Session: The Diverse Applications Of Protein Biochemistry In The Life Sciences (2013 SACNAS National Conference)

Thursday, October 3, 2013: 10:15 AM-11:45 AM

206 B (Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center)

Chairs:

Lino Gonzalez, PhD, Senior Scientist, Genentech and Everett Salas, PhD, Scientist, Photon Systems, Inc.

Description: The study of proteins using biochemical and biophysical techniques, combined with cell biology, is an important research area that has contributed to improving human health and to understanding life. This session will provide diverse perspectives on the protein sciences by highlighting research from leading scientists.

10:15 AM

Introductory Remarks

10:20 AM

Protease-activated receptors form and function
JoAnn Trejo, PhD , Professor of Pharmacology , University of California, San Diego

10:40 AM

Biochemistry of the Visual Cycle
Andrew Tsin, PhD , Director and Professor , The University of Texas at San Antonio

11:00 AM

Molecular Motors and Virus Assembly
Carlos Catalano, PhD , Professor , University of Washington

11:20 AM

Nanocomposite Strategies For Enhanced Biological Stability
Gabriel Montano, PhD , Technical Staff Member , Los Alamos National Laboratory

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