Biophysical Newsletter - September 2014

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BIOPHYSICAL SOCIETY NEWSLETTER

2014

SEPTEMBER

BRIDGING THE SCIENCES: COMPUTATION AND EXPERIMENT

Student Research Achievement Awards (SRAA)

Industry/Agency Opportunities Fair Tuesday, February 10, 1-3 pm In response to requests for more informa- tion on careers in the private sector, the Society is hosting its first ever industry/agency op- portunities fair. Exhibitors, companies, and agen- cies will be participating and talking about career opportunities at their organizations. Whether you are currently seeking your next opportunity, considering future options, or just curious, plan to attend and learn more about working outside academia.

Sunday, February 8, 6-9 pm

The Student Research Achievement Award (SRAA) competition gives students the opportunity to present their poster to senior researchers in their field. Monetary awards will be granted to winners in each category. Encour- age your students attending the Annual Meeting to register for the competition. The deadline for registration is October 3, 2014. 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, postdoctoral fellows, and senior scientists to recognize excellence in biophysics and promote greater interaction among biophysicists throughout the world. The deadline to apply is October 3, 2014.

Extend Your Stay Visit these top attractions while visiting Baltimore! • Maryland Science Center

• Port Discovery Children's Museum

• Baltimore Aquarium

• American Visionary Art Museum

• Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum