Participate in MIT’s 2nd Annual Research Slam! : MIT Communication Lab

Looking to build your research communication skills?

Excited to compete for hundreds of dollars in prizes?

Participate in MIT’s 2nd Annual Research Slam and Three Minute Thesis (3MT^TM) competition!

Spread the word to friends and labmates!

Perks of participating

Hundreds of dollars in prizes! Winner gets $600. Runner-up gets $300. Audience-choice award of $300
We have workshops to hone your science communication skills
A platform to showcase your research to the entire MIT community and the broader public
Add a video description of research to your portfolio
Winners of the 3MT^TM category are eligible to progress to regional and other higher level 3MT^TM competitions

Key Dates

Workshop 1: Creating a Compelling Three-Minute Talk: February 15, 2022
Workshop 2: How to Present Your Three-Minute Talk Effectively: March 2, 2022
Video submission deadline: March 15, 2022
Public Showcase: April 11, 2022

Learn more here!

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