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Biophysical Society 59 th Annual Meeting, Baltimore, Maryland
General Information
All functions will be held in the Baltimore Convention Center, unless otherwise noted.
Badges
Badges are required for admission to all scientific sessions, including
Saturday subgroup symposia, poster areas, exhibits, and social
functions. A guest badge for non-scientific guests can be purchased
for $65 at the on-site Registration Counter located in the Charles
Street Lobby. Guest registration includes admittance to the Opening
Mixer on Saturday night and Reception on Monday night. It does not
include admission to scientific sessions, posters, or exhibits.
Banking and Currency Exchange
Foreign currency exchange and other bank transactions can be done
during regular bank business hours at Bank of America, 100 South
Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. ATMs are also available in the
Baltimore Convention Center.
Monday–Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed
ATM is open 24 hours.
Business Center, 300 Level
The Baltimore Convention Center provides a full service business
center for the convenience of attendees and exhibitors. Services include
photocopying, faxing, computer work stations, and printing services.
Shipping is provided through UPS. The business center is located in
the Pratt Street Lobby adjacent to Room 334. To contact the business
center, call (410) 649-7194 or email
cjohnson@abcimaging.com.Saturday–Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
Career Center, Room 301/302/303
Services are available for both those seeking a position and
employers with positions to fill. Please note, the Career Center is
the only place to post job openings. Unauthorized notices placed
elsewhere in the Baltimore Convention Center will be removed.
Saturday
12:00 noon–7:00 pm
Sunday–Tuesday
8:00 am–5:30 pm
Certificates of Attendance
Certificates of Attendance may be obtained in person in the Society
Meeting Office, in the VIP Lounge, or at the Society Help Desk
located at registration in the Charles Street Lobby.
Child Care
Child care is provided by KiddieCorp. On-site registration is available
on a limited basis. Visit the BPS Meeting Office, in the VIP Lounge,
for additional information.
Coat Check/Luggage Storage, Charles Street Lobby
The cost is $2.00 per checked item. Please do not bring luggage
to meeting rooms. If you are planning to check items, please plan
to arrive early to ensure that you are not late for sessions due to
long lines.
Saturday
8:00 am–7:30 pm
Sunday–Tuesday
7:30 am–6:30 pm
Wednesday
7:30 am–4:00 pm
Daily Meet-Up
Interested in making new acquaintances and experiencing the cuisine
of Baltimore? 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.
Exhibits, Exhibit Hall A-E
The Exhibit Hall features the most advanced equipment, products,
services, and publications available. A list of exhibitors as of 11/21/14
can be found beginning on page 188. Please see Addendum for
those registered after 11/21/14.
Sunday
10:00 am–5:00 pm
Monday
10:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday
10:00 am–4:30 pm
Exhibitor Coupons
Pick up
the Exhibitor Coupons at the on-site registration counters
and inside the Exhibit Hall next to the push pin stations. The
coupons are valid for special offers and discounts on exhibiting
company’s products and services.
Family Room, Room 335
The Family Room is equipped with diapers, electrical outlets for pumps,
labels for breast milk, plastic bags for disposing of diapers, a small
refrigerator, private areas for nursing, and a small area for rest and play.
Friday
2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Saturday
8:00 am–7:00 pm
Sunday–Tuesday 7:30 am–10:00 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am–3:30 pm
First Aid, Exhibit Hall E
In case of medical emergency, dial x7055 from any house phone or
(410) 649-7055 from a cell phone. The First Aid Room is located
behind Hall E. For other minor medical needs, this room will be
staffed with First Aid Administrators trained in First Aid Response
during the hours below.
Saturday, February 7 8:30 am–6:00 pm
Sunday, February 8
8:00 am–6:00 pm
Monday, February 9 8:00 am–6:00 pm and 7:30 pm–9:30 pm
Tuesday, February 10 8:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday, February 11 8:00 am–6:00 pm
Hotel Telephone Numbers
Hilton Baltimore
443-573-8700
Baltimore Harbor Hotel
410-752-1100
Days Inn Inner Harbor
800-615-3107
Hampton Inn Baltimore/Downtown
410-685-5000
Hampton Inn and Suites Baltimore Inner Harbor 410-539-7888
Holiday Inn Inner Harbor
410-685-3500
Hotel Monaco
443-692-6170
Hyatt Regency
410-528-1234
Lord Baltimore Hotel
855-539-1928
Marriott Inner Harbor
410-962-0202
Marriott Waterfront
410-385-3000
Renaissance Harborplace
410-547-1200
Sheraton Inner Harbor
410-962-8300