How to give a good talk

Mol Cell. 2009 Oct 23;36(2):165-7. doi: 10.1016/j.molcel.2009.10.007.

Abstract

We depend on talks to communicate our work, and we spend much of our time as audience members in talks. However, few scientists are taught the well-established principles of giving good talks. Here, I describe how to prepare, present, and answer questions in a scientific talk. We will see how a talk prepared with a single premise and delivered with good eye contact is clear and enjoyable.

MeSH terms

  • Communication*
  • Congresses as Topic
  • Speech*