Biophysical Society 61st Annual Meeting | Program Guide

General Information All functions will be held in the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center , unless otherwise noted.

Badges Badges are required for admission to all scientific sessions, including Saturday subgroup symposia, poster areas, exhibits, and social func- tions. A guest badge for non-scientific guests can be purchased for $65 at the on-site Registration Counter located in Lobby B. 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 dur- ing regular bank business hours at the Whitney Bank-Morgan State, 430 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130. Monday–Thursday 9:00 am–4:30 pm Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm Saturday–Sunday Closed ATM is open 24 hours. ATMs are also available in the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in Lobby B2. Business Center, The UPS Store The Ernest N. Morial 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 at 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130. To contact the business center, call (504) 670-8941 or email store6216@theupsstore.com. Saturday 9:00 am–1:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am–3:00 pm Monday–Friday 9:00 am–5:30 pm Career Development Center, Room 212/213 Services are available for both those seeking a position and employers with positions to fill. Please note, the career development center is the only place to post job openings. Unauthorized notices placed elsewhere in the Ernest N. Morial 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 201/202, or at the Society Help Desk located at registration in Lobby B. 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, Lobby A 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 New Orleans? 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, Hall B-2 and C The Exhibit Hall features the most advanced equipment, products, ser- vices, and publications available. A list of exhibitors as of January 9, 2017 can be found beginning on page 157. Please see Addendum for those registered after January 2, 2017. 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 companies products and services. Family Room, Room 216 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. Sunday Monday Tuesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm 10:00 am–5:00 pm 10:00 am–4:30 pm

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, Lobby B In case of medical emergency, dial 504-528-3040 for the MCC Public Safety 24-Hour Base Station. For other minor medical needs, this room will be staffed with First Aid Administrators trained in First Aid Response during the hours below.

Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday

8:00 am–6:30 pm 7:30 am–6:30 pm 7:30 am–9:00 pm 7:30 am–6:30 pm 7:30 am–3:30 pm

Wednesday

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