Professional Society Profiles

American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB)
ASPB supports the advancement of the plant scientists through its members from any nation and in partners throughout the world engaged with the full spectrum of plant science research from fundamental to applied.

American Society for Microbiology
The ASM promotes understanding of the central role of microbes on our planet and applies and communicates this knowledge for the improvement of global health and the environment.

Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics
SIAM exists to ensure the strongest interactions between mathematics and other scientific and technological communities through membership activities, publication of journals and books, and conferences.

National Academies: Board on Science Education
The National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, Institute of Medicine, and National Research Council are private, nonprofit institutions that provide expert advice on some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation and the world.

American Geophysical Union
The purpose of the American Geophysical Union is to promote discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity.

American Physical Society
The American Physical Society (www.aps.org) is a non-profit membership organization working to advance and diffuse the knowledge of physics through its outstanding research journals, scientific meetings, and education, outreach, advocacy and international activities.

American Psychological Association
APA encourages the development and application of psychology in the broadest manner; promotes research in psychology and the application of research; improves the qualification of psychologists by promoting high standards in ethics and conduct; and disseminates psychological knowledge through meetings, professional contact, and publications.

National Association of Biology Teachers
NABT is committed to supporting all biology and life science educators at all levels.

American Mathematical Society
AMS aims to further mathematical research, scholarship, and the appreciation of mathematics in society, in particular through education.

American Institute of Biological Sciences
AIBS informs decisions and catalyzes action in the life sciences community to address scientific and societal challenges.