I presented a one-hour lecture today in Physiology department. It was not textbook teaching. I was supposed to talk about my own work, with some modifications for the audience different from usual cancer research audience. It was an interesting challenge.
In general, as a guideline;
If a talk is for 10-15 minutes, a paper's worth materials fit the bill.
If a talk is for 20-30 minutes, 2-3 paper's worth materials will be needed.
If a talk lasts for 45-60 minutes, several paper's worth materials will be needed. Gathering that much materials can take years.
Putting all the materials together and present it as a story; such an opportunity is also a great time to review my own research and its future direction.
It is easy to lose direction in research. Take time to re-define most important aspect and focus on it, and have courage for not doing less important aspect, are critical.
Note to self.
