Biophysical Society Newsletter - February 2016

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BIOPHYSICAL SOCIETY NEWSLETTER 10 FEBRUARY 2016
What You Should Know Before
Heading to the Annual Meeting
Registration
Look for your registration confirmation with
a QR code by email, Wednesday, February 17.
Print this confirmation and bring it with you
to pick up your badge and meeting materials.
Registration, badge pick-up, scientific sessions,
and posters are all located in the Los Angeles
Convention Center West Hall.
Housing Confirmation
If you booked your hotel reservation through
the official BPS housing bureau, CHP Hous-
ing, you should have received your confirma-
tion. If you have not received your confirma-
tion, contact the housing bureau directly toll
free at 1-800-274-9481. Outside the United
States, please call 1-415-813-6088 and select
option 4.
Art of Science Image
Contest
The ten finalists’ images will be on display in
the Exhibit Hall. Cast your vote for your two
favorite images while visiting the Hall.
Ballots will be distributed with your badge at
the onsite registration desks.
Poster Printing
Service/Poster Pick-Up
Have your scientific poster printed and ready
for pick-up in the West Lobby of the Los
Angeles Convention Center. Options include
a smooth matte vinyl or polyester fabric. Place
your order by February 24 for discounted rates
by going to
Navigating the Meeting
With so many scientific and educational
sessions, it can be difficult to decide what to
attend. Take some time before the meeting to
look through the sessions by:
Building your itinerary through the
Desktop Planner and sync with the BPS
mobile app;
Downloading the BPS mobile app
available on all platforms;
Picking up a printed Annual Meeting
Program at registration or view online; or
Viewing the Abstracts Issue for the
Annual Meeting by going to
Daily Meet-up
Interested in making new acquaintances and
experiencing the cuisine of Los Angeles? Meet
at the Society Booth each evening, Sunday
through Tuesday, at 5:30 pm where a BPS
member will coordinate dinner at a local
restaurant.
Undergraduate Student
Lounge
Undergraduates can utilize the student lounge
for a place to relax or catch up on coursework
being missed while at the Annual Meeting.