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Inclusive and Impactful Conference Contributions

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Date: Wednesday 4th March 2026
Time: 12:00 - 13:00 (GMT)
Location: Online via Zoom
Speakers: Tim Morris (Novartis), Karen Smith (UCB), Claire Brittain (Novartis), Emma Crawford (Chair of PSI DEIB Advisory Group)

Who is this event intended for?:
PSI 2026 Conference presentation and poster presenters/authors. All PSI members welcome.

What is the benefit of attending?:
To gain insight into developing presentations and posters with impact that are accessible to all.

Cost

This webinar is free to both Members of PSI and Non-Members.

Registration

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Overview

This webinar brings together three complementary perspectives to help PSI contributors develop conference presentations and posters that communicate clearly, engage audiences, and reflect inclusive practice. Across the session, participants will explore how to refine their message, prepare effectively, and deliver with confidence.

We begin by examining how to move from substance to message, focusing on what makes a talk genuinely resonate. This segment encourages presenters to think about what their audience will remember, how to frame complex ideas with clarity, and how to avoid common communication pitfalls that can dilute an otherwise strong contribution. The aim is to help presenters shape their material in a way that supports understanding and impact.

The second session turns to the practicalities of preparation. Rather than offering an exhaustive checklist, it highlights the habits and decisions that make the biggest difference: identifying core messages, preparing materials with intention, rehearsing in ways that improve delivery, and navigating the realities of both oral and poster formats. The emphasis is on preparation that supports accessibility, reduces stress, and helps presenters feel ready for the day.

We close with a reflective session on inclusive presenting, inviting participants to consider their own experiences as audience members and presenters. Through guided questions and shared insights, the session surfaces the barriers people commonly face in talks and explores simple, memorable principles that help make presentations more inclusive.

Together, these sessions equip attendees to design, prepare, and deliver conference contributions that are engaging, inclusive, and impactful.

Speaker details

Speaker

Biography

Abstract
TimTim Morris, Novartis

Tim works in Novartis’s Statistical Methodology group, where he moved in 2025 after spending 18 years at the MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL. He provides methodological support to Novartis studies and does research on simulation studies, estimands, handling missing data, sensitivity analysis, covariate adjustment, meta-analysis, and visualisation. He enjoys presenting but not as much as he enjoys hearing others present well.

 From substance to message at PSI 2026
Karen Smith, UCB Karen Smith joined UCB as a Director in Early Development Statistics in 2025, having previously worked across the pharmaceutical, CRO, academic and NHS sectors. As a member of the PSI DEIB Advisory Group, and lead for the Events sub-team, she champions greater inclusion and accessibility within the statistical community.
 A deep dive into practice: 
preparing for your conference contribution
 
Claire Brittain, Novartis Claire Brittain, who works at Novartis and serves as Careers Director for PSI, has long been passionate about ensuring stories and conversations are inclusive and accessible for audiences of all ages and abilities. 
She hosted the PSI Conference plenary on Neurodiversity in the Workplace in 2024, which sparked wide-ranging discussions and helped prompt the creation of PSI’s DEIB Advisory Group, which continues to guide and inform the PSI’s approach to inclusion.
 Delivering Inclusive Presentations: Making Sure Everyone Can Follow
EmmaEmma Crawford, Chair of PSI DEIB Advisory Group Emma Crawford is a Principal Biostatistician and Chair of the PSI DEIB Advisory Group. With over twelve years’ experience across pharma and CRO settings, she combines statistical leadership with a commitment to inclusive scientific communication. Emma advocates for accessible, impactful presentations and supports colleagues in sharing complex ideas with clarity and confidence.   

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