Part 1: Using design principles to present science. Scientists as designers ; Design goals for different presentation formats -- Part 2: Visual elements in science presentations. Color ; Typography ; Words ; Table s; Graphs ; Diagrams ; Photographs -- Part 3: Expressing scientific ideas in written presentations. REsearch articles ; Review articles ; Research proposals -- Part 4: Designing slide presentations. The use of slides in oral presentations ; The structure of a slide presentation ; Visual elements in slide presentations ; Slide layout ; Slide animations and transitions ; Delivering a slide presentation ; Using technology to present like a professional ; Considerations for different categories of slide presentations -- Part 5: Designing oral presentations without slides. Presenting without slides ; Considerations for different categories of oral presentations without slides -- Part 6: Designing poster presentations. The composition of a scientific poster ; The visual design and layout of a poster ; Presenting at a poster session -- Appendix 1: Recommendations for further readings -- Appendix 2: Using illustration and presentation software -- Appendix 3: Thoughts on how to design a presentation from scratch

"Features clear headings for each section, indicating its message with graphic illustrations Provides clear and concise explanations of design principles traditionally taught in design or visualization courses Includes examples of high-quality figures, page layouts, slides, posters and webpages to aid readers in creating their own presentations Includes numerous "before and after" examples to illustrate the contrast between poor and outstanding presentations"-- Provided by publisher.