Resources

Sci-athon participants have two days to generate an idea and pitch it to our panel of judges. It may feel overwhelming at first – but luckily there are dozens of resources available to help!

Sci-athon specific tips:

Tips and Structure for a Sci-athon Presentation

General tips from around the internet:

The Next Big Idea

Effective Collaboration

Science + Entrepreneurship

Scientific Communication

How to Come Up with a Good Business Idea

Maximize Your Ability to Make Scientific Ideas

Find a Problem, Not a Discovery

Use the Scientific Method to Build a Thriving Startup

Effective Brainstorming For Teams

NIH: Collaboration & Team Science Field Guide

How Scientists Can Fuel Their Entrepreneurial Spirit- Outside or Inside of Academia

13 Steps to Entrepreneurial Success

Chemistry World: How to Become a Science Entrepreneur

12 Ideas Turning Scientists into Startup Founders

How to: Give a Dynamic Scientific Presentation

How to Give a Great Scientific Talk

Pimp Your Science: How to Give an Amazing Scientific Talk

Using Powerpoint to Shine On Stage

19 Ideas for Compelling and Effective Presentations

Tips for Confident and Compelling Presentations

Ideas for a Flawless Pitch