Biophysical Society Bulletin | January 2024

Member Corner

Members in the News

Two Society members received a Cottrell Scholar Collaborative Award: Rigoberto Hernandez , Johns Hopkins University and member since 2006, for leading the Academic Lead ership Training (ALT) 2.0 Program; and Jennifer Ross , Syracuse University and member since 2002, for leading the Lead Better, Disrupt Barriers, and Have an Impact Project.

Paul Wiseman , McGill University and Society member since 1998, was named a Fellow of the Biophysical Society of Canada.

Jennifer Ross

Paul Wiseman

Grants & Opportunities

The L’Oreal USA For Women in Science Foundation This foundation is seeking five exceptional female scien tists looking to advance their research and serve as role models for the next generation of girls in STEM. Who can apply: Candidates must have completed their PhD and started in their postdoctoral research position by the application deadline, must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and must be female. Deadline: January 26, 2024 Website: https:/ www.loreal.com/en/usa/pages/group/ fwis/

2024 Lasker Awards The Albert Lasker Basic Research Award is for a funda mental discovery that opens up a new area of biomedical science. The Lasker-DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award is for a major advance that improves the lives of many thousands of people. Who can apply: Anyone who has made an original and significant contribution in basic or clinical medical re search, or in public service, is eligible for nomination. Nominees may reside in any country. Self-nominations will not be considered. Deadline: February 5, 2024 Website: https:/ laskerfoundation.org/awards/about-the awards/

Student Spotlight

Ghiska Ramahdita Washington University in St. Louis What skill have you learned in your studies that you find useful in other aspects of your life?

Much like cells sense, perceive, and respond to their physical environment, my studies in biophysics and mechano biology have taught me adaptability. I have learned to embrace new challenges, allowing myself time to process and respond effectively, and will keep applying this transferable skill to various aspects of life.

Ghiska Ramahdita

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