EMBO

proven excellence in research

At the core of our mission to promote molecular life sciences is the EMBO membership. Today, more than 1500 leading life scientists in Europe and worldwide add the life-long honour of EMBO membership to their credentials. For many, it’s about more than the recognition – it’s the chance to access other thought leaders in the broad discipline of molecular biology. And it’s the opportunity to influence the direction of life science research in Europe and neighbouring countries. More than half of our members actively guide the execution of the many EMBO initiatives offered to scientists by serving on EMBO Council, Committees and Advisory Editorial Boards.

EMBO was founded in 1964 with the nomination of 200 scientists renowned for their excellence in research and outstanding contributions to what was then still the fledgling discipline of molecular biology. Ever since, the membership has grown year on year to include many of the most eminent researchers of the day – 57 honoured as Nobel Laureates – in what is now an established field yielding benefits for many in areas such as healthcare and agriculture.

New members are welcomed annually at an EMBO Members workshop in Heidelberg. Lively discussion is assured with participants coming from all corners of the molecular life sciences community.

• Member benefits
  Apart from recognition, access to other leaders and the opportunity to influence the direction of European science, EMBO Members enjoy benefits including:

  - Free online access to our journals (login required)
  - Access to the EMBO membership database (login required)
  - EMBO sponsorship of plenary lectures given by EMBO Members
  - Advertise jobs and events in your lab or institute on the EMBO Life Science Mobility Portal

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