Results for: A slam dunk for knowledge translation at UCalgary

The 2024 Postdoc Research Slam Finalists Adrian Shellard, for the University of Calgary There are over 500 postdoctoral scholars at UCalgary bringing their expertise and ingenuity to advance research to improve the world. The fifth annual Postdoc Research Slam is an exciting opportunity for UCalgary postdocs to distill their research projects into a three-minute plain-language presentation. After receiving over 50 plain-language abstract submissions to participate in the slam, 12 finalists were selected from across six faculties to present their research. "The Postdoc Research Slam is a testament to the truly remarkable breadth of research conducted by our postdoctoral community," says Dr. Katrina Milaney, BA'92, MEd'07, PhD'14, postdoctoral program director and associate vice-president (research). "It's inspiring to witness the impact and scope of our scholars' research endeavours that contribute to shaping our understanding of the world." The slam is modelled after the Three-Minute Thesis competition , where finalists are evaluated on their communication style, and the comprehension and engagement of their presentation. Katrina Milaney welcomes guests at the 2024 Postdoc Research Slam. People's Choice winner Dr. Ana Watson, PhD'22 , had never participated in a pitch-style competition before, believing them to not be a fit for a social researcher with a multicultural background.