Biophysical Society Bulletin | April 2020

President’s Message

Officers President Catherine A. Royer President-Elect Frances Separovic Past-President David W. Piston Secretary Erin Sheets Treasurer Kalina Hristova Council Linda Columbus Michelle A. Digman

The Council meetings closed with numerous, substantial new business discussions including an amplified focus on fostering and supporting diversity across the Society, consideration for BPS impact on climate change, and the launch of a panel to make strategic recommendations for the Biophysical Journal . There is much work for BPS Committees, volunteers, and staff to

do before Council reconvenes at the end of May. We welcome your feedback and questions at any time as we all strive to deliver on the mission, vision, and values of the Biophysical Society. — Catherine A. Royer , President — Jennifer Pesanelli , Executive Officer

Erin C. Dueber Marta Filizola Gilad Haran

Francesca Marassi Joseph A. Mindell Carolyn A. Moores

Anna Moroni Jennifer Ross David Stokes Pernilla Wittung-Stafeshede Biophysical Journal Jane Dyson Editor-in-Chief The Biophysicist Sam Safran Editor-in-Chief

THANK YOU! Volunteers Make It Possible.

The Biophysical Society extends its sincere thanks to members who volunteer their time and efforts in supporting the Society. The work of the Society would not be possible if it were not for your contributions. Together, WE can make a difference!

Society Office Jennifer Pesanelli Executive Officer Newsletter Executive Editor Jennifer Pesanelli Managing Editor Beth Staehle

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