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+name: latex-posters
+description: "Create professional research posters in LaTeX using beamerposter, tikzposter, or baposter. Support for conference presentations, academic posters, and scientific communication. Includes layout design, color schemes, multi-column formats, figure integration, and poster-specific best practices for visual communication."
+allowed-tools: Read Write Edit Bash
+---
+
+# LaTeX Research Posters
+
+## Overview
+
+Research posters are a critical medium for scientific communication at conferences, symposia, and academic events. This skill provides comprehensive guidance for creating professional, visually appealing research posters using LaTeX packages. Generate publication-quality posters with proper layout, typography, color schemes, and visual hierarchy.
+
+## When to Use This Skill
+
+This skill should be used when:
+- Creating research posters for conferences, symposia, or poster sessions
+- Designing academic posters for university events or thesis defenses
+- Preparing visual summaries of research for public engagement
+- Converting scientific papers into poster format
+- Creating template posters for research groups or departments
+- Designing posters that comply with specific conference size requirements (A0, A1, 36×48", etc.)
+- Building posters with complex multi-column layouts
+- Integrating figures, tables, equations, and citations in poster format
+
+## AI-Powered Visual Element Generation
+
+**STANDARD WORKFLOW: Generate ALL major visual elements using AI before creating the LaTeX poster.**
+
+This is the recommended approach for creating visually compelling posters:
+1. Plan all visual elements needed (title, intro, methods, results, conclusions)
+2. Generate each element using scientific-schematics or Nano Banana Pro
+3. Assemble generated images in the LaTeX template
+4. Add text content around the visuals
+
+**Target: 60-70% of poster area should be AI-generated visuals, 30-40% text.**
+
+---
+
+### CRITICAL: Preventing Content Overflow
+
+**⚠️ POSTERS MUST NOT HAVE TEXT OR CONTENT CUT OFF AT EDGES.**
+
+**Common Overflow Problems:**
+1. **Title/footer text extending beyond page boundaries**
+2. **Too many sections crammed into available space**
+3. **Figures placed too close to edges**
+4. **Text blocks exceeding column widths**
+
+**Prevention Rules:**
+
+**1. Limit Content Sections (MAXIMUM 5-6 sections for A0):**
+```
+✅ GOOD - 5 sections with room to breathe:
+   - Title/Header
+   - Introduction/Problem
+   - Methods
+   - Results (1-2 key findings)
+   - Conclusions
+
+❌ BAD - 8+ sections crammed together:
+   - Overview, Introduction, Background, Methods, 
+   - Results 1, Results 2, Discussion, Conclusions, Future Work
+```
+
+**2. Set Safe Margins in LaTeX:**
+```latex
+% tikzposter - add generous margins
+\documentclass[25pt, a0paper, portrait, margin=25mm]{tikzposter}
+
+% baposter - ensure content doesn't touch edges
+\begin{poster}{
+  columns=3,
+  colspacing=2em,           % Space between columns
+  headerheight=0.1\textheight,  % Smaller header
+  % Leave space at bottom
+}
+```
+
+**3. Figure Sizing - Never 100% Width:**
+```latex
+% Leave margins around figures
+\includegraphics[width=0.85\linewidth]{figure.png}  % NOT 1.0\linewidth
+```
+
+**4. Check for Overflow Before Printing:**
+```bash
+# Compile and check PDF at 100% zoom
+pdflatex poster.tex
+
+# Look for:
+# - Text cut off at any edge
+# - Content touching page boundaries  
+# - Overfull hbox warnings in .log file
+grep -i "overfull" poster.log
+```
+
+**5. Word Count Limits:**
+- **A0 poster**: 300-800 words MAXIMUM
+- **Per section**: 50-100 words maximum
+- **If you have more content**: Cut it or make a handout
+
+---
+
+### CRITICAL: Poster-Size Font Requirements
+
+**⚠️ ALL text within AI-generated visualizations MUST be poster-readable.**
+
+When generating graphics for posters, you MUST include font size specifications in EVERY prompt. Poster graphics are viewed from 4-6 feet away, so text must be LARGE.
+
+**⚠️ COMMON PROBLEM: Content Overflow and Density**
+
+The #1 issue with AI-generated poster graphics is **TOO MUCH CONTENT**. This causes:
+- Text overflow beyond boundaries
+- Unreadable small fonts
+- Cluttered, overwhelming visuals
+- Poor white space usage
+
+**SOLUTION: Generate SIMPLE graphics with MINIMAL content.**
+
+**MANDATORY prompt requirements for EVERY poster graphic:**
+
+```
+POSTER FORMAT REQUIREMENTS (STRICTLY ENFORCE):
+- ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM 3-4 elements per graphic (3 is ideal)
+- ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM 10 words total in the entire graphic
+- NO complex workflows with 5+ steps (split into 2-3 simple graphics instead)
+- NO multi-level nested diagrams (flatten to single level)
+- NO case studies with multiple sub-sections (one key point per case)
+- ALL text GIANT BOLD (80pt+ for labels, 120pt+ for key numbers)
+- High contrast ONLY (dark on white OR white on dark, NO gradients with text)
+- MANDATORY 50% white space minimum (half the graphic should be empty)
+- Thick lines only (5px+ minimum), large icons (200px+ minimum)
+- ONE SINGLE MESSAGE per graphic (not 3 related messages)
+```
+
+**⚠️ BEFORE GENERATING: Review your prompt and count elements**
+- If your description has 5+ items → STOP. Split into multiple graphics
+- If your workflow has 5+ stages → STOP. Show only 3-4 high-level steps
+- If your comparison has 4+ methods → STOP. Show only top 3 or Our vs Best Baseline
+
+**Content limits per graphic type (STRICT):**
+| Graphic Type | Max Elements | Max Words | Reject If | Good Example |
+|--------------|--------------|-----------|-----------|--------------|
+| Flowchart | **3-4 boxes MAX** | **8 words** | 5+ stages, nested steps | "DISCOVER → VALIDATE → APPROVE" (3 words) |
+| Key findings | **3 items MAX** | **9 words** | 4+ metrics, paragraphs | "95% ACCURATE" "2X FASTER" "FDA READY" (6 words) |
+| Comparison chart | **3 bars MAX** | **6 words** | 4+ methods, legend text | "OURS: 95%" "BEST: 85%" (4 words) |
+| Case study | **1 case, 3 elements** | **6 words** | Multiple cases, substories | Logo + "18 MONTHS" + "to discovery" (2 words) |
+| Timeline | **3-4 points MAX** | **8 words** | Year-by-year detail | "2020 START" "2022 TRIAL" "2024 APPROVED" (6 words) |
+
+**Example - WRONG (7-stage workflow - TOO COMPLEX):**
+```bash
+# ❌ BAD - This creates tiny unreadable text like the drug discovery poster
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "Drug discovery workflow showing: Stage 1 Target Identification, Stage 2 Molecular Synthesis, Stage 3 Virtual Screening, Stage 4 AI Lead Optimization, Stage 5 Clinical Trial Design, Stage 6 FDA Approval. Include success metrics, timelines, and validation steps for each stage." -o figures/workflow.png
+# Result: 7+ stages with tiny text, unreadable from 6 feet - POSTER FAILURE
+```
+
+**Example - CORRECT (simplified to 3 key stages):**
+```bash
+# ✅ GOOD - Same content, split into ONE simple high-level graphic
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ULTRA-SIMPLE 3-box workflow: 'DISCOVER' → 'VALIDATE' → 'APPROVE'. Each word in GIANT bold (120pt+). Thick arrows (10px). 60% white space. NO substeps, NO details. 3 words total. Readable from 10 feet." -o figures/workflow_overview.png
+# Result: Clean, impactful, readable - can add detail graphics separately if needed
+```
+
+**Example - WRONG (complex case studies with multiple sections):**
+```bash
+# ❌ BAD - Creates cramped unreadable sections
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "Case studies: Insilico Medicine (drug candidate, discovery time, clinical trials), Recursion Pharma (platform, methodology, results), Exscientia (drug candidates, FDA status, timeline). Include company logos, metrics, and outcomes." -o figures/cases.png
+# Result: 3 case studies with 4+ elements each = 12+ total elements, tiny text
+```
+
+**Example - CORRECT (one case study, one key metric):**
+```bash
+# ✅ GOOD - Show ONE case with ONE key number
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ONE case study card: Company logo (large), '18 MONTHS' in GIANT text (150pt), 'to discovery' below (60pt). 3 elements total: logo + number + caption. 50% white space. Readable from 10 feet." -o figures/case_single.png
+# Result: Clear, readable, impactful. Make 3 separate graphics if you need 3 cases.
+```
+
+**Example - WRONG (key findings too complex):**
+```bash
+# BAD - too many items, too much detail
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "Key findings showing 8 metrics: accuracy 95%, precision 92%, recall 94%, F1 0.93, AUC 0.97, training time 2.3 hours, inference 50ms, model size 145MB with comparison to 5 baseline methods" -o figures/findings.png
+# Result: Cramped graphic with tiny numbers
+```
+
+**Example - CORRECT (key findings simple):**
+```bash
+# GOOD - only 3 key items, giant numbers
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. KEY FINDINGS with ONLY 3 large cards. Card 1: '95%' in GIANT text (120pt) with 'ACCURACY' below (48pt). Card 2: '2X' in GIANT text with 'FASTER' below. Card 3: checkmark icon with 'VALIDATED' in large text. 50% white space. High contrast colors. NO other text or details." -o figures/findings.png
+# Result: Bold, readable impact statement
+```
+
+**Font size reference for poster prompts:**
+| Element | Minimum Size | Prompt Keywords |
+|---------|--------------|-----------------|
+| Main numbers/metrics | 72pt+ | "huge", "very large", "giant", "poster-size" |
+| Section titles | 60pt+ | "large bold", "prominent" |
+| Labels/captions | 36pt+ | "readable from 6 feet", "clear labels" |
+| Body text | 24pt+ | "poster-readable", "large text" |
+
+**Always include in prompts:**
+- "POSTER FORMAT" or "for A0 poster" or "readable from 6 feet"
+- "VERY LARGE TEXT" or "huge bold fonts"
+- Specific text that should appear (so it's baked into the image)
+- "minimal text, maximum impact"
+- "high contrast" for readability
+- "generous margins" and "no text near edges"
+
+---
+
+### CRITICAL: AI-Generated Graphic Sizing
+
+**⚠️ Each AI-generated graphic should focus on ONE concept with MINIMAL content.**
+
+**Problem**: Generating complex diagrams with many elements leads to small text.
+
+**Solution**: Generate SIMPLE graphics with FEW elements and LARGE text.
+
+**Example - WRONG (too complex, text will be small):**
+```bash
+# BAD - too many elements in one graphic
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "Complete ML pipeline showing data collection, 
+preprocessing with 5 steps, feature engineering with 8 techniques, model training 
+with hyperparameter tuning, validation with cross-validation, and deployment with 
+monitoring. Include all labels and descriptions." -o figures/pipeline.png
+```
+
+**Example - CORRECT (simple, focused, large text):**
+```bash
+# GOOD - split into multiple simple graphics with large text
+
+# Graphic 1: High-level overview (3-4 elements max)
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0: Simple 4-step pipeline. 
+Four large boxes: DATA → PROCESS → MODEL → RESULTS. 
+GIANT labels (80pt+), thick arrows, lots of white space. 
+Only 4 words total. Readable from 8 feet." -o figures/overview.png
+
+# Graphic 2: Key result (1 metric highlighted)
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0: Single key metric display.
+Giant '95%' text (150pt+) with 'ACCURACY' below (60pt+).
+Checkmark icon. Minimal design, high contrast.
+Readable from 10 feet." -o figures/accuracy.png
+```
+
+**Rules for AI-generated poster graphics:**
+| Rule | Limit | Reason |
+|------|-------|--------|
+| **Elements per graphic** | 3-5 maximum | More elements = smaller text |
+| **Words per graphic** | 10-15 maximum | Minimal text = larger fonts |
+| **Flowchart steps** | 4-5 maximum | Keeps labels readable |
+| **Chart categories** | 3-4 maximum | Prevents crowding |
+| **Nested levels** | 1-2 maximum | Avoids complexity |
+
+**Split complex content into multiple simple graphics:**
+```
+Instead of 1 complex diagram with 12 elements:
+→ Create 3 simple diagrams with 4 elements each
+→ Each graphic can have LARGER text
+→ Arrange in poster with clear visual flow
+```
+
+---
+
+### Step 0: MANDATORY Pre-Generation Review (DO THIS FIRST)
+
+**⚠️ BEFORE generating ANY graphics, review your content plan:**
+
+**For EACH planned graphic, ask these questions:**
+1. **Element count**: Can I describe this in 3-4 items or less?
+   - ❌ NO → Simplify or split into multiple graphics
+   - ✅ YES → Continue
+
+2. **Complexity check**: Is this a multi-stage workflow (5+ steps) or nested diagram?
+   - ❌ YES → Flatten to 3-4 high-level steps only
+   - ✅ NO → Continue
+
+3. **Word count**: Can I describe all text in 10 words or less?
+   - ❌ NO → Cut text, use single-word labels
+   - ✅ YES → Continue
+
+4. **Message clarity**: Does this graphic convey ONE clear message?
+   - ❌ NO → Split into multiple focused graphics
+   - ✅ YES → Continue to generation
+
+**Common patterns that ALWAYS fail (reject these):**
+- "Show stages 1 through 7..." → Split into high-level overview (3 stages) + detail graphics
+- "Multiple case studies..." → One case per graphic
+- "Timeline from 2015 to 2024 with annual milestones..." → Show only 3-4 key years
+- "Comparison of 6 methods..." → Show only top 3 or Our method vs Best baseline
+- "Architecture with all layers and connections..." → High-level only (3-4 components)
+
+### Step 1: Plan Your Poster Elements
+
+After passing the pre-generation review, identify visual elements needed:
+
+1. **Title Block** - Stylized title with institutional branding (optional - can be LaTeX text)
+2. **Introduction Graphic** - Conceptual overview (3 elements max)
+3. **Methods Diagram** - High-level workflow (3-4 steps max)
+4. **Results Figures** - Key findings (3 metrics max per figure, may need 2-3 separate figures)
+5. **Conclusion Graphic** - Summary visual (3 takeaways max)
+6. **Supplementary Icons** - Simple icons, QR codes, logos (minimal)
+
+### Step 2: Generate Each Element (After Pre-Generation Review)
+
+**⚠️ CRITICAL: Review Step 0 checklist before proceeding.**
+
+Use the appropriate tool for each element type:
+
+**For Schematics and Diagrams (scientific-schematics):**
+```bash
+# Create figures directory
+mkdir -p figures
+
+# Drug discovery workflow - HIGH-LEVEL ONLY, 3 stages
+# BAD: "Stage 1: Target ID, Stage 2: Molecular Synthesis, Stage 3: Virtual Screening, Stage 4: AI Lead Opt..."
+# GOOD: Collapse to 3 mega-stages
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ULTRA-SIMPLE 3-box workflow: 'DISCOVER' (120pt bold) → 'VALIDATE' (120pt bold) → 'APPROVE' (120pt bold). Thick arrows (10px). 60% white space. ONLY these 3 words. NO substeps. Readable from 12 feet." -o figures/workflow_simple.png
+
+# System architecture - MAXIMUM 3 components
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ULTRA-SIMPLE 3-component stack: 'DATA' box (120pt) → 'AI MODEL' box (120pt) → 'PREDICTION' box (120pt). Thick vertical arrows. 60% white space. 3 words only. Readable from 12 feet." -o figures/architecture.png
+
+# Timeline - ONLY 3 key milestones (not year-by-year)
+# BAD: "2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 with events"
+# GOOD: Only 3 breakthrough moments
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. Timeline with ONLY 3 points: '2018' + icon, '2021' + icon, '2024' + icon. GIANT years (120pt). Large icons. 60% white space. NO connecting lines or details. Readable from 12 feet." -o figures/timeline.png
+
+# Case study - ONE case, ONE key metric
+# BAD: "3 case studies: Insilico (details), Recursion (details), Exscientia (details)"
+# GOOD: ONE case with ONE number
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ONE case study: Large logo + '18 MONTHS' (150pt bold) + 'to discovery' (60pt). 3 elements total. 60% white space. Readable from 12 feet." -o figures/case1.png
+
+# If you need 3 cases → make 3 separate simple graphics (not one complex graphic)
+```
+
+**For Stylized Blocks and Graphics (Nano Banana Pro):**
+```bash
+# Title block - SIMPLE
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. Title block: 'ML FOR DRUG DISCOVERY' in HUGE bold text (120pt+). Dark blue background. ONE subtle icon. NO other text. 40% white space. Readable from 15 feet." -o figures/title_block.png
+
+# Introduction visual - SIMPLE, 3 elements only
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. SIMPLE problem visual with ONLY 3 icons: drug icon, arrow, target icon. ONE label per icon (80pt+). 50% white space. NO detailed text. Readable from 8 feet." -o figures/intro_visual.png
+
+# Conclusion/summary - ONLY 3 items, GIANT numbers
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. KEY FINDINGS with EXACTLY 3 cards only. Card 1: '95%' (150pt font) with 'ACCURACY' (60pt). Card 2: '2X' (150pt) with 'FASTER' (60pt). Card 3: checkmark icon with 'READY' (60pt). 50% white space. NO other text. Readable from 10 feet." -o figures/conclusions_graphic.png
+
+# Background visual - SIMPLE, 3 icons only
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. SIMPLE visual with ONLY 3 large icons in a row: problem icon → challenge icon → impact icon. ONE word label each (80pt+). 50% white space. NO detailed text. Readable from 8 feet." -o figures/background_visual.png
+```
+
+**For Data Visualizations - SIMPLE, 3 bars max:**
+```bash
+# SIMPLE chart with ONLY 3 bars, GIANT labels
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. SIMPLE bar chart with ONLY 3 bars: BASELINE (70%), EXISTING (85%), OURS (95%). GIANT percentage labels ON the bars (100pt+). NO axis labels, NO legend, NO gridlines. Our bar highlighted in different color. 40% white space. Readable from 8 feet." -o figures/comparison_chart.png
+```
+
+### Step 2b: MANDATORY Post-Generation Review (Before Assembly)
+
+**⚠️ CRITICAL: Review EVERY generated graphic before adding to poster.**
+
+**For each generated figure, open at 25% zoom and check:**
+
+1. **✅ PASS criteria (all must be true):**
+   - Can read ALL text clearly at 25% zoom
+   - Count elements: 3-4 or fewer
+   - White space: 50%+ of image is empty
+   - Simple enough to understand in 2 seconds
+   - NOT a complex workflow with 5+ stages
+   - NOT multiple nested sections
+
+2. **❌ FAIL criteria (regenerate if ANY are true):**
+   - Text is small or hard to read at 25% zoom → REGENERATE with "150pt+" fonts
+   - More than 4 elements → REGENERATE with "ONLY 3 elements"
+   - Less than 50% white space → REGENERATE with "60% white space"
+   - Complex multi-stage workflow → SPLIT into 2-3 simple graphics
+   - Multiple case studies cramped together → SPLIT into separate graphics
+   - Takes more than 3 seconds to understand → SIMPLIFY and regenerate
+
+**Common failures and fixes:**
+- "7-stage workflow with tiny text" → Regenerate as "3 high-level stages only"
+- "3 case studies in one graphic" → Generate 3 separate simple graphics
+- "Timeline with 8 years" → Regenerate with "ONLY 3 key milestones"
+- "Comparison of 5 methods" → Regenerate with "ONLY Our method vs Best baseline (2 bars)"
+
+**DO NOT PROCEED to assembly if ANY graphic fails the checks above.**
+
+### Step 3: Assemble in LaTeX Template
+
+After all figures pass the post-generation review, include them in your poster template:
+
+**tikzposter example:**
+```latex
+\documentclass[25pt, a0paper, portrait]{tikzposter}
+
+\begin{document}
+
+\maketitle
+
+\begin{columns}
+\column{0.5}
+
+\block{Introduction}{
+  \centering
+  \includegraphics[width=0.85\linewidth]{figures/intro_visual.png}
+  
+  \vspace{0.5em}
+  Brief context text here (2-3 sentences max).
+}
+
+\block{Methods}{
+  \centering
+  \includegraphics[width=0.9\linewidth]{figures/methods_flowchart.png}
+}
+
+\column{0.5}
+
+\block{Results}{
+  \begin{minipage}{0.48\linewidth}
+    \centering
+    \includegraphics[width=\linewidth]{figures/result_1.png}
+  \end{minipage}
+  \hfill
+  \begin{minipage}{0.48\linewidth}
+    \centering
+    \includegraphics[width=\linewidth]{figures/result_2.png}
+  \end{minipage}
+  
+  \vspace{0.5em}
+  Key findings in 3-4 bullet points.
+}
+
+\block{Conclusions}{
+  \centering
+  \includegraphics[width=0.8\linewidth]{figures/conclusions_graphic.png}
+}
+
+\end{columns}
+
+\end{document}
+```
+
+**baposter example:**
+```latex
+\headerbox{Methods}{name=methods,column=0,row=0}{
+  \centering
+  \includegraphics[width=0.95\linewidth]{figures/methods_flowchart.png}
+}
+
+\headerbox{Results}{name=results,column=1,row=0}{
+  \includegraphics[width=\linewidth]{figures/comparison_chart.png}
+  \vspace{0.3em}
+  
+  Key finding: Our method achieves 92% accuracy.
+}
+```
+
+### Example: Complete Poster Generation Workflow
+
+**Full workflow with ALL quality checks:**
+
+```bash
+# STEP 0: Pre-Generation Review (MANDATORY)
+# Content plan: Drug discovery poster
+# - Workflow: 7 stages → ❌ TOO MANY → Reduce to 3 mega-stages ✅
+# - 3 case studies → ❌ TOO MANY → One case per graphic (make 3 graphics) ✅
+# - Timeline 2018-2024 → ❌ TOO DETAILED → Only 3 key years ✅
+
+# STEP 1: Create figures directory
+mkdir -p figures
+
+# STEP 2: Generate ULTRA-SIMPLE graphics with strict limits
+
+# Workflow - HIGH-LEVEL ONLY (collapsed from 7 stages to 3)
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ULTRA-SIMPLE 3-box workflow: 'DISCOVER' → 'VALIDATE' → 'APPROVE'. Each word 120pt+ bold. Thick arrows (10px). 60% white space. ONLY 3 words total. Readable from 12 feet." -o figures/workflow.png
+
+# Case study 1 - ONE case, ONE metric (will make 3 separate graphics)
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ONE case: Company logo + '18 MONTHS' (150pt bold) + 'to drug discovery' (60pt). 3 elements only. 60% white space. Readable from 12 feet." -o figures/case1.png
+
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ONE case: Company logo + '95% SUCCESS' (150pt bold) + 'in trials' (60pt). 3 elements only. 60% white space." -o figures/case2.png
+
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ONE case: Company logo + 'FDA APPROVED' (150pt bold) + '2024' (60pt). 3 elements only. 60% white space." -o figures/case3.png
+
+# Timeline - ONLY 3 key years (not 7 years)
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. ONLY 3 years: '2018' (150pt) + icon, '2021' (150pt) + icon, '2024' (150pt) + icon. Large icons. 60% white space. NO lines or details. Readable from 12 feet." -o figures/timeline.png
+
+# Results - ONLY 2 bars (our method vs best baseline, not 5 methods)
+python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. TWO bars only: 'BASELINE 70%' and 'OURS 95%' (highlighted). GIANT percentages (150pt) ON bars. NO axis, NO legend. 60% white space. Readable from 12 feet." -o figures/results.png
+
+# STEP 2b: Post-Generation Review (MANDATORY)
+# Open each figure at 25% zoom:
+# ✅ workflow.png: 3 elements, text readable, 60% white - PASS
+# ✅ case1.png: 3 elements, giant numbers, clean - PASS
+# ✅ case2.png: 3 elements, giant numbers, clean - PASS  
+# ✅ case3.png: 3 elements, giant numbers, clean - PASS
+# ✅ timeline.png: 3 elements, readable, simple - PASS
+# ✅ results.png: 2 bars, giant percentages, clear - PASS
+# ALL PASS → Proceed to assembly
+
+# STEP 3: Compile LaTeX poster
+pdflatex poster.tex
+
+# STEP 4: PDF Overflow Check (see Section 11)
+grep "Overfull" poster.log
+# Open at 100% and check all 4 edges
+```
+
+**If ANY graphic fails Step 2b review:**
+- Too many elements → Regenerate with "ONLY 3 elements"
+- Small text → Regenerate with "150pt+" or "GIANT BOLD (150pt+)"
+- Cluttered → Regenerate with "60% white space" and "ULTRA-SIMPLE"
+- Complex workflow → SPLIT into multiple simple 3-element graphics
+
+### Visual Element Guidelines
+
+**⚠️ CRITICAL: Each graphic must have ONE message and MAXIMUM 3-4 elements.**
+
+**ABSOLUTE LIMITS - These are NOT guidelines, these are HARD LIMITS:**
+- **MAXIMUM 3-4 elements** per graphic (3 is ideal)
+- **MAXIMUM 10 words** total per graphic
+- **MINIMUM 50% white space** (60% is better)
+- **MINIMUM 120pt** for key numbers/metrics
+- **MINIMUM 80pt** for labels
+
+**For each poster section - STRICT requirements:**
+
+| Section | Max Elements | Max Words | Example Prompt (REQUIRED PATTERN) |
+|---------|--------------|-----------|-------------------------------------|
+| **Introduction** | 3 icons | 6 words | "POSTER FORMAT for A0: ULTRA-SIMPLE 3 icons: [icon1] [icon2] [icon3]. ONE WORD labels (100pt bold). 60% white space. 3 words total." |
+| **Methods** | 3 boxes | 6 words | "POSTER FORMAT for A0: ULTRA-SIMPLE 3-box workflow: 'STEP1' → 'STEP2' → 'STEP3'. GIANT labels (120pt+). 60% white space. 3 words only." |
+| **Results** | 2-3 bars | 6 words | "POSTER FORMAT for A0: TWO bars: 'BASELINE 70%' 'OURS 95%'. GIANT percentages (150pt+) ON bars. NO axis. 60% white space." |
+| **Conclusions** | 3 cards | 9 words | "POSTER FORMAT for A0: THREE cards: '95%' (150pt) 'ACCURATE', '2X' (150pt) 'FASTER', checkmark 'READY'. 60% white space." |
+| **Case Study** | 3 elements | 5 words | "POSTER FORMAT for A0: ONE case: logo + '18 MONTHS' (150pt) + 'to discovery' (60pt). 60% white space." |
+| **Timeline** | 3 points | 3 words | "POSTER FORMAT for A0: THREE years only: '2018' '2021' '2024' (150pt each). Large icons. 60% white space. NO details." |
+
+**MANDATORY prompt elements (ALL required, NO exceptions):**
+1. **"POSTER FORMAT for A0"** - MUST be first
+2. **"ULTRA-SIMPLE"** or **"ONLY X elements"** - content limit
+3. **"GIANT (120pt+)"** or specific font sizes - readability
+4. **"60% white space"** - mandatory breathing room
+5. **"readable from 10-12 feet"** - viewing distance
+6. **Exact count** of words/elements - "3 words total" or "ONLY 3 icons"
+
+**PATTERNS THAT ALWAYS FAIL (REJECT IMMEDIATELY):**
+- ❌ "7-stage drug discovery workflow" → Split to "3 mega-stages"
+- ❌ "Timeline from 2015-2024 with annual updates" → "ONLY 3 key years"
+- ❌ "3 case studies with details" → Make 3 separate simple graphics
+- ❌ "Comparison of 5 methods with metrics" → "ONLY 2: ours vs best"
+- ❌ "Complete architecture showing all layers" → "3 components only"
+- ❌ "Show stages 1,2,3,4,5,6" → "3 high-level stages"
+
+**PATTERNS THAT WORK:**
+- ✅ "3 mega-stages collapsed from 7" → Proper simplification
+- ✅ "ONE case with ONE metric" → Will make multiple if needed
+- ✅ "ONLY 3 milestones" → Selective, focused
+- ✅ "2 bars: ours vs baseline" → Direct comparison
+- ✅ "3-component high-level view" → Appropriately simplified
+
+---
+
+## Scientific Schematics Integration
+
+For detailed guidance on creating schematics, refer to the **scientific-schematics** skill documentation.
+
+**Key capabilities:**
+- Nano Banana Pro automatically generates, reviews, and refines diagrams
+- Creates publication-quality images with proper formatting
+- Ensures accessibility (colorblind-friendly, high contrast)
+- Supports iterative refinement for complex diagrams
+
+---
+
+## Core Capabilities
+
+### 1. LaTeX Poster Packages
+
+Support for three major LaTeX poster packages, each with distinct advantages. For detailed comparison and package-specific guidance, refer to `references/latex_poster_packages.md`.
+
+**beamerposter**:
+- Extension of the Beamer presentation class
+- Familiar syntax for Beamer users
+- Excellent theme support and customization
+- Best for: Traditional academic posters, institutional branding
+
+**tikzposter**:
+- Modern, flexible design with TikZ integration
+- Built-in color themes and layout templates
+- Extensive customization through TikZ commands
+- Best for: Colorful, modern designs, custom graphics
+
+**baposter**:
+- Box-based layout system
+- Automatic spacing and positioning
+- Professional-looking default styles
+- Best for: Multi-column layouts, consistent spacing
+
+### 2. Poster Layout and Structure
+
+Create effective poster layouts following visual communication principles. For comprehensive layout guidance, refer to `references/poster_layout_design.md`.
+
+**Common Poster Sections**:
+- **Header/Title**: Title, authors, affiliations, logos
+- **Introduction/Background**: Research context and motivation
+- **Methods/Approach**: Methodology and experimental design
+- **Results**: Key findings with figures and data visualizations
+- **Conclusions**: Main takeaways and implications
+- **References**: Key citations (typically abbreviated)
+- **Acknowledgments**: Funding, collaborators, institutions
+
+**Layout Strategies**:
+- **Column-based layouts**: 2-column, 3-column, or 4-column grids
+- **Block-based layouts**: Flexible arrangement of content blocks
+- **Z-pattern flow**: Guide readers through content logically
+- **Visual hierarchy**: Use size, color, and spacing to emphasize key points
+
+### 3. Design Principles for Research Posters
+
+Apply evidence-based design principles for maximum impact. For detailed design guidance, refer to `references/poster_design_principles.md`.
+
+**Typography**:
+- Title: 72-120pt for visibility from distance
+- Section headers: 48-72pt
+- Body text: 24-36pt minimum for readability from 4-6 feet
+- Use sans-serif fonts (Arial, Helvetica, Calibri) for clarity
+- Limit to 2-3 font families maximum
+
+**Color and Contrast**:
+- Use high-contrast color schemes for readability
+- Institutional color palettes for branding
+- Color-blind friendly palettes (avoid red-green combinations)
+- White space is active space—don't overcrowd
+
+**Visual Elements**:
+- High-resolution figures (300 DPI minimum for print)
+- Large, clear labels on all figures
+- Consistent figure styling throughout
+- Strategic use of icons and graphics
+- Balance text with visual content (40-50% visual recommended)
+
+**Content Guidelines**:
+- **Less is more**: 300-800 words total recommended
+- Bullet points over paragraphs for scannability
+- Clear, concise messaging
+- Self-explanatory figures with minimal text explanation
+- QR codes for supplementary materials or online resources
+
+### 4. Standard Poster Sizes
+
+Support for international and conference-specific poster dimensions:
+
+**International Standards**:
+- A0 (841 × 1189 mm / 33.1 × 46.8 inches) - Most common European standard
+- A1 (594 × 841 mm / 23.4 × 33.1 inches) - Smaller format
+- A2 (420 × 594 mm / 16.5 × 23.4 inches) - Compact posters
+
+**North American Standards**:
+- 36 × 48 inches (914 × 1219 mm) - Common US conference size
+- 42 × 56 inches (1067 × 1422 mm) - Large format
+- 48 × 72 inches (1219 × 1829 mm) - Extra large
+
+**Orientation**:
+- Portrait (vertical) - Most common, traditional
+- Landscape (horizontal) - Better for wide content, timelines
+
+### 5. Package-Specific Templates
+
+Provide ready-to-use templates for each major package. Templates available in `assets/` directory.
+
+**beamerposter Templates**:
+- `beamerposter_classic.tex` - Traditional academic style
+- `beamerposter_modern.tex` - Clean, minimal design
+- `beamerposter_colorful.tex` - Vibrant theme with blocks
+
+**tikzposter Templates**:
+- `tikzposter_default.tex` - Standard tikzposter layout
+- `tikzposter_rays.tex` - Modern design with ray theme
+- `tikzposter_wave.tex` - Professional wave-style theme
+
+**baposter Templates**:
+- `baposter_portrait.tex` - Classic portrait layout
+- `baposter_landscape.tex` - Landscape multi-column
+- `baposter_minimal.tex` - Minimalist design
+
+### 6. Figure and Image Integration
+
+Optimize visual content for poster presentations:
+
+**Best Practices**:
+- Use vector graphics (PDF, SVG) when possible for scalability
+- Raster images: minimum 300 DPI at final print size
+- Consistent image styling (borders, captions, sizes)
+- Group related figures together
+- Use subfigures for comparisons
+
+**LaTeX Figure Commands**:
+```latex
+% Include graphics package
+\usepackage{graphicx}
+
+% Simple figure
+\includegraphics[width=0.8\linewidth]{figure.pdf}
+
+% Figure with caption in tikzposter
+\block{Results}{
+  \begin{tikzfigure}
+    \includegraphics[width=0.9\linewidth]{results.png}
+  \end{tikzfigure}
+}
+
+% Multiple subfigures
+\usepackage{subcaption}
+\begin{figure}
+  \begin{subfigure}{0.48\linewidth}
+    \includegraphics[width=\linewidth]{fig1.pdf}
+    \caption{Condition A}
+  \end{subfigure}
+  \begin{subfigure}{0.48\linewidth}
+    \includegraphics[width=\linewidth]{fig2.pdf}
+    \caption{Condition B}
+  \end{subfigure}
+\end{figure}
+```
+
+### 7. Color Schemes and Themes
+
+Provide professional color palettes for various contexts:
+
+**Academic Institution Colors**:
+- Match university or department branding
+- Use official color codes (RGB, CMYK, or LaTeX color definitions)
+
+**Scientific Color Palettes** (color-blind friendly):
+- Viridis: Professional gradient from purple to yellow
+- ColorBrewer: Research-tested palettes for data visualization
+- IBM Color Blind Safe: Accessible corporate palette
+
+**Package-Specific Theme Selection**:
+
+**beamerposter**:
+```latex
+\usetheme{Berlin}
+\usecolortheme{beaver}
+```
+
+**tikzposter**:
+```latex
+\usetheme{Rays}
+\usecolorstyle{Denmark}
+```
+
+**baposter**:
+```latex
+\begin{poster}{
+  background=plain,
+  bgColorOne=white,
+  headerColorOne=blue!70,
+  textborder=rounded
+}
+```
+
+### 8. Typography and Text Formatting
+
+Ensure readability and visual appeal:
+
+**Font Selection**:
+```latex
+% Sans-serif fonts recommended for posters
+\usepackage{helvet}      % Helvetica
+\usepackage{avant}       % Avant Garde
+\usepackage{sfmath}      % Sans-serif math fonts
+
+% Set default to sans-serif
+\renewcommand{\familydefault}{\sfdefault}
+```
+
+**Text Sizing**:
+```latex
+% Adjust text sizes for visibility
+\setbeamerfont{title}{size=\VeryHuge}
+\setbeamerfont{author}{size=\Large}
+\setbeamerfont{institute}{size=\normalsize}
+```
+
+**Emphasis and Highlighting**:
+- Use bold for key terms: `\textbf{important}`
+- Color highlights sparingly: `\textcolor{blue}{highlight}`
+- Boxes for critical information
+- Avoid italics (harder to read from distance)
+
+### 9. QR Codes and Interactive Elements
+
+Enhance poster interactivity for modern conferences:
+
+**QR Code Integration**:
+```latex
+\usepackage{qrcode}
+
+% Link to paper, code repository, or supplementary materials
+\qrcode[height=2cm]{https://github.com/username/project}
+
+% QR code with caption
+\begin{center}
+  \qrcode[height=3cm]{https://doi.org/10.1234/paper}\\
+  \small Scan for full paper
+\end{center}
+```
+
+**Digital Enhancements**:
+- Link to GitHub repositories for code
+- Link to video presentations or demos
+- Link to interactive web visualizations
+- Link to supplementary data or appendices
+
+### 10. Compilation and Output
+
+Generate high-quality PDF output for printing or digital display:
+
+**Compilation Commands**:
+```bash
+# Basic compilation
+pdflatex poster.tex
+
+# With bibliography
+pdflatex poster.tex
+bibtex poster
+pdflatex poster.tex
+pdflatex poster.tex
+
+# For beamer-based posters
+lualatex poster.tex  # Better font support
+xelatex poster.tex   # Unicode and modern fonts
+```
+
+**Ensuring Full Page Coverage**:
+
+Posters should use the entire page without excessive margins. Configure packages correctly:
+
+**beamerposter - Full Page Setup**:
+```latex
+\documentclass[final,t]{beamer}
+\usepackage[size=a0,scale=1.4,orientation=portrait]{beamerposter}
+
+% Remove default beamer margins
+\setbeamersize{text margin left=0mm, text margin right=0mm}
+
+% Use geometry for precise control
+\usepackage[margin=10mm]{geometry}  % 10mm margins all around
+
+% Remove navigation symbols
+\setbeamertemplate{navigation symbols}{}
+
+% Remove footline and headline if not needed
+\setbeamertemplate{footline}{}
+\setbeamertemplate{headline}{}
+```
+
+**tikzposter - Full Page Setup**:
+```latex
+\documentclass[
+  25pt,                      % Font scaling
+  a0paper,                   % Paper size
+  portrait,                  % Orientation
+  margin=10mm,               % Outer margins (minimal)
+  innermargin=15mm,          % Space inside blocks
+  blockverticalspace=15mm,   % Space between blocks
+  colspace=15mm,             % Space between columns
+  subcolspace=8mm            % Space between subcolumns
+]{tikzposter}
+
+% This ensures content fills the page
+```
+
+**baposter - Full Page Setup**:
+```latex
+\documentclass[a0paper,portrait,fontscale=0.285]{baposter}
+
+\begin{poster}{
+  grid=false,
+  columns=3,
+  colspacing=1.5em,          % Space between columns
+  eyecatcher=true,
+  background=plain,
+  bgColorOne=white,
+  borderColor=blue!50,
+  headerheight=0.12\textheight,  % 12% for header
+  textborder=roundedleft,
+  headerborder=closed,
+  boxheaderheight=2em        % Consistent box header heights
+}
+% Content here
+\end{poster}
+```
+
+**Common Issues and Fixes**:
+
+**Problem**: Large white margins around poster
+```latex
+% Fix for beamerposter
+\setbeamersize{text margin left=5mm, text margin right=5mm}
+
+% Fix for tikzposter
+\documentclass[..., margin=5mm, innermargin=10mm]{tikzposter}
+
+% Fix for baposter - adjust in document class
+\documentclass[a0paper, margin=5mm]{baposter}
+```
+
+**Problem**: Content doesn't fill vertical space
+```latex
+% Use \vfill between sections to distribute space
+\block{Introduction}{...}
+\vfill
+\block{Methods}{...}
+\vfill
+\block{Results}{...}
+
+% Or manually adjust block spacing
+\vspace{1cm}  % Add space between specific blocks
+```
+
+**Problem**: Poster extends beyond page boundaries
+```latex
+% Check total width calculation
+% For 3 columns with spacing:
+% Total = 3×columnwidth + 2×colspace + 2×margins
+% Ensure this equals \paperwidth
+
+% Debug by adding visible page boundary
+\usepackage{eso-pic}
+\AddToShipoutPictureBG{
+  \AtPageLowerLeft{
+    \put(0,0){\framebox(\LenToUnit{\paperwidth},\LenToUnit{\paperheight}){}}
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Print Preparation**:
+- Generate PDF/X-1a for professional printing
+- Embed all fonts
+- Convert colors to CMYK if required
+- Check resolution of all images (minimum 300 DPI)
+- Add bleed area if required by printer (usually 3-5mm)
+- Verify page size matches requirements exactly
+
+**Digital Display**:
+- RGB color space for screen display
+- Optimize file size for email/web
+- Test readability on different screens
+
+### 11. PDF Review and Quality Control
+
+**CRITICAL**: Always review the generated PDF before printing or presenting. Use this systematic checklist:
+
+**Step 1: Page Size Verification**
+```bash
+# Check PDF dimensions (should match poster size exactly)
+pdfinfo poster.pdf | grep "Page size"
+
+# Expected outputs:
+# A0: 2384 x 3370 points (841 x 1189 mm)
+# 36x48": 2592 x 3456 points
+# A1: 1684 x 2384 points (594 x 841 mm)
+```
+
+**Step 2: OVERFLOW CHECK (CRITICAL) - DO THIS IMMEDIATELY AFTER COMPILATION**
+
+**⚠️ THIS IS THE #1 CAUSE OF POSTER FAILURES. Check BEFORE proceeding.**
+
+**Step 2a: Check LaTeX Log File**
+```bash
+# Check for overflow warnings (these are ERRORS, not suggestions)
+grep -i "overfull\|underfull\|badbox" poster.log
+
+# ANY "Overfull" warning = content is cut off or extending beyond boundaries
+# FIX ALL OF THESE before proceeding
+```
+
+**Common overflow warnings and what they mean:**
+- `Overfull \hbox (15.2pt too wide)` → Text or graphic is 15.2pt wider than column
+- `Overfull \vbox (23.5pt too high)` → Content is 23.5pt taller than available space
+- `Badbox` → LaTeX struggling to fit content within boundaries
+
+**Step 2b: Visual Edge Inspection (100% zoom in PDF viewer)**
+
+**Check ALL FOUR EDGES systematically:**
+
+1. **TOP EDGE:**
+   - [ ] Title completely visible (not cut off)
+   - [ ] Author names fully visible
+   - [ ] No graphics touching top margin
+   - [ ] Header content within safe zone
+
+2. **BOTTOM EDGE:**
+   - [ ] References fully visible (not cut off)
+   - [ ] Acknowledgments complete
+   - [ ] Contact info readable
+   - [ ] No graphics cut off at bottom
+
+3. **LEFT EDGE:**
+   - [ ] No text touching left margin
+   - [ ] All bullet points fully visible
+   - [ ] Graphics have left margin (not bleeding off)
+   - [ ] Column content within bounds
+
+4. **RIGHT EDGE:**
+   - [ ] No text extending beyond right margin
+   - [ ] Graphics not cut off on right
+   - [ ] Column content stays within bounds
+   - [ ] QR codes fully visible
+
+5. **BETWEEN COLUMNS:**
+   - [ ] Content stays within individual columns
+   - [ ] No text bleeding into adjacent columns
+   - [ ] Figures respect column boundaries
+
+**If ANY check fails, you have overflow. FIX IMMEDIATELY before continuing:**
+
+**Fix hierarchy (try in order):**
+1. **Check AI-generated graphics first:**
+   - Are they too complex (5+ elements)? → Regenerate simpler
+   - Do they have tiny text? → Regenerate with "150pt+" fonts
+   - Are there too many? → Reduce number of figures
+
+2. **Reduce sections:**
+   - More than 5-6 sections? → Combine or remove
+   - Example: Merge "Discussion" into "Conclusions"
+
+3. **Cut text content:**
+   - More than 800 words total? → Cut to 300-500
+   - More than 100 words per section? → Cut to 50-80
+
+4. **Adjust figure sizing:**
+   - Using `width=\linewidth`? → Change to `width=0.85\linewidth`
+   - Using `width=1.0\columnwidth`? → Change to `width=0.9\columnwidth`
+
+5. **Increase margins (last resort):**
+   ```latex
+   \documentclass[25pt, a0paper, portrait, margin=25mm]{tikzposter}
+   ```
+
+**DO NOT proceed to Step 3 if ANY overflow exists.**
+
+**Step 3: Visual Inspection Checklist**
+
+Open PDF at 100% zoom and check:
+
+**Layout and Spacing**:
+- [ ] Content fills entire page (no large white margins)
+- [ ] Consistent spacing between columns
+- [ ] Consistent spacing between blocks/sections
+- [ ] All elements aligned properly (use ruler tool)
+- [ ] No overlapping text or figures
+- [ ] White space evenly distributed
+
+**Typography**:
+- [ ] Title clearly visible and large (72pt+)
+- [ ] Section headers readable (48-72pt)
+- [ ] Body text readable at 100% zoom (24-36pt minimum)
+- [ ] No text cutoff or running off edges
+- [ ] Consistent font usage throughout
+- [ ] All special characters render correctly (symbols, Greek letters)
+
+**Visual Elements**:
+- [ ] All figures display correctly
+- [ ] No pixelated or blurry images
+- [ ] Figure captions present and readable
+- [ ] Colors render as expected (not washed out or too dark)
+- [ ] Logos display clearly
+- [ ] QR codes visible and scannable
+
+**Content Completeness**:
+- [ ] Title and authors complete
+- [ ] All sections present (Intro, Methods, Results, Conclusions)
+- [ ] References included
+- [ ] Contact information visible
+- [ ] Acknowledgments (if applicable)
+- [ ] No placeholder text remaining (Lorem ipsum, TODO, etc.)
+
+**Technical Quality**:
+- [ ] No LaTeX compilation warnings in important areas
+- [ ] All citations resolved (no [?] marks)
+- [ ] All cross-references working
+- [ ] Page boundaries correct (no content cut off)
+
+**Step 4: Reduced-Scale Print Test**
+
+**Essential Pre-Printing Test**:
+```bash
+# Create reduced-size test print (25% of final size)
+# This simulates viewing full poster from ~8-10 feet
+
+# For A0 poster, print on A4 paper (24.7% scale)
+# For 36x48" poster, print on letter paper (~25% scale)
+```
+
+**Print Test Checklist**:
+- [ ] Title readable from 6 feet away
+- [ ] Section headers readable from 4 feet away
+- [ ] Body text readable from 2 feet away
+- [ ] Figures clear and understandable
+- [ ] Colors printed accurately
+- [ ] No obvious design flaws
+
+**Step 5: Digital Quality Checks**
+
+**Font Embedding Verification**:
+```bash
+# Check that all fonts are embedded (required for printing)
+pdffonts poster.pdf
+
+# All fonts should show "yes" in "emb" column
+# If any show "no", recompile with:
+pdflatex -dEmbedAllFonts=true poster.tex
+```
+
+**Image Resolution Check**:
+```bash
+# Extract image information
+pdfimages -list poster.pdf
+
+# Check that all images are at least 300 DPI
+# Formula: DPI = pixels / (inches in poster)
+# For A0 width (33.1"): 300 DPI = 9930 pixels minimum
+```
+
+**File Size Optimization**:
+```bash
+# For email/web, compress if needed (>50MB)
+gs -sDEVICE=pdfwrite -dCompatibilityLevel=1.4 \
+   -dPDFSETTINGS=/printer -dNOPAUSE -dQUIET -dBATCH \
+   -sOutputFile=poster_compressed.pdf poster.pdf
+
+# For printing, keep original (no compression)
+```
+
+**Step 6: Accessibility Check**
+
+**Color Contrast Verification**:
+- [ ] Text-background contrast ratio ≥ 4.5:1 (WCAG AA)
+- [ ] Important elements contrast ratio ≥ 7:1 (WCAG AAA)
+- Test online: https://webaim.org/resources/contrastchecker/
+
+**Color Blindness Simulation**:
+- [ ] View PDF through color blindness simulator
+- [ ] Information not lost with red-green simulation
+- [ ] Use Coblis (color-blindness.com) or similar tool
+
+**Step 7: Content Proofreading**
+
+**Systematic Review**:
+- [ ] Spell-check all text
+- [ ] Verify all author names and affiliations
+- [ ] Check all numbers and statistics for accuracy
+- [ ] Confirm all citations are correct
+- [ ] Review figure labels and captions
+- [ ] Check for typos in headers and titles
+
+**Peer Review**:
+- [ ] Ask colleague to review poster
+- [ ] 30-second test: Can they identify main message?
+- [ ] 5-minute review: Do they understand conclusions?
+- [ ] Note any confusing elements
+
+**Step 8: Technical Validation**
+
+**LaTeX Compilation Log Review**:
+```bash
+# Check for warnings in .log file
+grep -i "warning\|error\|overfull\|underfull" poster.log
+
+# Common issues to fix:
+# - Overfull hbox: Text extending beyond margins
+# - Underfull hbox: Excessive spacing
+# - Missing references: Citations not resolved
+# - Missing figures: Image files not found
+```
+
+**Fix Common Warnings**:
+```latex
+% Overfull hbox (text too wide)
+\usepackage{microtype}  % Better spacing
+\sloppy  % Allow slightly looser spacing
+\hyphenation{long-word}  % Manual hyphenation
+
+% Missing fonts
+\usepackage[T1]{fontenc}  % Better font encoding
+
+% Image not found
+% Ensure paths are correct and files exist
+\graphicspath{{./figures/}{./images/}}
+```
+
+**Step 9: Final Pre-Print Checklist**
+
+**Before Sending to Printer**:
+- [ ] PDF size exactly matches requirements (check with pdfinfo)
+- [ ] All fonts embedded (check with pdffonts)
+- [ ] Color mode correct (RGB for screen, CMYK for print if required)
+- [ ] Bleed area added if required (usually 3-5mm)
+- [ ] Crop marks visible if required
+- [ ] Test print completed and reviewed
+- [ ] File naming clear: [LastName]_[Conference]_Poster.pdf
+- [ ] Backup copy saved
+
+**Printing Specifications to Confirm**:
+- [ ] Paper type (matte vs. glossy)
+- [ ] Printing method (inkjet, large format, fabric)
+- [ ] Color profile (provided to printer if required)
+- [ ] Delivery deadline and shipping address
+- [ ] Tube or flat packaging preference
+
+**Digital Presentation Checklist**:
+- [ ] PDF size optimized (<10MB for email)
+- [ ] Tested on multiple PDF viewers (Adobe, Preview, etc.)
+- [ ] Displays correctly on different screens
+- [ ] QR codes tested and functional
+- [ ] Alternative formats prepared (PNG for social media)
+
+**Review Script** (Available in `scripts/review_poster.sh`):
+```bash
+#!/bin/bash
+# Automated poster PDF review script
+
+echo "Poster PDF Quality Check"
+echo "======================="
+
+# Check file exists
+if [ ! -f "$1" ]; then
+    echo "Error: File not found"
+    exit 1
+fi
+
+echo "File: $1"
+echo ""
+
+# Check page size
+echo "1. Page Dimensions:"
+pdfinfo "$1" | grep "Page size"
+echo ""
+
+# Check fonts
+echo "2. Font Embedding:"
+pdffonts "$1" | head -20
+echo ""
+
+# Check file size
+echo "3. File Size:"
+ls -lh "$1" | awk '{print $5}'
+echo ""
+
+# Count pages (should be 1 for poster)
+echo "4. Page Count:"
+pdfinfo "$1" | grep "Pages"
+echo ""
+
+echo "Manual checks required:"
+echo "- Visual inspection at 100% zoom"
+echo "- Reduced-scale print test (25%)"
+echo "- Color contrast verification"
+echo "- Proofreading for typos"
+```
+
+**Common PDF Issues and Solutions**:
+
+| Issue | Cause | Solution |
+|-------|-------|----------|
+| Large white margins | Incorrect margin settings | Reduce margin in documentclass |
+| Content cut off | Exceeds page boundaries | Check total width/height calculations |
+| Blurry images | Low resolution (<300 DPI) | Replace with higher resolution images |
+| Missing fonts | Fonts not embedded | Compile with -dEmbedAllFonts=true |
+| Wrong page size | Incorrect paper size setting | Verify documentclass paper size |
+| Colors look wrong | RGB vs CMYK mismatch | Convert color space for print |
+| File too large (>50MB) | Uncompressed images | Optimize images or compress PDF |
+| QR codes don't work | Too small or low resolution | Minimum 2×2cm, high contrast |
+
+### 11. Common Poster Content Patterns
+
+Effective content organization for different research types:
+
+**Experimental Research Poster**:
+1. Title and authors
+2. Introduction: Problem and hypothesis
+3. Methods: Experimental design (with diagram)
+4. Results: Key findings (2-4 main figures)
+5. Conclusions: Main takeaways (3-5 bullet points)
+6. Future work (optional)
+7. References and acknowledgments
+
+**Computational/Modeling Poster**:
+1. Title and authors
+2. Motivation: Problem statement
+3. Approach: Algorithm or model (with flowchart)
+4. Implementation: Technical details
+5. Results: Performance metrics and comparisons
+6. Applications: Use cases
+7. Code availability (QR code to GitHub)
+8. References
+
+**Review/Survey Poster**:
+1. Title and authors
+2. Scope: Topic overview
+3. Methods: Literature search strategy
+4. Key findings: Main themes (organized by category)
+5. Trends: Visualizations of publication patterns
+6. Gaps: Identified research needs
+7. Conclusions: Summary and implications
+8. References
+
+### 12. Accessibility and Inclusive Design
+
+Design posters that are accessible to diverse audiences:
+
+**Color Blindness Considerations**:
+- Avoid red-green combinations (most common color blindness)
+- Use patterns or shapes in addition to color
+- Test with color-blindness simulators
+- Provide high contrast (WCAG AA standard: 4.5:1 minimum)
+
+**Visual Impairment Accommodations**:
+- Large, clear fonts (minimum 24pt body text)
+- High contrast text and background
+- Clear visual hierarchy
+- Avoid complex textures or patterns in backgrounds
+
+**Language and Content**:
+- Clear, concise language
+- Define acronyms and jargon
+- International audience considerations
+- Consider multilingual QR code options for global conferences
+
+### 13. Poster Presentation Best Practices
+
+Guidance beyond LaTeX for effective poster sessions:
+
+**Content Strategy**:
+- Tell a story, don't just list facts
+- Focus on 1-3 main messages
+- Use visual abstract or graphical summary
+- Leave room for conversation (don't over-explain)
+
+**Physical Presentation Tips**:
+- Bring printed handouts or business cards with QR code
+- Prepare 30-second, 2-minute, and 5-minute verbal summaries
+- Stand to the side, not blocking the poster
+- Engage viewers with open-ended questions
+
+**Digital Backups**:
+- Save poster as PDF on mobile device
+- Prepare digital version for email sharing
+- Create social media-friendly image version
+- Have backup printed copy or digital display option
+
+## Workflow for Poster Creation
+
+### Stage 1: Planning and Content Development
+
+1. **Determine poster requirements**:
+   - Conference size specifications (A0, 36×48", etc.)
+   - Orientation (portrait vs. landscape)
+   - Submission deadlines and format requirements
+
+2. **Develop content outline**:
+   - Identify 1-3 core messages
+   - Select key figures (typically 3-6 main visuals)
+   - Draft concise text for each section (bullet points preferred)
+   - Aim for 300-800 words total
+
+3. **Choose LaTeX package**:
+   - beamerposter: If familiar with Beamer, need institutional themes
+   - tikzposter: For modern, colorful designs with flexibility
+   - baposter: For structured, professional multi-column layouts
+
+### Stage 2: Generate Visual Elements (AI-Powered)
+
+**CRITICAL: Generate SIMPLE figures with MINIMAL content. Each graphic = ONE message.**
+
+**Content limits:**
+- Maximum 4-5 elements per graphic
+- Maximum 15 words total per graphic
+- 50% white space minimum
+- GIANT fonts (80pt+ for labels, 120pt+ for key numbers)
+
+1. **Create figures directory**:
+   ```bash
+   mkdir -p figures
+   ```
+
+2. **Generate SIMPLE visual elements**:
+   ```bash
+   # Introduction - ONLY 3 icons/elements
+   python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. SIMPLE visual with ONLY 3 elements: [icon1] [icon2] [icon3]. ONE word labels (80pt+). 50% white space. Readable from 8 feet." -o figures/intro.png
+   
+   # Methods - ONLY 4 steps maximum
+   python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. SIMPLE flowchart with ONLY 4 boxes: STEP1 → STEP2 → STEP3 → STEP4. GIANT labels (100pt+). 50% white space. NO sub-steps." -o figures/methods.png
+   
+   # Results - ONLY 3 bars/comparisons
+   python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. SIMPLE chart with ONLY 3 bars. GIANT percentages ON bars (120pt+). NO axis, NO legend. 50% white space." -o figures/results.png
+   
+   # Conclusions - EXACTLY 3 items with GIANT numbers
+   python scripts/generate_schematic.py "POSTER FORMAT for A0. EXACTLY 3 key findings: '[NUMBER]' (150pt) '[LABEL]' (60pt) for each. 50% white space. NO other text." -o figures/conclusions.png
+   ```
+
+3. **Review generated figures - check for overflow:**
+   - **View at 25% zoom**: All text still readable?
+   - **Count elements**: More than 5? → Regenerate simpler
+   - **Check white space**: Less than 40%? → Add "60% white space" to prompt
+   - **Font too small?**: Add "EVEN LARGER" or increase pt sizes
+   - **Still overflowing?**: Reduce to 3 elements instead of 4-5
+
+### Stage 3: Design and Layout
+
+1. **Select or create template**:
+   - Start with provided templates in `assets/`
+   - Customize color scheme to match branding
+   - Configure page size and orientation
+
+2. **Design layout structure**:
+   - Plan column structure (2, 3, or 4 columns)
+   - Map content flow (typically left-to-right, top-to-bottom)
+   - Allocate space for title (10-15%), content (70-80%), footer (5-10%)
+
+3. **Set typography**:
+   - Configure font sizes for different hierarchy levels
+   - Ensure minimum 24pt body text
+   - Test readability from 4-6 feet distance
+
+### Stage 4: Content Integration
+
+1. **Create poster header**:
+   - Title (concise, descriptive, 10-15 words)
+   - Authors and affiliations
+   - Institution logos (high-resolution)
+   - Conference logo if required
+
+2. **Integrate AI-generated figures**:
+   - Add all figures from Stage 2 to appropriate sections
+   - Use `\includegraphics` with proper sizing
+   - Ensure figures dominate each section (visuals first, text second)
+   - Center figures within blocks for visual impact
+
+3. **Add minimal supporting text**:
+   - Keep text minimal and scannable (300-800 words total)
+   - Use bullet points, not paragraphs
+   - Write in active voice
+   - Text should complement figures, not duplicate them
+
+4. **Add supplementary elements**:
+   - QR codes for supplementary materials
+   - References (cite key papers only, 5-10 typical)
+   - Contact information and acknowledgments
+
+### Stage 5: Refinement and Testing
+
+1. **Review and iterate**:
+   - Check for typos and errors
+   - Verify all figures are high resolution
+   - Ensure consistent formatting
+   - Confirm color scheme works well together
+
+2. **Test readability**:
+   - Print at 25% scale and read from 2-3 feet (simulates poster from 8-12 feet)
+   - Check color on different monitors
+   - Verify QR codes function correctly
+   - Ask colleague to review
+
+3. **Optimize for printing**:
+   - Embed all fonts in PDF
+   - Verify image resolution
+   - Check PDF size requirements
+   - Include bleed area if required
+
+### Stage 6: Compilation and Delivery
+
+1. **Compile final PDF**:
+   ```bash
+   pdflatex poster.tex
+   # Or for better font support:
+   lualatex poster.tex
+   ```
+
+2. **Verify output quality**:
+   - Check all elements are visible and correctly positioned
+   - Zoom to 100% and inspect figure quality
+   - Verify colors match expectations
+   - Confirm PDF opens correctly on different viewers
+
+3. **Prepare for printing**:
+   - Export as PDF/X-1a if required
+   - Save backup copies
+   - Get test print on regular paper first
+   - Order professional printing 2-3 days before deadline
+
+4. **Create supplementary materials**:
+   - Save PNG/JPG version for social media
+   - Create handout version (8.5×11" summary)
+   - Prepare digital version for email sharing
+
+## Integration with Other Skills
+
+This skill works effectively with:
+- **Scientific Schematics**: CRITICAL - Use for generating all poster diagrams and flowcharts
+- **Generate Image / Nano Banana Pro**: For stylized graphics, conceptual illustrations, and summary visuals
+- **Scientific Writing**: For developing poster content from papers
+- **Literature Review**: For contextualizing research
+- **Data Analysis**: For creating result figures and charts
+
+**Recommended workflow**: Always use scientific-schematics and generate-image skills BEFORE creating the LaTeX poster to generate all visual elements.
+
+## Common Pitfalls to Avoid
+
+**AI-Generated Graphics Mistakes (MOST COMMON):**
+- ❌ Too many elements in one graphic (10+ items) → Keep to 3-5 max
+- ❌ Text too small in AI graphics → Specify "GIANT (100pt+)" or "HUGE (150pt+)"
+- ❌ Too much detail in prompts → Use "SIMPLE" and "ONLY X elements"
+- ❌ No white space specification → Add "50% white space" to every prompt
+- ❌ Complex flowcharts with 8+ steps → Limit to 4-5 steps maximum
+- ❌ Comparison charts with 6+ items → Limit to 3 items maximum
+- ❌ Key findings with 5+ metrics → Show only top 3
+
+**Fixing Overflow in AI Graphics:**
+If your AI-generated graphics are overflowing or have small text:
+1. Add "SIMPLER" or "ONLY 3 elements" to prompt
+2. Increase font sizes: "150pt+" instead of "80pt+"
+3. Add "60% white space" instead of "50%"
+4. Remove sub-details: "NO sub-steps", "NO axis labels", "NO legend"
+5. Regenerate with fewer elements
+
+**Design Mistakes**:
+- ❌ Too much text (over 1000 words)
+- ❌ Font sizes too small (under 24pt body text)
+- ❌ Low-contrast color combinations
+- ❌ Cluttered layout with no white space
+- ❌ Inconsistent styling across sections
+- ❌ Poor quality or pixelated images
+
+**Content Mistakes**:
+- ❌ No clear narrative or message
+- ❌ Too many research questions or objectives
+- ❌ Overuse of jargon without definitions
+- ❌ Results without context or interpretation
+- ❌ Missing author contact information
+
+**Technical Mistakes**:
+- ❌ Wrong poster dimensions for conference requirements
+- ❌ RGB colors sent to CMYK printer (color shift)
+- ❌ Fonts not embedded in PDF
+- ❌ File size too large for submission portal
+- ❌ QR codes too small or not tested
+
+**Best Practices**:
+- ✅ Generate SIMPLE AI graphics with 3-5 elements max
+- ✅ Use GIANT fonts (100pt+) for key numbers in graphics
+- ✅ Specify "50% white space" in every AI prompt
+- ✅ Follow conference size specifications exactly
+- ✅ Test print at reduced scale before final printing
+- ✅ Use high-contrast, accessible color schemes
+- ✅ Keep text minimal and highly scannable
+- ✅ Include clear contact information and QR codes
+- ✅ Proofread carefully (errors are magnified on posters!)
+
+## Package Installation
+
+Ensure required LaTeX packages are installed:
+
+```bash
+# For TeX Live (Linux/Mac)
+tlmgr install beamerposter tikzposter baposter
+
+# For MiKTeX (Windows)
+# Packages typically auto-install on first use
+
+# Additional recommended packages
+tlmgr install qrcode graphics xcolor tcolorbox subcaption
+```
+
+## Scripts and Automation
+
+Helper scripts available in `scripts/` directory:
+
+- `compile_poster.sh`: Automated compilation with error handling
+- `generate_template.py`: Interactive template generator
+- `resize_images.py`: Batch image optimization for posters
+- `poster_checklist.py`: Pre-submission validation tool
+
+## References
+
+Comprehensive reference files for detailed guidance:
+
+- `references/latex_poster_packages.md`: Detailed comparison of beamerposter, tikzposter, and baposter with examples
+- `references/poster_layout_design.md`: Layout principles, grid systems, and visual flow
+- `references/poster_design_principles.md`: Typography, color theory, visual hierarchy, and accessibility
+- `references/poster_content_guide.md`: Content organization, writing style, and section-specific guidance
+
+## Templates
+
+Ready-to-use poster templates in `assets/` directory:
+
+- beamerposter templates (classic, modern, colorful)
+- tikzposter templates (default, rays, wave, envelope)
+- baposter templates (portrait, landscape, minimal)
+- Example posters from various scientific disciplines
+- Color scheme definitions and institutional templates
+
+Load these templates and customize for your specific research and conference requirements.
+