Biophysical Society Thematic Meeting - October 13-15, 2015

Biophysics of Proteins at Surfaces: Assembly, Activation, Signaling

Welcome Letter

October 2015

Dear Colleagues, We would like to welcome you to the Biophysical Society Thematic Meeting on Biophysics of Proteins at Surfaces: Assembly, Activation, Signaling . We have assembled a stimulating program, with lectures focusing on different aspects related to biophysics that defines fine-tuning of protein function through their assembly into biological or engineered surfaces. Particular aspects that will be covered in the Meeting will include i) the effect of the interaction with surfaces on the molecular structure of proteins and protein assemblies, with special interest in the modulation by surface-promoted orientation and two-dimensional accumulation of lipid- protein and protein-protein interactions; ii) the effect of two-dimensional organization and entropy loss on the modulation of protein function; and iii) the potential of introducing properly engineered surfaces to generate new or improved protein-based applications. We strongly hope that the meeting will not only provide a venue for sharing recent and exciting progress, but also promote fruitful discussions and foster future collaborations in the search of general principles of surface biophysics defining and exploiting protein structure and function. The conference offers a full program with almost 50 lectures and 40 posters, bringing together around 100 well recognized scientists from different fields and countries, promising a truly international and multidisciplinary inspiring environment. We also encourage you to take part in social and cultural activities, enjoying the multicultural and cosmopolitan spirit of Madrid. Thank you all for joining our Thematic Meeting, and we look forward to enjoying biophysics with all of you in Madrid!

Sincerely yours, The Organizing Committee Félix Goñi

Margie Longo Jesús Pérez-Gil Nancy Thompson Marisela Vélez