Biophysical Society Newsletter | December 2017

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BIOPHYSICAL SOCIETY NEWSLETTER

DECEMBER

Student Center Suleyman Bozal

From the BPS Blog http://biophysicalsociety.wordpress.com

Department of Molecular and Cell Biology

The Biophysical Society is committed to leading the development and dissemination of knowledge in bio- physics. It does so through its many programs, includ- ing its meetings, publications, and committee outreach activities. Consider making a donation to your society today! * Your donation will help: •Fund travel awards and grants •Provide bridging funds We spoke to Biophysical Society council member Joanna Swain, Bristol-Myers Squibb, about her research, meeting her heroes, and what she loves about living in New England. https://biophysicalsociety.wordpress. com/2017/11/10/get-to-know-joanna-swain-bps- council-member/ Importance of Biophysics in Breast Cancer Progression October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the United States. We spoke with University of California, San Diego, graduate student Pranjali Beri and her Principal Investigator, BPS member Adam J. Engler , about their research on breast can- cer and other epithelial-based cancers. https://biophysicalsociety.wordpress. com/2017/10/11/importance-of-biophysics-in- breast-cancer-progression/ Get to Know: Joanna Swain, BPS Council Member

University of Connecticut

Suleyman Bozal

Q: What has been your favorite course while studying biophysics? Why?

My favorite course while studying biophysics has been Genetics with Dr. Mark Longo . Al- though introductory, this class has provided the framework with which I am able to ask ques- tions involving the complexities of our genome, as well as the genetic underpinnings of disease. The lectures included content involving recent advancements in genome editing and epigenetic regulation. Coupled with more advanced courses and lectures, including the Summer Program in Biophysics, this course has given me the motiva- tion to pursue biophysical answers to questions in translational science.

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