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SBS 2008 US Symposium - Cell-Based Assays: Innovations in Reagents, Technologies & Screening

Cell-based assays provide one of the most valuable tools in drug discovery.  They are routinely used in target validation, HTS campaigns, structure activity relationship analyses and ADMET studies. Join us for this two-day symposium featuring top-tier presentations by experts in the field. 

Call for Papers – SBS 2009 Conference & Exhibition (pdf)

Abstract submission for oral presentations is now open. The deadline date for receipt of papers is November 5, 2008. For more information, visit the SBS website (pdf) or email Teri Barton with any questions.

Coming This Fall: Two New Virtual Courses from SBS

Cell-Based Assays for Drug Discovery

Module 1 Cells: Things to Remember, by Tom Kost, September 30, 2008
Module 2 Cells as Reagants, by Laurie Overton, October 7, 2008
Module 3 Developing Cell-Based Assays for GPCRs and Ion Channels, by Eric Johnson and Laszlo Kiss, October 14, 2008
Module 4 Cell-Based Assays for Pathway Analysis, by Thomas Machleidt, October 21, 2008
Module 5 Cell-Based Assays for Target Validation, by Eberhart Krausz, October 28, 2008

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Sponsored by:

Label-Free Technologies for Drug Discovery and Physiology

Module 1: The Power of Mass Spectrometry as a Label-Free Detection Platform, by Allen Annis, November 4, 2008
Module 2: Label-Free Technologies to Assess Ligand Binding, by David J. Burns and Delphine Collin, November 11, 2008
Module 3: Cell-Based Assays Using Label-Free Technologies, by Lisa Minor,
November 18, 2008

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2009 Call for Board Candidates

Interested in driving the direction of SBS?  Consider a run for office.  SBS is looking for visionary leaders to run for seats on its Board of Directors.  The Board’s role is to think strategically, set policy, and define scientific direction essential to ensuring the organization’s continued relevance.  Candidates must be current members of the Society who bring real-world experience to the organization.  The term for board members is three years, starting at the annual meeting (April 2009).   

Involvement in strategic planning, setting the direction of budget and programs, and executive level interactions give board members experience that enhances their own professional development.  Interacting with SBS members through many networking activities, such as special interest groups, committees. conferences and symposia also enhances the experience for board members.

For more information or a self-nomination form, please contact Karen Costanzo at kcostanzo@sbsonline.org or 203-743-1336 x109.

If you are someone who has in-depth knowledge about the biomolecular sciences with proven leadership performance, give this exciting opportunity a try.