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• • 3MT Drafting/Writing
  • 3MT Slide
  • 3MT Presentation
• 3MT Recording*
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  • Lighting: Watch for more information

*Please note that ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is recommending that all videos be recorded on Zoom

• • 3MT Drafting/Writing
  • 3MT Slide 
  • 3MT Presentation

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Resources

• The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Writing Resource Center (WRC)
  • Provides support for writers across the university. Our writing consultants provide individualized, hands-on instruction specific to each writer’s goals.
  • Writers may receive up to 120 minutes of writing instruction per week in either 30- or 60-minute increments. Writers may make one appointment per day.

• ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Spoken English Language Partner (SELP) Program
  • Undergraduate, graduate, and professional students who want to practice pronunciation, fluency, vocabulary, and other spoken English skills can sign up for Spoken English Tutoring through our Spoken English Language Partner (SELP) program.
  • Make an appointment at .

External Resources

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• ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 2024-25
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  • , PhD Student, Genetics and Genome Sciences
  • , PhD PhD Student, Biomedical Engineering
  • , Postdoctoral Scholar, Pharmacology

• ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 2023-24 
  • , PhD Student, Biomedical Engineering
  • , MD/PhD Student, Medical Scientist Training Program, Epidemiology and Biostatistics
  • , DBA Student, Management
  • , Senior Research Associate, Harrington Discovery Institute at University Hospitals

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  • , PhD Student, Nursing
  • , MD/PhD Student, Medical Scientist Training Program
  • , MD/PhD Student, Medical Scientist Training Program

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  • , Indiana University
  • , University of Illinois Chicago

• Who is eligible to participate in the 3MT competition?
  • ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø students enrolled in either a Master’s or Doctoral program with an original research project may compete. 
  • IGS and BS/MS students in the graduate phase of their program are eligible to participate. 
  • Undergraduate students are not eligible to participate.
• Does my slide have to be in PowerPoint?
  • No, not for the first round of the competition.
• How many transitions or animations can I have in my slide?
  • None, it must be a static slide.
• What happens if my presentation is longer than three minutes?
  • You will be disqualified. 
• How long can the video submission be?
  • Less than or exactly 3 minutes; submissions with a time stamp of 3:01 will be disqualified.
• Is background music during the video presentation allowed?
  • No.
• How can I ensure that I am sufficiently prepared for the first round?
  •  from the 2023-24 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Research Communications Session for tips.
  • Review the 3MT tips and resources shared here.
  • Practice, practice, practice!
  • Get feedback from faculty, peers, friends, and family.
• What is the judging criteria going to be like?
  • Please review the judging criteria here.
• How do I submit my video?
  • Submit your video here by Monday, December 2, 2024, 11:59 PM. The video submission link will be posted in the fall. 
• I have questions that are not covered in the FAQs; whom should I contact?
  • Please send an email to 3mt@cwru.edu.

• Can I use a laser pointer?
  • No.
• Can I refer to notes during the competition?
  • No.
• Does my slide have to be in PowerPoint?
  • Yes, to standardize the format of the competition. Please make sure that your slide is set to Widescreen (16:9).
• How many transitions or animations can I have in my slide?
  • None, it must be a static slide.
• Will I be able to see a countdown timer during my presentation?
  • Yes, during the final round of the competition.
• What happens if my presentation is longer than three minutes?
  • You will be disqualified.
• Is there a dress code?
  • There is no strict dress code. Please dress professionally and comfortably. No costumes or props are allowed.
• Will my presentation be video recorded?
  • Yes, to post on the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 3MT website.
• Can I win more than one category?
  • Yes, it is possible to win the First/Second/Third place and receive the People’s Choice Award.