Showcase Your Research

Share your research with clarity, purpose and impact. From the lab to the stage, your next giant leap starts here—through Three Minute Thesis (3MT), Say It In 6®, and InnovatED Research Magazine. Because when Boilermakers share their discoveries, they don’t just inform—they inspire.

Three Minute Thesis (3MT®)

Showcase your research in just three minutes—3MT® challenges graduate students and postdocs to communicate complex ideas with clarity and impact.

About the Competition

An 80,000-word thesis would take 9 hours to present…they have just three minutes! The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition challenges Purdue scholars to transform years of research into a compelling three-minute presentation for a non-specialist audience. Discover how 3MT® can elevate your communication skills and showcase your research.
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Past Winners

Curious how much you can learn in three minutes? Explore the videos of past 3MT® winners—Purdue scholars who turned years of research into award-winning presentations. Their work exemplifies the power of clear, compelling science communication and the impact of research beyond the lab.

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InnovatED Magazine 

InnovatED Magazine celebrates the innovative research and real-world impact of Purdue’s graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. Each year, we feature ten exceptional scholars whose work reflects the Boilermaker spirit — bold, driven, and committed to taking the next giant leap. From groundbreaking discoveries to community-centered solutions, InnovatED showcases the research shaping the future of every discipline.

Are you a graduate student or postdoc with a story to tell? Submit your work and join a growing community of scholars dedicated to effective science communication. Authors selected will receive an award of $500 per accepted manuscript.

Say It In 6

Say It In 6® invites Purdue graduate students and postdocs to turn research into art—six words and one image at a time.

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About the Competition

Six words. One image. Endless creativity. Say It In 6® challenges Purdue graduate students and postdocs to capture the essence of their research experience in a bold, visual story. Discover the art of impactful storytelling—learn more about Say It In 6® and how to enter.
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Past Winners

Want to see how six words can speak volumes? Explore past Say It In 6® winners and discover how Purdue scholars turned their research journeys into bold, memorable narratives.

Contact Information

Professional Development Office

Physical/ Mailing Address:
Earnest C. Young Hall, Room 170
155 S. Grant St.
West Lafayette, IN 47907-21147
Email Address: profdev@purdue.edu
Phone Number: (765) 494-2600

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