Committees

Abstracts Committee Meghan Breen, Co-Chair Furman University Kay Perry, Co-Chair Cornell University		The Abstracts Committee is responsible for the selection of abstract reviewers and the implementation of the abstract review and selection process for our annual symposium, as well as the coordination of the poster competition.
Awards Canvassing Committee Raquel Lieberman, Chair Georgia Institute of Technology		The Awards Canvassing Committee is responsible for the Protein Society Awards nominations and selections. The Committee is charged with soliciting nominations for all awards to ensure a broad range of high-quality nominees for each awards and the coordinations of judging and award selection
Diversity Committee Bil Clemons, Chair California Institute of Technology		Protein science is an integrative and inclusive endeavor that utilizes concepts and methods from a diverse array of disciplines to strive for a more complete understanding of the role that proteins play in biological structure and function across many levels. As a membership-based society and leader in its field, The Protein Society values and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of its societal endeavors. We, therefore, strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for all of our constituents, where everyone is treated with respect and is encouraged to contribute their unique strengths and abilities to our shared mission. We are committed to acting on these principles for the betterment of the field of protein science and all activities with which The Protein Society is engaged.
Education Committee Matt Gage, Chair University of Massachusetts Lowell		The Education Committee strives to facilitate discussions about education at the undergraduate and graduate levels in protein science. They believe protein science is a vital component of curricula in chemistry, biology, medicine, and the disciplines that bridge these fields. The aim of the Committee is to provide forums for discussion and debate about protein science through integral programmed elements at Society meetings, both national and international, and through web-based media. In addition to discussions around curricula, they also hope to provide opportunities for conversation and mentorship of practitioners of protein science through the development and training of their careers. A critical role of the Committee will be to increase membership in the Society by recruiting students and recruiting faculty for whom teaching is a significant part of their livelihood. The Education Committee hosts an Educator's Luncheon, Undergraduate Research Session, and the Education & Mentoring Mixer at the Annual Symposium.
Finance Committee Jean Baum, Chair Rutgers University		Elected Committee Members: Vicki Wysocki Tobin Sosnick Raluca Cadar
Membership Committee Margaret Stratton, Chair University of Massachusetts Amherst		The Membership Committee is responsible for developing ideas in order to attract new members and benefit current members. At the Annual Symposium, the Membership Committee hosts several events, including the New Member Welcome / Business Meeting, giving members an opportunity to speak with Society leadership. The Membership Committee also facilitates the Career Discussion Round Table and Networking event. The networking event is a unique experience that brings student and early career attendees up close and personal with protein science veterans and peers to discuss various career topics. To become involved in the Membership Committee, fill out an application here.
Mentoring Committee		The mission of the Mentoring Committee is to enhance networking between early-career scientists and established protein researchers in academia, government and industry. Formerly the Career and Networking Committee (formerly the Young Protein Scientists Committee!) volunteer members formed the Committee in 2001 with the goal of enhancing communication and networking between researchers early in their career and more experienced researchers. Since then, the Committee has successfully sponsored or co-sponsored career panels, workshops on career development, and networking events each year at the Annual Symposium. One of the most significant contributions to the meeting has been the introduction of Young Investigator talks to the sessions (selected from submitted abstracts), which provide early-career researchers the chance to give talks as part of the scientific program. Each year, the Mentoring Committee hosts career panel discussions on various topics, open to all attendees at the Annual Symposium. The Committee also hosts the Education & Mentoring Mixer at the Symposium.
Nominating Committee Francesca Massi, Chair University of Massachusetts Medical School		The Nominating Committee plays a vital role for the Society, identifying and involving talented scientists from diverse backgrounds, locales, disciplines, sectors, and research interests for potential Council service. Elected Committee Members: Kendra Frederick Jamaine Davis Laura Itzhakki Jin Zhang Da-Neng Wang
Publication Committee Margaret S. Cheung, Chair Pacific Northwest National Laboratory/ University of Washington		The Publication Committee works with the Managing Director and Editor-in-Chief in managing and negotiating the publication contract for Protein Science with the journal publisher, addressing publication issues, and providing input on the journal at the request of the Editor-in-Chief. It is the Committee’s responsibility to: Provide input on a journal budget. Conduct an annual assessment of journal status. Review the Editor-in-Chief for term renewal as requested by the President. Initiate the search for a new Editor-in-Chief at the end of 2 terms.