic Writing Course)

Researchers present visual data to make concepts and information easier for their audiences to grasp, but few researchers are taught basic principles of graphic design. This course will quickly familiarize you with best practices in the aesthetics of data presentation, including the use of color, images, animations, and other tips and tricks for making sure that your images get your message across without distracting or confusing your reader. Participants will analyze images of tables, figures and slides, identify their strengths and weaknesses, and learn techniques to improve them. The course is designed for researchers or clinicians who want to more effectively use images and tables to support their text.

Target audience: Students and researchers in the broader field of medicine and science

Tutor: Sampoorna Rappaz, PhD (sampoorna.rappaz@unibe.ch)

Course information: ILIAS Direct course registration for UniBE members: ILIAS Course registration for external clients (see fees): https://tinyurl.com/Registration-Externals

The Medical Library offers a wide range of support, workshops and courses on systematic literature searches, evidence synthesis and academic writing: unibe.ch/ub/medresearch