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Oral presentations are one of the main forms by which scientists communicate their results. Whether in the context of the classroom, the relatively informal lab meeting or as an invited speaker at an international colloquium, the ability to effectively present scientific results is an important skill to master. This course will cover the planning and execution steps necessary to produce an engaging oral presentation. Students will learn to articulate the big biological questions, tell a story that stimulates interest in their chosen subject, and effectively convey their experimental findings. Key methodological steps in planning will guide students on how to create slides with compelling visuals, and how to use technology to their advantage. Students will each prepare, present, and receive feedback on a 15-minute talk on their thesis project in the style of the Biophysical Society short talks. In addition, each student will receive and evaluate a video of their presentation so they can see themselves through the eyes of others.