Biophysical Society 60th Annual Meeting

General Information All functions will be held in the Los Angeles Convention Center , unless otherwise noted.

Badges Badges are required for admission to all scientific sessions, including Saturday subgroup symposia, poster areas, exhibits, and social functions. A guest badge for non-scientific guests can be purchased for $65 at the on-site Registration Counter located in the West Lobby. Guest registra- tion includes admittance to the Opening Mixer on Saturday night and Reception on Monday night. It does not include admission to scientific sessions, posters, or exhibits. Banking and Currency Exchange Foreign currency exchange and other bank transactions can be done during regular bank business hours at the First Republic Bank, 888 S. Figueroa Street #100, Los Angeles, CA 90017. Monday–Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm Saturday & Sunday Closed ATM is open 24 hours. ATMs are also available in the Los Angeles Convention Center in the Concourse Corridor as well as in West Hall. Business Center, Concourse Hall The Los Angeles Convention Center provides a full service business center for the convenience of attendees and exhibitors. Services include photocopying, faxing, computer work stations, and printing services. Shipping is provided through UPS. The business center is located in the Concourse Hall, which joins the West Hall and South Hall. To contact the business center, call (626) 744-1333 or email rkyle@iqcopy.com. Saturday – Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm Career Center, Room 518 Services are available for both those seeking a position and employers with positions to fill. Please note, the career center is the only place to post job openings. Unauthorized notices placed elsewhere in the Los Angeles Convention Center will be removed. Saturday 12:00 noon–7:00 pm Sunday–Tuesday 8:00 am–5:30 pm Certificates of Attendance Certificates of Attendance may be obtained in person in the Society Meeting Office, in room 509A, or at the Society Help Desk located at registration in the West Lobby. Code of Conduct The Biophysical Society Annual Meeting provides an environment that encourages free and respectful expression and exchange of scientific ideas. Please review the code of conduct (page VI) that all meeting participants must follow.

Coat Check/Luggage Storage, West Lobby The cost is $3.00 per checked item. Please do not bring luggage to meet- ing rooms. If you are planning to check items, please plan to arrive early to ensure that you are not late for sessions due to long lines.

Saturday

8:30 am–7:30 pm 7:30 am–6:30 pm 7:30 am–3:30 pm

Sunday–Tuesday

Wednesday

Daily Meet-up Interested in making new acquaintances and experiencing the cuisine of Los Angeles? Meet at the Society Booth each evening, Sunday through Tuesday, at 5:30 pm where a BPS member will coordinate dinner at a local restaurant. Exhibits, West Hall The Exhibit Hall features the most advanced equipment, products, services, and publications available. A list of exhibitors as of January 15, 2016 can be found beginning on page 165. Please see Addendum for those registered after January 15, 2016.

Sunday Monday Tuesday

10:00 am–5:00 pm 10:00 am–5:00 pm 10:00 am–4:30 pm

Exhibitor Coupons Pick up the Exhibitor Coupons at the on-site registration counters and inside the Exhibit Hall next to the push pin stations. The coupons are valid for special offers and discounts on exhibiting company’s products and services. Family Room, Room 507 The Family Room is equipped with diapers, electrical outlets for pumps, labels for breast milk, plastic bags for disposing of diapers, a small refrig- erator, private areas for nursing, and a small area for rest and play.

Friday

2:00 pm–5:00 pm 8:00 am–7:00 pm 7:30 am–10:00 pm 8:00 am–3:30 pm

Saturday

Sunday–Tuesday

Wednesday

First Aid, Outside Petree Hall In case of medical emergency, dial x5133 from any house phone or 213-765-4605 from a cell phone. The First Aid Room is located outside of Petree Hall. For other minor medical needs, this room will be staffed with First Aid Administrators trained in First Aid Response during the hours below.

Saturday, February 27 8:00 am–6:30 pm Sunday, February 28  7:30 am–6:30 pm Monday, February 29 7:30 am–9:00 pm Tuesday, March 1 7:30 am–6:30 pm Wednesday, March 2 7:30 am–9:00 pm

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