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What is 3MT?

The Three Minute Thesis (3MT)is an academic competition that challenges doctoral students to present their research in just three minutes using a single visual slide. Developed by the University of Queensland in 2008, the format encourages participants to distil their complex research topics into concise, engaging narratives that are accessible to a general audience.

Key Features of 3MT:

• Time Limit: Each presentation is strictly limited to three minutes, pushing participants to focus on the core aspects of their research.
• Visual Aid: Participants are allowed only one static slide to support their presentation, emphasizing clarity and creativity in their communication.
• Audience Engagement: The format is designed to engage and inform audiences, making it easier for non-experts to understand and appreciate the significance of the research.
• Judging Criteria: Presentations are evaluated based on clarity, engagement, and the ability to communicate the research’s impact.

3MT not only helps students improve their public speaking and presentation skills but also fosters a sense of community among scholars and encourages interdisciplinary dialogue.

When: Friday, 25 October 2024, at 10:00 am (CEST)

Where:
On-site: Audimax, Ágnes-Heller-Haus (Innrain 52a, 6020 Innsbruck)
Virtually via live stream: https://webconference.uibk.ac.at/rooms/pgi-fqb-u9z

We invite you to support fellow international students as they demonstrate what they have learned in the Aurora course “Rising Voices: Emerging Scholars’ Forum”!

Your feedback is important! There will be awards for the top three 3MT presentations selected by an expert jury, along with an audience award.