Typically, scientific conferences require that presentations, abstracts, and posters be approved prior to the event. This clearly-written book provides practical advice for researchers and academics who prepare abstracts and posters for conference presentations, and who want to ensure that their work will be accepted. Fraser (communications consultant) and Fuller and Hutber (scientific writers and writing skills trainers) cover numerous relevant topics, including: abstract planning, poster design and components, charts and graphs, photographs, editing and proofreading, e-posters, and PowerPoint presentations. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)