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Make a Lasting Impact: Be a Poster Tour Guide at the SOT Annual Meeting

By Javier Huayta posted 12 days ago

  
A Poster Session during the 2024 SOT Annual Meeting

Co-author: Dakota Robarts 

The SOT Postdoctoral Assembly (PDA) invites you to join us in shaping the future of toxicology by signing up as a guide for the Poster Tours for Trainees program that takes place during the SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo. Sign-Up is open now through January 27, 2025, and we need you—our Full and Associate SOT members—to volunteer!

This 90-minute commitment is an opportunity to mentor the next generation of scientists while diving into some of the most exciting new research in toxicology. As a guide, you'll lead a small group of graduate students and postdoctoral scientists to explore posters in your area of expertise, providing insights, networking opportunities, and career guidance along the way.
 

Why Sign Up?

Year after year, participants praise this event as a highlight of the Annual Meeting. Trainees gain invaluable exposure to the latest science, while guides have the chance to:
  • Share their knowledge and passion for toxicology.
  • Connect with trainee members in a meaningful way.
  • Discuss new ideas and approaches in their field.

What Does Guiding Involve?

  • Choose a time and topic that fits your interests and schedule (Monday through Wednesday).
  • Lead a group of trainees for 1.5 hours to at least three posters.
  • Highlight the significance of each poster and encourage thoughtful discussion.
  • Facilitate introductions with the poster presenter(s) to expand participants’ professional networks.
  • Provide career and research insights that will inspire the next generation of toxicologists.

How to Sign Up

Go to the Online Planner and select “Program,” then “Session and Activity Type > Poster Session” to find the Poster Session topics, days and times, and abstracts that match your expertise and interests.

Once you’ve chosen your preferred times and topics, sign up as a guide here.
 

Why Now?

Your expertise and guidance could be the spark that inspires a trainee to pursue a new research direction or career path. Plus, this is a chance to reflect on your own journey and give back to the community that has supported you.

Join us in Orlando and make a difference—one poster tour at a time. Sign up to be a guide by January 27, 2025, and help make this event memorable for all involved.


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