Biophysical Society Annual Meeting 2027
Event Date
February 20–24, 2027
Location
Philadelphia, PA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Biophysical Society Annual Meeting is the world's largest gathering of biophysicists, and BPS2027 marks the Society's 71st Annual Meeting, held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As science becomes increasingly interdisciplinary, the meeting continues its long-held reputation for bringing together leading scientists from around the world who work at the interface of the life, physical, and computational sciences.
The dynamic five-day meeting gives attendees opportunities to share their latest unpublished findings and learn the newest emerging techniques and applications. Despite its nearly 5,000 attendees, the meeting is noted for maintaining a "small meeting" feel, beginning with the Saturday Subgroup symposia that allow attendees to meet within their scientific communities. It is also known for its vitality, featuring over 600 highly interactive daily poster presentations and more than 500 speakers selected from submitted abstracts.
Attendees include academic researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, postdocs, and professionals from industry and government agencies. Beyond the science, the meeting offers extensive career development programming, an exhibit hall of instrumentation and technology providers, and advocacy and education programs—making it worthwhile for anyone advancing research in membranes, proteins, channels, computational biophysics, and related fields.
Show Highlights
The BPS2027 program was developed largely from member proposals and spans 20 symposia (including 4 Subgroup symposia) and 4 workshops covering the full landscape of the field.
- Scientific breadth: sessions on the evolutionary origins of proteins, proteostasis, molecular conformational ensembles, membrane proteins, channels and GPCRs, lipid chemistry, sarcomere and cytoskeletal mechanics, RNA dynamics, mitochondrial biology, optical probes for neuroscience, and the biophysical roots of life.
- New frontier symposia spotlighting genome engineering and the molecular underpinnings of disease.
- Workshops offering deep dives into molecular dynamics simulation best practices, artificial intelligence in biophysics, and deep mutational scanning.
- Signature formats including Subgroup Saturday, Flash Talks, and Symp/Workshop Select sessions that give attendees a direct stake in the program.
- Program Co-Chairs: Henry Colecraft (Columbia University) and Linda Columbus (University of Virginia).
- Career Development Center, an Education and Career Opportunities Fair, poster competitions, an image contest, and travel awards.
Attendance
The Biophysical Society Annual Meeting draws nearly 5,000 attendees. The program features over 600 highly interactive daily poster presentations and more than 500 speakers selected from submitted abstracts. Attendees represent academia, industry, and government agencies from around the world.
Registration
Registration for BPS2027 is handled online through the Biophysical Society. Fees (in U.S. dollars) vary by membership category and registration period; becoming a 2027 BPS member secures significantly lower rates, saving up to $265.
Key registration periods:
- Early Registration: October 1, 2026 – January 5, 2027
- Late Registration: January 6 – February 18, 2027
- On-Site Registration: February 19–24, 2027
Sample early / late / on-site rates:
- BPS Regular or Industry/Professional Member: $485 / $575 / $690
- BPS Early Career Member: $445 / $515 / $620
- BPS Student or Emeritus Member: $95 / $125 / $150
- Regular Nonmember: $750 / $870 / $1,045
- Student Nonmember: $145 / $180 / $215
- Guest (social event only): $65 flat
The abstract submission fee is separate. The early registration deadline is January 5, 2027, 11:59 PM Eastern, which is also the deadline for cancellation refunds (a $50 fee is deducted). Registrations are non-transferable. On-site badges are picked up in Bridge West of the Pennsylvania Convention Center and are required for all sessions, the poster area, exhibits, and social functions.
History
The Biophysical Society Annual Meeting is the flagship event of the Biophysical Society, headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. BPS2027 is the Society's 71st Annual Meeting, reflecting a tradition dating back to the 1950s. Over the decades it has grown into the world's premier biophysics meeting, drawing nearly 5,000 attendees while retaining its noted "small meeting" feel through Subgroup symposia. Philadelphia holds a special place in the history of the field: Benjamin Franklin was among the first scientists to investigate the physical properties of lipid monolayers at the air-water interface, work that helped seed the eventual lipid bilayer model of the cell membrane.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 Biophysical Society Annual Meeting?
BPS2027 takes place February 20-24, 2027, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is the Society's 71st Annual Meeting.
Who should attend the Biophysical Society Annual Meeting?
The meeting is for scientists working at the interface of the life, physical, and computational sciences, including academic researchers, students, postdocs, and professionals from industry and government agencies worldwide. It draws nearly 5,000 attendees.
How do I register and what does it cost?
Register online through the Biophysical Society. Early registration runs October 1, 2026 to January 5, 2027, with rates from $95 for student and emeritus members to $750 for regular nonmembers; BPS membership lowers the rates. Late and on-site registration cost more.
What are the key deadlines for BPS2027?
The early registration deadline is January 5, 2027 (11:59 PM Eastern), which is also the cancellation refund deadline. The hotel housing block cut-off through Convention Housing Partners is January 22, 2027 (5:00 PM Pacific).
What makes the meeting worth attending?
The program features 20 symposia and 4 workshops, over 600 daily poster presentations, and more than 500 speakers, plus career development programming and an exhibit hall. It is noted for maintaining a "small meeting" feel through its Subgroup symposia despite its large size.
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