Biophysical Society 59th Annual Meeting Program Guide

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. 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 Saturday–Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm Career Center, Room 301/302/303

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 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 company’s products and services. Family Room, Room 335

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 410-752-1100 800-615-3107

Baltimore Harbor Hotel Days Inn Inner Harbor

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

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Biophysical Society 59 th Annual Meeting, Baltimore, Maryland