Oral Paper Presentation Guidelines

To ensure consistency, clarity, and professionalism, presenters are requested to adhere to the following detailed guidelines:

1. Presentation Format

• Time Allocation:
• Presentation: 8 minutes
• Q&A Session: 2 minutes
• Total time: 10 minutes per speaker.
• Presentation Software: PowerPoint (PPT or PPTX format)

2. Slide Guidelines

• Number of Slides: Preferably less than 10 slides, including:
• Title Slide
• Content Slides (8 slides)
• Thank You Slide
• Slide Design:
• Keep slides simple and visually appealing
• Avoid overcrowding with text or images
• Font Style and Size:
• Use readable fonts (e.g., Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman).
• Minimum font size: 24 pts for body text and 32 pts for headings.
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Colour Scheme:
• Use high-contrast colours (e.g., dark text on a light background).
• Avoid bright, clashing, or overly decorative backgrounds.
• Bullet Points: Limit each slide to 4-6 bullet points. Avoid complete sentences; use concise keywords or phrases.

3. Content Guidelines

• Title Slide: Include:
• Title of the paper
• Name of the presenter and co-authors (if any)
• Institution or affiliation
• Content Slides: Provide a clear and logical flow of information, covering:
• Background/Introduction
• Objectives or Research Questions
• Methods/Methodology
• Results/Findings
• Discussion/Interpretation
• Conclusion and Recommendations
• References
• Thank You Slide: Include a simple "Thank You" message and contact details (optional).

4. Technical Requirements

• Slides should be compatible with Microsoft PowerPoint 2019 or later versions.
• Use standard fonts to avoid compatibility issues.
• If using multimedia (e.g., videos or animations), test compatibility beforehand and ensure they are embedded into the presentation.
• The presentation file must be submitted on or before 15 January 2024, 11:59 p.m.

5. Delivery Guidelines

• Time Management: Rehearse to stay within the 7-minute time limit.
• Clarity: Speak clearly and confidently. Use a laser pointer or highlight key points if needed.
• Engagement: Address the audience directly and maintain eye contact.

6. General Tips

• Use charts, graphs, or images where relevant to support data and enhance clarity.
• Avoid reading slides verbatim; explain and expand on key points.
• Ensure slides are legible from a distance of 10 meters.
• Familiarize yourself with the presentation equipment in advance.

7. Code of Conduct

• Presenters are expected to maintain a professional tone and demeanor.
• Adhere to the allotted time strictly.
• Time slots will be communicated directly as well as published on the conference website.
• Questions from the audience will be moderated by the session chair.

8. Evaluation Criteria

• Content Quality: Relevance, originality, and depth.
• Clarity: Organization and delivery of the content.
• Visual Appeal: Design and readability of slides.
• Engagement: Interaction during the Q&A session.

If you have any questions or require assistance, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Scientific Committee at abstract@afpikerala.in.

We look forward to your insightful contributions at AFPICON Kerala 2025!