Abstracts are limited to a maximum 250 words and must fit within the predefined area. Please be sure to consult the information from your affiliate fair for the proper formatting of the header information as fairs differ in what is required (or not allowed). The abstract should include the following: a) purpose of the experiment ) procedure c) data d) conclusions It may also include any possible research applications. Only minimal reference to previous work may be included. An abstract must not include the following: a) acknowledgments (including naming the research institution and/or mentor with you were working), or self-promotions and external endorsements b) work or procedures done by the mentor Sample Show Board: Use all of board. Use large font so it can be read from a distance. Cut paper neatly and mount all on construction paper and then on show board. All photographs, charts and graphs must be labeled with a title or caption and a citation of the source.
Abstracts are limited to a maximum 250 words and must fit within the predefined area. Please be sure to consult the information from your affiliate fair for the proper formatting of the header information as fairs differ in what is required (or not allowed). The abstract should include the following: a) purpose of the experiment ) procedure c) data d) conclusions It may also include any possible research applications. Only minimal reference to previous work may be included. An abstract must not include the following: a) acknowledgments (including naming the research institution and/or mentor with you were working), or self-promotions and external endorsements b) work or procedures done by the mentor Sample Show Board: Use all of board. Use large font so it can be read from a distance. Cut paper neatly and mount all on construction paper and then on show board. All photographs, charts and graphs must be labeled with a title or caption and a citation of the source.
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