The mission of the funder is to advance the field of biophysics by supporting research and development in various scientific disciplines such as math, chemistry, physics, engineering, pharmacology, and materials sciences. This support aims to encourage the use of interdisciplinary skills to explore and develop new tools for understanding the mechanisms of life and the complex systems within our bodies.
The Motility & Cytoskeleton Subgroup Early Career Award aims to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the research in motility and the cytoskeleton, emphasizing the support and recognition of early career investigators in this field. Recipients of this award are celebrated for their scientific achievements with a plaque and a $1,000 honorarium. This grant is designed not only to acknowledge outstanding accomplishments but also to increase the visibility of emerging scientists. The selection is conducted by a committee comprised of current and former co-chairs of the Motility Subgroup. The award is presented during the annual subgroup symposia at the Biophysical Society Annual Meeting, where the awardee gets an opportunity to present their work.