Center for Nursing Science Programming
Dissemination Resources, Classes, and Services
A variety of classes, resources, and services are offered from the Center for Nursing Science by request and according to the Annual Nursing Science and Professional Governance Conference schedule. Currently, appointments can be made either in-person or virtually. If you are interested in one of the sessions, please email hs-nursescience@ucdavis.edu or click to book an appointment or request a service. See below for details about abstract writing, poster and oral presentation development and literature search offerings.
Interested in submitting a poster or podium presentation at a professional meeting?
Assistance is available for you in which Center for Nursing Science staff and/or EBP & Research Council members offer guidance and real-time editing support for abstract development. Writers of all levels of experience are welcome. Objectives include:
- Identify key components of a successful abstract
- Describe three common pitfalls in abstract writing
- Demonstrate use of existing resources
Click the link below to book an appointment or request abstract writing assistance.
Resources: Presentation on Abstract Writing (Staff Only) | Information on Professional Organization Conferences and Abstract Submissions
Are you presenting a poster at a professional meeting? Assistance is available for you in which Center for Nursing Science staff and/or EBP & Research Council members offer guidance and real-time editing support for poster development. Topics include:
- Learn to develop a visually appealing and informative poster presentation
- Identify approaches to display information in a clear and concise manner
- Find helpful tools and resources
UC Davis Health Poster Templates
Poster Printing for Patient Care Services
- Poster printing is available via Canterbury Media Services, Inc. This service does NOT include editing nor review for quality, content, format, or accuracy. Please be sure to proofread and review prior to submission.
- On the Canterbury website, you may choose from different options such as poster size and material (cloth, laminated paper, etc).
- Confirm with your manager prior to submission. Once submitted, approval for printing is completed before the order is processed. Next day shipping must be pre-approved by the Center for Nursing Science.
Individuals outside of Patient Care Services should arrange for printing via https://www.posterpresentations.com/ or through the UC Davis Repro Graphics site AggiePrint
Disseminate your work in an oral presentation – whether it is a traditional PowerPoint or you want to spice it up with a Prezi or a fast-paced Ignite! session, we have resources aimed to help you. Topics include:
- Discover formats to present information
- Learn tips for success in formatting and designing your visual aids to inform your oral presentation
- Find helpful tools and resources
Click the link below to book an appointment or request oral presentation assistance.
UC Davis Health Powerpoint Templates
- UC Davis Health Graphic Standards General Templates
- UC Davis Health EBP Initiative Powerpoint Template
Learn how to access evidence/literature. The Center for Nursing Science and Librarian staff are available individually or together to provide brief instruction and hands-on assistance to help you find the answers to your clinical questions, develop a good search strategy, and identify next steps in getting the evidence into your practice.
Contact bmlref@ucdavis.edu and/or hs-nursescience@ucdavis.edu for questions or to schedule appointments.