Biophysical Society Bulletin | April 2023

Member Corner

Members in the News

Three Biophysical Society members were named 2023 Sloan Research Fellows by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. For Chemistry: Giulia Palermo , University of California, Riverside and member since 2014;

For Neuroscience: John Jimah , Princeton University and member since 2018; and For Physics: Alison Patteson , Syracuse University and member since 2021.

Giulia Palermo

John Jimah*

Alison Patteson

*Photo courtesy of Todd Reichart, Department of Molecular Biology, Princeton University

Grants & Opportunities The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research – Emerging Leader Award This foundation supports grants of $750,000 over three years for innovative cancer research from the next gener ation of leaders. Who can apply: Applicants must have an MD, PhD, or equivalent degree; must be employed by a U.S. or Cana dian non-profit academic institution; and must be three to eight years from the start of an independent faculty appointment. Visit the website for full eligibility require ments. Deadline: Letter of intent due by May 1, 2023; full applications by invitation only. Website: https:/ themarkfoundation.org/emerging-lead er-award-2/

Benjamin Franklin Medals The Franklin Institute invites nominations for Benjamin Franklin Medals, presented in the following disciplines of science and engineering: Chemistry, Civil and Mechani cal Engineering, Computer and Cognitive Science, Earth and Environmental Science, Electrical Engineering, Life Science, and Physics. Who can apply: This is an international competition for individuals whose work has had a significant impact on the aforementioned fields of science and engineering and is not restricted by specific theme or topic. Deadline: Nominations are accepted at any time through out the year. The process from nomination to award typically takes a minimum of two years. Website: https:/www.fi.edu/en/awards/benjamin-frank lin-medals-nominations

Student Spotlight

Juliet Obi Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy University of Maryland, Baltimore What skill have you learned in your studies that you find useful in other aspects of your life? I have found problem solving to be a very valuable skill that is useful in other aspects of my life. Throughout my PhD studies, I have learned how to approach any problem I encounter as an opportunity to find logical solutions that will advance my knowledge and improve my expertise in my field. I find this very useful in other aspects of my life because it helps me channel my energy into finding creative solutions to problems I encounter.

Juliet Obi

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