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Introduction

°Õ³ó±ð  is an internationally recognized research communication competition that challenges Ph.D. students to present a compelling oration on their research project and its significance in just 180 seconds, in language accessible to a non-specialist audience.  ¶¶Òõ̽̽’s first 3MT is a celebration of the discoveries made by our Ph.D. students and will allow the broader community to learn about ongoing research at ¶¶Òõ̽̽. The competition assists Ph.D. students with fostering effective presentation and research communication skills: it asks Ph.D. researchers to consolidate their ideas, crystallize their research discoveries, and capture the imagination of their audience. Competitors will be judged on comprehension, content, engagement, and communication.

History

Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) was developed by The University of Queensland in 2008 and is now held in more than 900 universities in 85 countries around the world.

Eligibility

All ¶¶Òõ̽̽ Ph.D. students who have passed their candidacy examination by the date of the competition are eligible to participate in the 3MT competition. 

Rules

Present research in non-technical language to a general audience with only one static visual slide to accompany the speech.

The calendar and a link to register for the competition and submit your presentation slide will be posted here in fall 2024.

Hosted by the Graduate College as part of ¶¶Òõ̽̽ Research Week.

Prizes

All contestants gain invaluable experience.

1st prize:  $750
2nd prize:  $500
People’s Choice Award: $250