Poster Presentation Competition during Neurosciences Module

Exploring the intricate landscape of neuroscience, a captivating and intricate discipline delving into the complexities of the central nervous system, is both a riveting endeavour and an intellectually demanding pursuit. Recognizing the significance of fostering a profound comprehension of the CNS’s structure and functionality, Shifa College of Medicine, during the Neurosciences led by Dr Tatheer Zahra & Team-2, orchestrated a remarkable event on the 25th of July 2023—a poster presentation competition that seamlessly blended medical knowledge and creative communication.

One hundred students of 2nd year MBBS were divided into seven groups, each given a distinct topic. These topics encompassed the gamut of neurological exploration, ranging from the Spinal cord, Brainstem, Cranial Nerves, Cerebellum, Blood Supply of CNS, Cerebrospinal Fluid and Ventricular System of Circulation, and Cerebral, Cerebellar, and Limbic Cortex. In an inspiring amalgamation of basic sciences and clinical correlations, each group crafted a poster with meticulously curated diagrams, charts, and images.

A panel of faculty members undertook the task of evaluating the student-prepared posters. They assessed the entries based on multifaceted criteria: clarity of content, relevance of information, collaborative teamwork, and adeptness in presentation skills. The judges were impressed by the posters’ quality, innovation, and diversity and praised the students for their hard work and creativity.

At the end of the event neared the winners of the poster presentation competition were announced. Beyond the mere contest, this event allowed the students an opportunity for collaborative learning, enhancing their collective understanding. It offered them a platform to transcend theory and seamlessly merge their neuroscience knowledge with research acumen and communication skills—a triad of skills indispensable in the medical realm.

A noteworthy facet of this competition was its unique format—a teacher-absent setting. This approach allowed the students to explore, imbibe, and internalize the subject matter autonomously. The autonomy in learning proved pivotal, as it ignited the flames of curiosity, invigorated the drive to delve deeper, and nurtured the essential ability to synthesize knowledge into a communicable form. This format allowed not only the acquisition of knowledge but also the refinement of conceptual clarity. Shifa College of Medicine extends hearty congratulations to all the participants and victors alike, applauding their unwavering commitment and urging them to perpetuate their pursuit of excellence. In medicine, where science converges with empathy and skill marries knowledge, such endeavours shape future doctors and echo the essence of medical education—to cultivate compassionate, erudite, and adept healers of the human body and soul.