Never write a “thesis”, write 3 papers and collect them to form a thesis
Position your papers within the literature
Once you are done with your papers, go back to your literature
review and look at how your contribution fits within the existing
literature
Use the “Introduction” and “Conclusion” chapters to link together your 3 papers
The flow of your thesis should not be compromised
The Presentation
Present your strongest work
Be comfortable with failure
Practice using dry runs preferably actual FRSs
Your first FRS will test you. View it as a learning experience
Let the slides show only what you are discussing. Avoid getting
questions on bullet 3 while talking about bullet 2
Unveil bullets when you get to them
Remember you are not being judged only on your research abilities but also
on your teaching abilities
Need to motivate the audience to listen to the complete story, or as much as
possible. Try to keep area specific items to a minimum and club them
together in one place.
Direct attention of audience with the use of animation etc.
Write down each and every query you get. It will help you in preparing
for future FRSs
An FRS is not a closed book exam, take your notes, have a cue card
Lead to the questions that you want asked
At the end link back to the beginning. Close the loop.
Ensure connect between implications and findings
Don’t talk too much, be pertinent and to the point