Biophysical Society Newsletter | September 2017

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BIOPHYSICAL SOCIETY NEWSLETTER

SEPTEMBER

Connect through Research!

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Networking is one of the most effective ways to advance your career! Submitting an abstract gives you a chance to connect with more than 6,500 researchers in biophysics from around the world. Be designated as one of nearly 900 post- ers held each day of the meeting, or be consid- ered for one of more than 500 oral presentation slots in platform sessions. Don’t miss out on all the benefits that sharing your research can offer! Benefits to you: • Strategic Connections. Meet new contacts, re- connect with former colleagues, and reach out through a wide array of networking opportu- nities in this interdisciplinary environment. • A Visible Platform. Submit your abstract by the October 2, 2017, deadline to be con- sidered for over 500 oral presentation slots in platform sessions where you present your research to the BPS community. • Publication Credit. Have your accepted ab- stract published and included in a supplement to the Biophysical Journal . • Constructive Feedback. Get insightful reac- tions to the ideas and approaches in your Student Research Achievement Awards (SRAA) The Student Research Achievement Award (SRAA) competition provides students the opportunity to pres- ent their poster to senior researchers in their field. If you are a student presenting a poster, this is an excellent op- portunity to hone your presentation skills. If you are a faculty member, please encourage your students attend- ing the Annual Meeting to register for the competition.

research methods from respected industry colleagues. • Professional Development. Enhance your CV as a presenting author. Benefits to your lab or institution: • Increased Visibility. Gain exposure for your organization and funding institutions. • Shared Knowledge. Bring the ideas and meth- ods you learn back to your home institution, along with valuable, constructive feedback on your presented research. • New Collaborators. Find opportunities to col- laborate with other labs and leading research- ers. Benefits to the biophysics community: • Idea Contribution. Enrich the experience of fellow attendees and contribute by sharing ideas. • Industry Knowledge. Continue to build a growing body of useful, practical solutions to problems and research studies. Travel Awards Are you in need of supplemental funding so that you or your students can attend the Annual Meeting? The Biophysical Society provides travel awards to the Annual Meeting for students and scientists of all career levels, to recognize excellence in biophysics and promote greater interaction among biophysicists throughout the world. There are several categories of awards; please visit the Annual Meeting site for eligibility and application information. Applicants must submit their abstract by the October 2 deadline and apply for Travel Awards by October 4, 2017.

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Participants must submit their abstract by the October 2 deadline and register for the SRAA Competition by October 4, 2017.